Product Engineer – Spatial Data Science and Statistical Analysis
$52K-$85K (Glassdoor est.)
Overview


Do you have a passion for finding underlying patterns and helping people make data-driven decisions? Do you want to join an awesome team that is building tools used everywhere from predictive policing to disease prevention? Become a key member of the statistical analysis development team and help us create the tools that enable organizations to make better decisions using Esri software. We’re looking for a passionate, experienced individual to help us improve and expand our capabilities in spatial statistics, machine learning, and spatial data science.

Responsibilities
Research cutting-edge methods and applications in the field of spatial and spatiotemporal statistics and spatial data science
Design, test, and document new analytical tools and the effective visualizations and outputs of those tools
Evangelize spatial data science through various venues such as user documentation, educational materials, conferences, workshops, and online content
Create and ship quality software by working effectively in an agile, highly interactive, and creative team environment
Requirements
Strong background in statistical theory and application
Experience in data mining, machine learning, time-series analysis, or similar analytical disciplines
2+ years of experience with R and Python (special consideration for experience with pandas, NumPy, and SciPy and machine learning libraries such as scikit-learn, TensorFlow, and PyTorch)
Experience with distributed computing, including frameworks such as Spark
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Master’s or Ph.D. in geography, statistics, econometrics, computer science or related field, depending on position level
Recommended Qualifications
Ability to communicate complex concepts effectively, making spatial data science accessible and even fun
Working experience in geostatistics, spatial statistics, or other statistical fields involving autocorrelated datasets
Passion for storytelling using data visualization
Familiarity with Esri GIS products
Knowledge of or experience developing models or scripts in ArcGIS
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The Company


Our passion for improving quality of life through geography is at the heart of everything we do. Esri’s geographic information system (GIS) technology inspires and enables governments, universities, and businesses worldwide to save money, lives, and our environment through a deeper understanding of the changing world around them.

Carefully managed growth and zero debt give Esri stability that is uncommon in today's volatile business world. Privately held, we offer exceptional benefits, competitive salaries, 401(k) and profit-sharing programs, opportunities for personal and professional growth, and much more.

Esri is an equal opportunity employer (EOE) and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please email humanresources@esri.com and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Please note that only those inquiries concerning a request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to from this e-mail address.
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