Data Scientist

DUTIES:

• Participates in major data science projects.
• Provide machine learning models for complex multi-channel programs, platform evaluations, and strategic planning.
• Brings working knowledge of latest techniques and technologies to advance the machine learning capabilities of Marriott.
• Mines large data sets (billions of rows) for insights and recommendations.
• Participates in projects to build predictive and prescriptive models.
• Partners with peers and leaders on the team to ensure insights are clearly communicated to project stakeholders.
• Creates compelling visualizations to influence leaders and business decisions.
• Shares data modeling knowledge and expertise in support of Business-as-Usual projects and analysis when required.
• Provide machine learning models for complex multi-channel programs, platform evaluations, and strategic planning.
• Participate in the development and evaluation of algorithms that support Marriott’s “Customer Decision Engine” that drives personalization across all customer touch points.
• Marshalls internal data management, reporting, analytic and research resources and, when appropriate, selects and manages external suppliers, ensuring timely, on-budget delivery on expectations.
• Identifies and pilots innovative analytic and modeling techniques.
• Keeps up-to-date technically and is a role model for the application new domain knowledge to the job.
• Perform complex analytics projects across broad set of stakeholders, clearly aligning on business and data needs, managing expectations, and delivering results in a timely manner.
• Provide business-minded analytics and modeling support, both working well with data and demonstrating strong business acumen.
• Partner with the broader Customer Experience Analytics team, including Digital & Distribution and Marketing, Loyalty, and Media Analytics, to support the mission of the CX Analytics team.
• Provides guidance to Data Management and Reporting Teams on the creation and distribution of reports and dashboards for field and corporate stakeholders.
• Support teams within BMSC and Continent organizations in their efforts to leverage systems, technologies, and tools.
• Collaborates in setting overall department analytic standards and policies, representing the perspective of globally applicable and customizable analytic approaches that meet the needs of the business.
• Other duties as assigned within area of responsibility.

REQUIREMENTS:

Bachelor’s degree or foreign equivalent degree in Computer Science, Applied Mathematics, Data Science, Economics, Statistics, Operations Research, Engineering or other related quantitative discipline and 2 years of experience as a quantitative Data Analyst/Data Scientist or related role with domain knowledge in customer marketing, and digital personalization demonstrating progressive career growth and a pattern of exceptional performance.

Two (2) years of experience must include:

• Programming using Python or Spark or Pyspark or Jupyter Notebooks.
• Programming using SQL.
• Demonstrated knowledge of:
• Developing, scaling and implementing predictive models in customer facing environments.
• Visualization and persuasive story telling.
• Solving problems using the right data structure in the most efficient and effective way.

Position eligible for up to 100% telework; may be performed from anywhere in the US. Up to 20% travel required.

SALARY: $105,641-$190,154/year

California Applicants Only: The salary range for this position is $96,038.00 to $209,169.00 annually. Colorado Applicants Only: The salary range for this position is $96,038.00 to $190,154.00 annually. Hawaii Applicants Only: The salary range for this position is $116,205.00 to $209,169.00 annually. New York Applicants Only: The salary range for this position is $96,038.00 to $209,169.00 annually. Washington Applicants Only: The salary range for this position is $96,038.00 to $209,169.00 annually. In addition to the annual salary, the position will be eligible to receive an annual bonus. Employees will accrue 0.04616 PTO balance for every hour worked and eligible to receive minimum of 7 holidays annually.

LOCATION: 7750 Wisconsin Avenue, Bethesda, MD 20814

California Applicants Only: The salary range for this position is $96,038.00 to $209,169.00 annually.

Colorado Applicants Only: The salary range for this position is $96,038.00 to $190,154.00 annually.

Hawaii Applicants Only: The salary range for this position is $116,205.00 to $209,169.00 annually.

New York Applicants Only: The salary range for this position is $96,038.00 to $209,169.00 annually.

Washington Applicants Only: The salary range for this position is $96,038.00 to $209,169.00 annually. In addition to the annual salary, the position will be eligible to receive an annual bonus. Employees will accrue 0.04616 PTO balance for every hour worked and eligible to receive minimum of 7 holidays annually.

All locations offer coverage for medical, dental, vision, health care flexible spending account, dependent care flexible spending account, life insurance, disability insurance, accident insurance, adoption expense reimbursements, paid parental leave, educational assistance, 401(k) plan, stock purchase plan, discounts at Marriott properties, commuter benefits, employee assistance plan, and childcare discounts. Benefits are subject to terms and conditions, which may include rules regarding eligibility, enrollment, waiting period, contribution, benefit limits, election changes, benefit exclusions, and others.

Marriott HQ is committed to a hybrid work environment that enables associates to Be connected. Headquarters-based positions are considered hybrid, for candidates within a commuting distance to Bethesda, MD; candidates outside of commuting distance to Bethesda, MD will be considered for Remote positions.

The application deadline for this position is 28 days after the date of this posting, 2/20/2024.

Marriott International is an equal opportunity employer. We believe in hiring a diverse workforce and sustaining an inclusive, people-first culture. We are committed to non-discrimination on any protected basis, such as disability and veteran status, or any other basis covered under applicable law.