The explosion of hype around the term “big data” ushered in a rabid desire in companies big and small to get their hands on employees with a data science skill set. For evidence, you need look no further than Indeed’s graph of the number of big data-related job postings.
What exactly is it that data scientists do? Why does everyone want one? And, how do you become one? These are the some of the key questions circulating as the term "data scientist" spreads.
Heralded as the hottest profession of today, increased demand for data scientists is expected to continue over the next 5 years as a third of the UK organizations implement big data analytics programs.
Described as part scientist, part artist, this new breed of data analyst earns an average salary of $95,000-$118,000 (according to the salary comparison sites Glassdoor and Payscale) and is actively sought by businesses across the globe.