Head of Data Science

Skills and Qualifications

When it comes to data science, having the right skills and qualifications is crucial. Some of the key areas you should focus on include:

Technical Skills

• Knowledge of various techniques and algorithms, such as k-NN, Naive Bayes, Random Forests, etc.
• Experience with common data science toolkits, such as Python
• Proficiency in using query languages such as SQL on a big data platform (e.g., Hadoop, Hive)

Statistics Skills

Good applied statistics skills are also essential for a data scientist. It's important to have a solid understanding of statistical concepts and how to apply them in real-world scenarios.