Martin Marietta

Lead Data Scientist

Raleigh, NC

full_time

About This Job

Description

As a

Lead Data Scientist

, you will be responsible for the ideation, development, maintenance, scaling, and support of AI/ML and advanced analytical models with an initial focus on pricing and commercial applications. This role requires advanced analytical skills, a strong foundation in statistical modeling and machine learning, and the ability to translate business problems into scalable data science solutions. The ideal candidate should have at least 7 years of experience in similar roles, strong Python skills, and a proven track record of operationalizing models that deliver business value.

This position is based full-time, on-site in Raleigh, NC. Local candidates preferred. Responsibilities

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Collaborate with Finance, Business and other cross-functional stakeholders, leading data science initiatives from design through deployment, ensuring solutions align with business objectives

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Analyze requirements and architect appropriate recommendations for AI/ML models

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Incorporate or integrate AI/ML solutions with current BI tools

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Conduct exploration, data extraction, cleansing and standardizing, classification, consumption, and data wrangling to identify trends or correlations in the company’s data

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Maintain data pipelines, ensure high data integrity, and monitor/iterate on deployed models to ensure long-term performance and reliability

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Maintain and enhance tree-based models in production, including CHAID, CART, Random Forest, and Gradient Boosting

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Clearly explain complex analytics, model choices, and trade-offs to non-technical stakeholders to build trust and drive adoption

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Ability to work with managers and stakeholders to identify and measure success criteria for predictive or prescriptive analytics solutions

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Collaborate with full-stack engineering teams to expose models via API or Python libraries

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Solid understanding of CI/CD, testing frameworks, and version control (Git)

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Foster team development through pair programming, code reviews, and regular knowledge-sharing sessions

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Perform all activities in accordance with the Company’s Mission, Vision, and Values, and in compliance with the Company’s policies, procedures, and Code of Ethical Business Conduct

Qualifications

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Bachelor of Science degree in Computer Science, Mathematics, Statistics, Data Science, or other quantitative fields

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Expert proficiency in Python and libraries such as pandas, NumPy, scikit-learn, TensorFlow, and/or PyTorch with 5+ years of applied data science experience

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Thorough understanding of classification, probability, regression, statistics, and machine learning models

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Experience with commercial or pricing models

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Proven experience in statistical modeling techniques and data structures

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Proficiency with AWS-based model deployment workflows

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Familiar with AWS data and ML services including S3, Lambda, Batch, SageMaker, and Step Functions

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Experience with data visualization tools such as Matplotlib, Seaborn, Plotly, or Tableau

Key Competencies

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Analytical thinking and problem solving; ability to interpret complex data and develop actionable solutions

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Technical rigor – Keen attention to performance, accuracy, and scalability in production systems

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Communication – Strong communication (written and verbal) and presentation skills

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Collaboration – Comfortable working across teams in a dynamic, fast-paced environment

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Ethics and professionalism – High integrity, discretion, and adherence to corporate values and standards

A member of the S&P 500 Index, Martin Marietta is an American-based company and a leading supplier of heavy building materials – including aggregates, cement, ready-mixed concrete and asphalt. Through a network of operations spanning 28 states, Canada and the Bahamas, dedicated Martin Marietta teams supply the foundational resources upon which our communities thrive. Martin Marietta's Magnesia Specialties business produces high-purity magnesia and dolomitic lime products used worldwide in environmental, industrial, agricultural and specialty applications.

At Martin Marietta, we strive to work with the best and the brightest – those who have the potential to become our company's future leaders. Each of our roughly 9,500 people shares a common purpose regardless of their professional role or work environment. Together, we utilize our diverse skills and experiences to drive our company and its extraordinary culture forward. Our aim is to build on our foundation of success and help values-driven and hardworking people realize their full potential. When you decide to invest your career in Martin Marietta, you'll know what it's like to be respected, challenged and rewarded.

In return, we offer a highly competitive benefits package, including:

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Medical

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Prescription Drug

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Dental

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Vision

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Health Care Reimbursement Account

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Dependent Care Reimbursement Account

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Wellness Programs

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Employee Assistance Plan

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Paid Holidays and Vacation

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401(k) with Company matching

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Pension

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Salary Continuation – Short-Term Disability

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Long-Term Disability Options

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Employee Life Insurance

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Spouse & Dependent Life Insurance

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Business Travel Accident Insurance

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Direct Deposit Payroll

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Educational/Tuition Assistance Plan

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College Scholarship Program – for dependent children

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Matching Gift Program

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New Auto Purchase Discount Plans

At Martin Marietta, we are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all qualified applicants and teammates. We celebrate diversity and commit that qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.

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