Data Scientist
Vail Resorts is a leading company in the destination resort industry, seeking ambitious leaders and innovators to join their team. The Data Scientist will be responsible for maintaining existing data models and developing new solutions that support strategic initiatives across the business, utilizing proprietary guest data to enhance marketing and operational efforts.
Responsibilities
- Support scalable machine learning solutions that positively impact marketing campaigns, operational excellence, and the guest experience
- Partner with senior teammates in the model development life cycle
- Build and maintain dashboards and documentation communicating model results
- Develop deep understanding of the business and the stakeholders we support
Skills
- At least 1-2 years of hands-on data science experience
- Advanced degree in a quantitative field (Computer Science, Statistics / Math, Engineering, etc.)
- Demonstrated ability to design data-focused solutions that support business requirements while accounting for data availability and technical implementation considerations
- Knowledge of the strengths and weaknesses of various machine learning algorithms and ability to evaluate model performance using appropriate metrics
- Exposure to productionizing machine learning models, model monitoring, and CI/CD
- Strong communication skills including the ability to solicit requirements from and explain technical solutions to non-technical stakeholders
- Eagerness to learn new skills
- Intermediate Python and SQL skills
Benefits
- Ski/Mountain Perks! Free passes for employees, employee discounted lift tickets for friends and family AND free ski lessons
- MORE employee discounts on lodging, food, gear, and mountain shuttles
- 401(k) Retirement Plan
- Employee Assistance Program
- Excellent training and professional development
- Health Insurance; Medical Insurance, Dental Insurance, and Vision Insurance plans (for eligible seasonal employees after working 500 hours)
- Free ski passes for dependents
- Critical Illness and Accident plans
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