[IBM Japan: iX] Data Scientist

Key Skills

Data Analysis, Data science techniques, Effective communication skills, Microsoft-Excel, Powerpoint, Python Programming

Job Description

IBM data scientists help you transform your data into tangible business value by analyzing information, discussing results, and collaborating on product development. This role has access to best-in-class open source and visual tools, with highly flexible and scalable deployment options. Whether you're investigating patient trends or climate patterns, the purpose of this role is to solve real-world problems in industries that are transforming the way we live.

your role and responsibilities

This is a position at IBM Japan.

Job details

You will be a member of a new data team in the consulting department that will demonstrate the concrete results of data analysis to top companies in the world and in Japan, envision how data should be utilized, and use our track record to make this a reality.

As needed, you will support upstream aspects such as data strategy formulation and downstream aspects such as on-site operation support, and play a role in promoting data utilization.

Recruitment background

Japanese companies need reliable implementation of DX. However, there are not many companies that are fully reaping the benefits of data utilization, which should play a part in this, and in some cases, the inherent value of data utilization is being underestimated.

In this position, you will be responsible for assisting clients in discovering, analyzing, and utilizing unused data in their actual business.

The center of value creation is data analysis, but the scope of support also includes upstream and downstream support, such as data strategy formulation and on-site operation support, as necessary to maximize value.

Specific job examples

Identification of business issues through quantitative research (business index evaluation) and qualitative research (management interviews)

Data assessment/cleansing/analysis/suggestions

For business actions based on data suggestions Business coordination/measure implementation support

material creation in PowerPoint and Excel

Career Path

We have courses that allow you to master both management and specialization to the executive level. (At our company, there is also a career path where you become an Executive, a technical position rather than a managerial position.)

It is also possible to move up through the four areas of Sales, Consultant, Delivery, and Technical while flexibly moving.

We have a globally common open position system, and it is possible to apply for transfers across countries and job types. There is also a PJT position search system, such as applying for overseas jobs on a PJT basis.

System that increases the utilization of women/flexibility of working styles

98% of women return from childcare leave. We have systems in place to support long-term employment, including remote work, home-based work, childcare support such as a daycare center set up in the office, and nursing care leave.

Required skills and experience

・Data analysis ability using Python

・Interpersonal skills for smooth communication with clients and members

・Interview skills with end users

・Experience in creating materials using PowerPoint

・Experience using basic Excel functions

Skills and experience welcomed

・Practical experience in data analysis using Python (more than 5 years)

Language proficiency

・English (TOEIC score of 730 or above)　

　If you have English proficiency at a business level or higher, there will be more opportunities for you to succeed after joining the company.

What kind of person are we looking for?

We are looking for someone who can formulate a hypothesis quickly, verify it with data, evaluate it with an unbiased eye, and quickly reject the hypothesis if it is incorrect.

・Those who believe in the value of data utilization

・Those who want to gain experience under a manager with extensive experience in data utilization

・Those who can accurately understand customer requests and pain points and plan solutions with a sense of speed and responsibility direction.

・People who want to test their abilities in an environment where they can play an active role in big jobs with a global perspective.