Get a Glimpse into Data Scientists and Their Responsibilities

Data Scientists are in High Demand

Technological developments and increasingly fierce business competition bring rapid changes in all aspects of life. One of them is industrial transformation through intelligent and automated systems in the Fourth Industrial Revolution.

The Fourth Industrial Revolution allows businesses to utilize computers to interconnect using machine learning or AI (artificial intelligence) and make decisions without involving humans (automation).

This change has given birth to many new technologies, making data science one of the fields that is currently the most studied. Companies have also started to take an interest in using Big Data, which, in turn, increases the need for a data scientist.

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What is a Data Scientist?

How cool is that name! Data scientists collect, analyze, and transcribe data to assist management decision-making.

This job combines the elements of mathematics, statistics, and computer programming. Its scope of work ranges from hypothesis development and testing to conclusion drawing.

This job also analyzes trends, markets, financial risks, cybersecurity threats, stock trading, and medical conditions.

In the business world, data scientists usually collect various data to predict consumer behavior, identify new revenue opportunities, and fulfill other needs.

Companies can then gather information to create effective marketing strategies, better customer services, stronger supply chain management, and better overall business decisions and strategies.

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In other words, a data scientist deeply understands data as a tool to formulate hypotheses, do analysis work, and make changes to business operations, products, and services.

Required Skills

Data scientists are usually occupied by graduates who major in Information Systems (IS). Some universities already have this major, but overall, it is within the realm of Information Systems that deal with data.

This is because most IS graduates have mastered the skills required by the data scientist profession, such as data analysis, computer programming, predictive modeling, statistics, calculus, and economy.

A data scientist must also be able to present their findings and give recommendations in a format and language that everyone can understand. They also study artificial intelligence (AI), machine learning, and deep learning.

Data Scientist Vacancies at IBID

For those of you who want to become a data scientist, currently, there is an available vacancy at IBID – Balai Lelang Serasi, an auction house that is part of SERA Group. The job deals with all things related to data modeling, data visualization, pattern analysis, and machine learning.

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A data scientist at IBID is also responsible for designing accurate predictive algorithms and simulation models and market research to analyze used car industry trends.

Then, what are the requirements for applying for this profession? Education-wise, applicants must have a bachelor’s degree in quantitative fields (Information Systems, Statistics, Mathematics, Computer Science, and other related fields)and 1-2 years of experience in data analysis or data modeling and programming fields.

Skill-wise, applicants must master SQL, Hive, and Pig. Applicants will have a better chance of being accepted if they are experienced in using statistical programming languages such as R, Python, Weka, NumPy, MatLab, and many more.

Those are brief information about data scientist, one of the most sought-after professions by companies today. In addition to the desired profession, looking at the desired company’s profile is important.

This is because many employees feel uncomfortable at work due to unhealthy workplace conditions or the inability to give clear career prospects.

Therefore, it’s important to learn about the company’s background and culture before applying for a job. Choose a company with a good reputation and credibility in its field, such as PT Serasi Autoraya or SERA.

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SERA was founded on 22 March 1990, and has become the leader in Indonesia’s logistics and transportation industry. This Astra Group’s company welcomes new members to fill various positions.

SERA continuously provides opportunities for individuals qualified for positions at the company and its subsidiaries.

For more details about job opportunities at SERA, visit its official website: www.sera.astra.co.id, or click on this direct link: https://career.sera.astra.co.id/