Data Scientist

NextGen | GTA: A Kelly Telecom Company
Texas, United StatesunknownPosted Sep 15, 2026

About the role

Hiring: Data Scientist – Telecom Analytics | Texas

We are looking for an experienced Data Scientist with a strong background in machine learning, data analytics, and telecom/network technologies. This role will focus on developing analytics and machine learning models supporting wireless, security, and network platforms.

Key Responsibilities

Lead end-to-end data science projects from problem definition through model deployment and monitoring.

Develop machine learning models using regression, classification, clustering, deep learning, and Natural Language Processing (NLP).

Analyze complex datasets and develop meaningful visualizations and insights.

Perform statistical analysis and hypothesis testing.

Build and maintain data pipelines to support data quality and accessibility.

Work with engineering, product, and business teams to define requirements and deliver solutions.

Communicate technical findings to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.

Mentor and guide junior data scientists.

Support cloud-based data and model deployment.

Key Project Areas

Fixed Wireless Access (FWA) analytics and forecasting

Multivariate anomaly detection

Network and security health score models

Software-Defined Wide Area Network (SD-WAN) analytics

Trusted Connection analytics

Google Cloud Platform (GCP) data and model enablement

Required Qualifications

Master's or Ph.D. in Computer Science, Statistics, Mathematics, or a related quantitative field.

6+ years of Data Science experience.

Strong experience with Python, R, or SQL.

Experience with machine learning frameworks such as scikit-learn or TensorFlow.

Experience with Tableau, Power BI, or D3.js.

Experience with big data technologies such as Hadoop, Spark, or NoSQL databases.

Strong knowledge of machine learning, statistics, and data visualization.

Basic understanding of telecom networks, including 4G/5G, LAN (Local Area Network), and WAN (Wide Area Network).

Strong communication and collaboration skills.

Telecom industry experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

  • Lead end-to-end data science projects from problem definition through model deployment and monitoring
  • Develop machine learning models using regression, classification, clustering, deep learning, and Natural Language Processing (NLP)
  • Analyze complex datasets and develop meaningful visualizations and insights
  • Perform statistical analysis and hypothesis testing
  • Build and maintain data pipelines to support data quality and accessibility
  • Work with engineering, product, and business teams to define requirements and deliver solutions
  • Communicate technical findings to both technical and non-technical stakeholders
  • Mentor and guide junior data scientists

Qualifications

  • Master's or Ph.D. in Computer Science, Statistics, Mathematics, or a related quantitative field
  • 6+ years of Data Science experience
  • Strong experience with Python, R, or SQL
  • Experience with machine learning frameworks such as scikit-learn or TensorFlow
  • Experience with Tableau, Power BI, or D3.js
  • Experience with big data technologies such as Hadoop, Spark, or NoSQL databases
  • Strong knowledge of machine learning, statistics, and data visualization
  • Basic understanding of telecom networks, including 4G/5G, LAN (Local Area Network), and WAN (Wide Area Network)

Skills mentioned

PythonSQLMachine LearningScikit-learnTensorFlowStatistical AnalysisData VisualizationData PipelinesApache SparkGoogle Cloud

About NextGen | GTA: A Kelly Telecom Company

As part of KELLY’s SETT (Science, Engineering, Technology, and Telecom) Business Unit, we are committed to providing state-of-the-art digital infrastructure and telecom engineering solutions for legacy, 5G, and private networks. We are a leading provider of comprehensive high-value engineering, technology, and business consulting solutions, and we deliver these through (1) staffing, (2) scope of work, and (3) direct hire services. Our collective purpose is to connect people to work that inspires them so that, together, we can provide customer solutions while advancing our diverse workforce and the communities we serve. We take the time to understand our client’s needs and match with our candidate’s experience, skillset, interests, and career aspirations to connect them with meaningful opportunities that achieve their short- and long-term goals.

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