Southwest Airlines
Sr Operations Research Data Scientist
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Job Description
- Req#: R-2024-42119
The culture of Southwest Airlines means we embrace a flexible workplace and value the camaraderie, collaboration, and innovation that occurs when we come together and interact face-to-face at our vibrant Corporate Campus. This role is a hybrid position based out of our Corporate Campus in Dallas, TX, which requires Employees to work at a Company facility at least three days a week. The Department designates the specific three days of the week Employees must work on-site.
U.S. citizenship or current authorization to work in the U.S. is required , and no current or future work authorization sponsorship available.
Utilize mathematical modeling, statistical analysis, and optimization techniques to create models that mimic real-world scenarios in the form of descriptive, diagnostic, predictive and prescriptive analytics to aid in strategic decision-making
Advanced data modeling, which includes collecting, cleaning and analyzing large, structured and unstructured data to extract meaningful insights by identifying patterns, trends and correlations in order to inform decision making
Structure complex and ambiguous problems and act to holistically solve them
Proactively identify opportunities for optimization and improvement within the operation by working closely with business partners to understand the business challenges and operational inefficiencies.
Stay abreast of industry trends, emerging technologies and best practices in operations research and act as a thought leader and serve as a trusted advisor
May perform other job duties as directed by Employee’s Leader
- Expert knowledge of statistics, math concepts, operations research and/or optimization experience such as simulations, descriptives, diagnostic, predictive and prescriptive analytics
- Skilled in compiling, cleaning, transforming, analyzing and visualizing large-scale data
- Advanced skilled in mathematics, statistics principles, and programming languages to write queries for large-scale analysis (SQL, Alteryx, Python, R etc)
- Expert knowledge in evaluating appropriate data analytics and statistic method(s) for a business problem using both inductive and deductive reasoning to interpret data, draw implications, and adapt approaches if needed to fit the business strategic objective
- Ability to communicate in an engaging way with strong verbal and written communication skills for technical and non-technical audiences up to and including executives
- Ability to self-start and work autonomously with limited and disparate information
- Required: High School Diploma or GED
- Required: Bachelor's Degree
- Expert level experience, seasoned and specialized knowledge in:
- Applied statistics, simulation, data modeling, optimization
- Programming and query writing (SQL, alteryx, Excel, Tableau, etc.)
- Data analysis, advanced analytics, data science, machine learning, artificial intelligence, or optimization project experience
- Solving ambiguous and complex problems through a systems thinking approach
- N/A
- Ability to perform work duties from [limited space workstation/desk/office area] for extended periods of time
- Ability to communicate and interact with others in the English language to meet the demands of the job
- Ability to use a computer and other office productivity tools with sufficient speed and accuracy to meet the demands of the job
- Must maintain a well-groomed appearance per Company appearance standards as described in established guidelines
- Must be a U.S. citizen or have authorization to work in the United States as defined by the Immigration Reform Act of 1986
- Must be at least 18 years of age
- Must be able to comply with Company attendance standards as described in established guidelines
- Fly for free, as a privilege, on any open seat on all Southwest flights—your elgible dependents too.
- Up to a 9.3% 401(k) Company match, dollar for dollar, per paycheck.**
- Potential for annual ProfitSharing contribution toward retirement - when Southwest profits, you profit.***
- Explore more Benefits you’ll love: swa.is/benefits
Department:
Operations Strategy & DesignOur Company Promise
We are committed to provide our Employees a stable work environment with equal opportunity for learning and personal growth. Creativity and innovation are encouraged for improving the effectiveness of Southwest Airlines. Above all, Employees will be provided the same concern, respect, and caring attitude within the organization that they are expected to share externally with every Southwest Customer.Job Description:
The People of Southwest Airlines come together to deliver on our Purpose, which is to connect People to what’s important in their lives through friendly, reliable, and low-cost air travel. The Sr Operations Research Data Scientist invests in the future of Southwest’s People by supporting the Insights and Forecasting Team with reporting on daily and monthly on-time performance (OTP) for the Network Operations Center (NOC) and Executives. This role co llaborates with teams in Tech nical Op erations (Tech Op s ) , Network Planning , and Integrated Ops Planning to facilitate project work. In addition, this role interprets large ambiguous datasets to develop optimized models that influence strategic decisions . The Sr Operations Research Data Scientist is a self -starter who is proactive and excited to support strategic init i atives that drive the future of Southwest.
Additional details:
Southwest Airlines is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We continue to look for opportunities to reflect the communities we serve, and welcome applicants with diverse thoughts, backgrounds, and experiences.
Responsibilities
Knowledge, Skills, and AbilitiesEducationExperienceLicensing/CertificationPhysical AbilitiesOther QualificationsPay & Benefits
Competitive market salary from $151,400 per year to $168,200 per year* depending on qualifications and experience. For eligible Leadership and individual contributor roles, additional bonus opportunities are available and awarded at the discretion of the company.
Benefits you’ll love:
*Pay amount does not guarantee employment for any particular period of time.
**401(k) match contributions are subject to the plan’s vesting schedule and applicable IRS limits
***ProfitSharing contributions are subject to plan’s vesting schedule and are made at the discretion of the Company
Southwest Airlines is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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