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[Remote] Jr. Data Scientist

Remote ยท Portugal Full-time

Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Why Hiring presents a remote Junior Data Scientist role focused on building data-driven solutions and improving business performance. The role supports reporting, forecasting, automation, and advanced analytics initiatives in collaboration with analysts, engineers, and business stakeholders.

Responsibilities

  • Analyze and interpret large datasets to support business decision-making
  • Develop and maintain automated workflows using Python and SQL
  • Create dashboards, reports, and visualizations using BI and analytics tools
  • Support predictive analytics, segmentation, and forecasting projects
  • Assist in building scalable reporting and data processing solutions
  • Collaborate with technical and non-technical teams to translate business needs into data solutions
  • Contribute to the maintenance and optimization of data models and pipelines

Skills

  • Experience working with Python for data analysis, scripting, or automation
  • Strong SQL knowledge and experience querying relational databases
  • Familiarity with business intelligence or data visualization tools (e.g. Power BI, Tableau)
  • Basic understanding of machine learning concepts (e.g. regression, classification)
  • Foundational knowledge of statistics (hypothesis testing, distributions, correlation)
  • Strong analytical thinking and problem-solving ability
  • Clear communication skills โ€” able to explain data insights to non-technical audiences
  • Understanding of cloud-based analytics or modern data platforms (AWS, GCP, Azure)
  • Interest in AI-enabled workflows, automation, or applied data science
  • Prior exposure to predictive modeling or forecasting projects

Benefits

  • Remote and flexible working environment
  • Opportunity to work on modern analytics and AI-focused projects
  • Supportive, collaborative team culture
  • Professional development and learning opportunities
  • Exposure to cloud technologies, automation, and scalable data solutions
  • Career growth within an expanding team
  • Performance-based incentives
  • Wellness and work-life balance support

Company Overview

  • ๐ŸŒ Welcome to Why Hiring: Redefining Remote Careers! At Why Hiring, we believe in careers without boundaries. It was founded in undefined, and is headquartered in , with a workforce of 2-10 employees. Its website is https://whyhiring.com.
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