Senior Technical Assessor/Interviewer - R Developer

This is a remote position.

Role Overview:

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Technical Assessor/Interviewer specializing in R Development to join our team. This advanced role involves evaluating technical candidates for various senior-level R development positions, ensuring they meet the highest standards of technical proficiency, problem-solving abilities, and cultural fit. The ideal candidate will possess a deep expertise in R development methodologies, tools, and practices, along with a strong ability to mentor and guide the technical assessment process.

Responsibilities:

• Design and conduct comprehensive technical interviews and assessments for senior-level R development positions, ensuring a thorough evaluation of candidates technical skills, experience, and cultural fit.
  
• Develop and continuously update advanced assessment criteria and interview questions to reflect the latest R development trends, tools, and best practices.
  
• Collaborate closely with the HR and development teams to understand complex role requirements, desired skills, and team dynamics, tailoring assessments accordingly.
  
• Provide detailed, actionable feedback and recommendations to the hiring team, playing a key role in informing hiring decisions.
  
• Stay abreast of the latest advancements in R technologies, tools, and practices, ensuring that assessments remain current and relevant.
  
• Facilitate in-depth technical workshops or discussions to evaluate candidates’ hands-on skills in a collaborative environment.
  
• Mentor and train junior technical assessors/interviewers, providing guidance on best practices and interview techniques.
  
• Ensure an exceptional candidate experience throughout the technical assessment process.
  

Required Skills and Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Data Science, Statistics, or a related field.
  
• 7+ years of experience in data analysis or software development roles, with at least 5 years specializing in R development.
  
• Deep understanding of R, RStudio, Shiny, and R Markdown.
  
• Experience with statistical analysis, data visualization, and machine learning libraries (e.g., ggplot2, dplyr, tidyr, caret).
  
• Familiarity with database technologies (e.g., SQL, NoSQL) and data manipulation tools (e.g., Pandas).
  
• Strong analytical skills and the ability to evaluate complex technical skills and problem-solving abilities.
  
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with a proven ability to provide constructive feedback and mentor others.
  
• Extensive experience designing advanced technical assessments and conducting technical interviews.
  
• Up-to-date knowledge of the latest R development trends and best practices.
  
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
  

Preferred Qualifications:

• Advanced certifications in R or related technologies.
  
• Significant experience in a technical hiring or technical assessment role.
  
• Leadership or managerial experience in a data science or software development team, with a proven track record of mentoring and guiding team members.
  
• Experience contributing to open-source R projects or communities.
  
• Familiarity with testing technologies such as testthat and RUnit.
  
• Knowledge of performance optimization techniques for R applications.
  

Mandatory Technical Key Skills:

R, RStudio, Shiny, R Markdown, ggplot2, dplyr, tidyr, caret, SQL, NoSQL, Pandas, Git, GitHub, GitLab, Jenkins, CI/CD, Agile, Scrum, testthat, RUnit.