Data Intern

Job Description:

AssetMark is a leading strategic provider of innovative investment and consulting solutions serving independent financial advisors. We provide investment, relationship and practice management solutions that advisors use in helping clients achieve wealth, independence and purpose. 

This Developer Intern will work on a small and collaborative team. They will work to deliver key pieces of functionality for one or more statistical model built for sales enablement at AssetMark. During this assignment, the Developer Intern will have an opportunity to work on all aspects of the data model (Statistical Model, Python & R code, Azure Data Fabrics and Azure Data bricks). This Developer Intern will be working under the direction of a seasoned Sr Software Engineer or a Director of engineering (individual Contributor) role, that specializes in data initiatives. 

We can consider candidates for this position who are able to accommodate a hybrid work schedule and are close to our Charlotte, NC office.

Responsibilities: 

• Contributes to the completion of project deliverables and is accountable for the development, quality assurance, and support of the solution they deliver 

• Follows business requirements, implements a set of specifications by coding, compiling and testing the application 

• Work closely with the development team and business analysts to ensure code quality, accuracy and correct business solutions have been developed 

• Develop unit test cases/criteria to verify all functionality is working correctly 

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities: 

• Knowledge of statistical models including KNN classification, Bayesian algorithms etc 

• Knowledge of Object-oriented Design and Analysis (OOA and OOD) 

• Working knowledge of Python / R languages 

• Familiarity with data integration and transformation tools including but not limited to Fivetran, Snowflake, and dbt. 

• Exposure to Jupyter Notebooks, Azure Data bricks and Azure Data Fabric is a plus 

• Working knowledge of PowerBI is a plus.  

• Exposure to the Azure cloud platform and its core services. 

• Familiarity with Azure GIT Repos and branching mechanism.  

• Familiarity with iterative development methodologies.  

• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written 

• Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities 

• Ability to adapt and learn new technologies quickly 

• Financial Services industry knowledge 

Education & Experience: 

• Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Information Technology, or a related technical field 

• 1–2 years of programming experience through coursework, academic projects, or relevant hands-on experience 

• Strong academic standing with a minimum GPA of 3.0 on a 4.0 sc