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Data Scientist I

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Sony Corporation of America, located in New York, NY, is the U.S. headquarters of Sony Group Corporation, based in Tokyo, Japan. Sony's principal U.S. businesses include Sony Electronics Inc., Sony Interactive Entertainment LLC, Sony Music Entertainment, Sony Music Publishing and Sony Pictures Entertainment Inc. With some 900 million Sony devices in hands and homes worldwide today, a vast array of Sony movies, television shows and music, and the PlayStation Network, Sony creates and delivers more entertainment experiences to more people than anyone else on earth. To learn more: www.sony.com/en.

Position Summary

Sony is seeking a Data Scientist I to join Sony’s Corporate Information Security Division. This position will report to the Director of Risk Analytics and be a part of the team responsible for designing, implementing, and maintaining a Global Information Security Risk Analytics platform used to provide information security risk intelligence to Senior Leadership and monitor the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of Sony assets.

You’ll work across the global information security team to understand the unique problems and constraints, then dig into the data-rich environment to find the pieces of the puzzle. You’ll write scripts, build predictive analytics, automate processes, apply machine learning techniques, and use the right combination of tools and frameworks to turn that set of disparate data points into objective answers to help leadership make informed decisions.

Job Responsibilities

Develop a comprehensive knowledge of the business to derive data science project requirements. Gather information, business goals, priorities, and organizational context around the questions to answer. Provide feedback to translate and refine business questions into tractable analysis, evaluation metrics, or mathematical models.
Design and evaluate models to mathematically express and solve defined problems with limited precedent.
Format, re-structure, and/or validate data to ensure quality, and review the dataset to ensure it is ready for analysis.
Analyze large amounts of data/information to discover and articulate trends and patterns
Build predictive models and machine-learning algorithms
Develop conclusive insights using statistical methods.
Make and defend arguments using data and data-based insight.
Explain solutions in a non-technical manner
Mentor other team members

QUALIFICATIONS FOR POSITION

Your qualifications and experience should include: 

Required

3+ years of applied work experience in data science, machine learning, or a related field
Hands-on experience processing and analyzing large datasets
Proficiency with relational database (SQL) and programming/scripting (Python or R)
Strong applied statistics skills, such as distributions, statistical testing, regression, etc.
Knowledge of machine learning, statistical modelling, and predictive analytics
Ability to tackle ambiguous and undefined problems
Motivated and self-directed, demonstrated ability to innovate
Ability to communicate and discuss complex topics with technical and non-technical audiences

Preferred

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Statistics, Data Analysis, Mathematics, or a related field
Experience in information security or IT
Experience with data engineering
Experience with data visualization tools and dashboard development

Qualities of ideal candidate:

Interested in exploring data and engaging with stakeholders
Able to adapt to dynamic work environment and prioritize tasks accordingly
Excellent problem-solving skills
Strong attention to detail
Resourceful and able to thrive in a dynamic environment

In addition to competitive pay and benefits, we offer an environment and culture that promotes Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion. We are committed to creating an inclusive employee experience for you to thrive as part of Sony’s purpose to “fill the world with emotion through the power of creativity and technology”.

Benefits:   

SCA offers benefits-eligible employees (generally regular employees scheduled to work 20 or more hours a week) a comprehensive benefits program that offers coverage and support for employees and their family’s physical, emotional, and financial well-being.  

 What we offer you:

Comprehensive medical, prescription drug, dental, and vision coverage with coverage for spouses/domestic partners and child dependents, including access to a Health Savings Account (HSA) and Flexible Spending Account (FSA) 
Employee assistance plan and comprehensive behavioral health benefits
Fertility benefits, including surrogacy, and adoption assistance programs  
Basic and supplemental life insurance for employees as well as supplemental life insurance coverage for their spouses/domestic partners and children 
Voluntary benefits such as group legal, identity theft protection, accident, and hospital indemnity insurance 
Short-term & long-term disability plans  
Paid parental and caregiver leave  
401(k) Plan with pre-tax, Roth, and after-tax options and company match with immediate vesting
Education assistance and student loan programs

Other Programs: 

Flexible Work Arrangements, including remote and hybrid work schedules
Time off to include vacation, paid holidays, sick leave, Summer Fridays (early release), and a winter break between Christmas and New Year’s Day (based on business needs)
Referral bonuses (subject to eligibility)  
Matching gift program  
A wide variety of employee business resource groups (EBRGs)  
Special discounts on Sony products, offered exclusively to Sony employees
Employee stock purchase plan (Sony covers commissions and fees for your Sony stock purchases made through after-tax payroll deductions)  
Annual incentive bonus

The anticipated annual base salary for this position is $140,000 to $155,000. This range does not include any other compensation components or other benefits that an individual may be eligible for. The actual base salary offered depends on a variety of factors, which may include as applicable, the qualifications of the individual applicant for the position, years of relevant experience, specific and unique skills, level of education attained, certifications or other professional licenses held, and the location in which the applicant lives and/or from which they will be performing the job.

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Disability Accommodation for Applicants to Sony Corporation of America

Sony Corporation of America provides reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans in job application procedures. For reasonable accommodation requests, please contact us by email at careers@sonyusa.com or by mail to: Sony Corporation of America, Human Resources Department, 25 Madison Avenue, New York, NY 10010. Please indicate the position you are applying for.

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While SCA does not require employees to be vaccinated against COVID-19, there are certain Sony offices that require employees to be vaccinated in order to enter. If you will be located at or travel to those offices, you will be required to be fully vaccinated to enter. The Company will consider requests for reasonable accommodations for documented medical reasons and for sincerely held religious beliefs in accordance with applicable law. Please do not include proof of vaccination status or any indication of a possible request for a vaccination accommodation when submitting your application materials. If applicable, the Company will follow up with you directly to request proof of vaccination and to discuss any potential accommodations.

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What You Should Know About Data Scientist I, Sony Global

Sony Corporation of America is on the lookout for a passionate Data Scientist I to join our Corporate Information Security Division in Reston. Imagine being part of a dynamic team reporting directly to the Director of Risk Analytics and helping to shape a Global Information Security Risk Analytics platform. Here, you’ll dive into data-rich environments, sifting through huge datasets to uncover insights that will guide our senior leadership in making well-informed decisions. Your role will involve developing models, writing scripts, and employing machine learning techniques. You will be the bridge connecting data and decision-making, translating complex analyses into clear insights for both technical and non-technical teams. If you have a knack for tackling ambiguous problems and possess hands-on experience in data science and machine learning, we want you! With your expertise, you'll help to maintain the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of Sony's assets while contributing to a culture that values diversity, equity, and inclusion. Come, make a difference in security analytics with us at Sony, where creativity meets technology! We're excited to see how you can contribute to our mission to fill the world with emotion through the power of creativity and technology!

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) for Data Scientist I Role at Sony Global

What are the main responsibilities of a Data Scientist I at Sony Corporation of America?

The Data Scientist I at Sony Corporation of America will be responsible for designing, implementing, and maintaining the Global Information Security Risk Analytics platform. This includes collecting and analyzing large datasets, developing predictive models, and transforming complex data into actionable insights to support senior leadership in their decision-making processes.