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You are testing hundreds of hypotheses with many t-tests. What considerations should be made?

What is a key disadvantage of the F-test when compared to multiple t-tests?

What is a key disadvantage of the F-test when compared to multiple t-tests?

Hundreds of Hypotheses

You are testing hundreds of hypotheses with many t-tests. What considerations should be made?

Let’s say that your company is running a standard control and variant AB test on a feature to increase conversion rates on the landing page. The PM checks the results and finds a .04 p-value.

How would you assess the validity of the result?

Experiment Validity

Suppose there exists a new airline named Jetco that flies domestically across North America. Jetco recently had a study commissioned that tested the boarding time of every airline, and it came out that Jetco had the fastest average boarding times of any airline.

What factors could have biased this result, and what would you look into?

What could potentially bias the average boarding time in favor of an airline that only flies domestically?

What could potentially bias the average boarding time in favor of an airline that only flies domestically?

Boarding Times Bias

A new airline came out as the fastest average boarding times compared to other airlines.  What factors could have biased this result and what would you look into?

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What you will be doing! As a Data Analyst the candidate will contribute to completion of specific programs and projects and apply mathematical calculations to recommend solutions to technical problems of high complexity. Chosen candidate will model and evaluate potential impact of data changes. Requirements: Reviewing tickets for potential reconciliation.
Reviewing tickets for adherence to ticketing handling rules
Coordinating efforts on focus SLAs to ensure tickets are worked/updated prior to SLA expiration
Developing innovative strategies
Analyzing organizational data and conducts advanced statistical analysis
Data visualization experience and programming experience (e.g. Python, R, VB, JavaScript, C/C++, etc.) desired
Education and Experience : High School Diploma/ Ged and 10 years' experience or Bachelor of Arts/Bachelor of Science and 5+ years of related experience Clearance Required: Must possess an active TS/SCI with Polygraph security clearance to be considered for this role. Independent Software is an Equal Opportunity Employer EOE, M/F/D/V

What you will be doing! The Software Engineer develops, maintains, and enhances complex and diverse software systems (e.g., processing-intensive analytics, novel algorithm development, manipulation of extremely large data sets, real-time systems, and business management information systems) based upon documented requirements. Works individually or as part of a team. Reviews and tests software components for adherence to the design requirements and documents test results. Resolves software problem reports. Utilizes software development and software design methodologies appropriate to the development environment. Provides specific input to the software components of system design to include hardware/software trade-offs, software reuse, use of Commercial Off-the-shelf (COTS)/Government Off-the-shelf (GOTS) in place of new development, and requirements analysis and synthesis from system level to individual software components. Requirements: <ul><li>Analyze user requirements to derive software design and performance requirements</li><li>Debug existing software and correct defects</li><li>Provide recommendations for improving documentation and software development process standards</li><li>Design and code new software or modify existing software to add new features</li><li>Integrate existing software into new or modified systems or operating environments</li><li>Develop simple data queries for existing or proposed databases or data repositories</li></ul> Education and Experience: No demonstrated experience is required. Bachelors degree in Computer Science or related discipline from an accredited college or university is required; Four (4) years of SWE experience on projects with similar software processes may be substituted for a bachelors degree. Clearance Required: Must possess an active TS/SCI with Polygraph security clearance to be considered for this role. Independent Software is an Equal Opportunity Employer EOE, M/F/D/V

What you will be doing!

As a Software Engineer, Level 1 you will be responsible developing, maintaining, and enhancing complex and diverse software systems (e.g., processing-intensive analytics, novel algorithm development, manipulation of extremely large data sets, real-time systems, and business management information systems) based upon documented requirements. Works individually or as part of a team. Reviews and tests software components for adherence to the design requirements and documents test results. Resolves software problem reports. Utilizes software development and software design methodologies appropriate to the development environment. Provides specific input to the software components of system design to include hardware/software tradeoffs, software reuse, use of Commercial Off-the-shelf (COTS)/Government Off-the-shelf (GOTS) in place of new development, and requirements analysis and synthesis from system level to individual software components.

Job Requirements:
Analyze user requirements to derive software design and performance requirements.
Debug existing software and correct defects
Provide recommendations for improving documentation and software development process standards
Design and code new software or modify existing software to add new features
Integrate existing software into new or modified systems or operating environments
Develop simple data queries for existing or proposed databases or data repositories
Write or review software and system documentation
Serve as team lead at the level appropriate to the software development process being used on any project
Design or implement complex database or data repository interfaces/queries
Develop or implement algorithms to meet or exceed system performance and functional standards
Assist with developing and executing test procedures for software components
Develop software solutions by analyzing system performance standards, confer with users or system engineers; analyze systems flow, data usage and work processes; and investigate problem areas
Modify existing software to correct errors, to adapt to new hardware, or to improve its performance
Design, develop and modify software systems, using scientific analysis and mathematical models to predict and measure outcome and consequences of design
Experience and Education:    Seven (7) years' experience as a SWE, in programs and contracts of similar scope, type, and complexity
Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science or related discipline from an accredited college or university.
Four (4) years of additional SWE experience on projects with similar software processes may be substituted for a bachelor's degree.
Python experience
Experience building and deploying Docker containers in a Kubernetes environment
Position requires active Security Clearance with appropriate Polygraph

Independent Software is an Equal Opportunity Employer EOE, M/F/D/V.

<h3>Job Description</h3><div>Job Description<div>What you will be doing! As a Data Analyst the candidate will contribute to completion of specific programs and projects and apply mathematical calculations to recommend solutions to technical problems of high complexity. Chosen candidate will model and evaluate potential impact of data changes.   Requirements: <ul><li>Reviewing tickets for potential reconciliation.</li><li>Reviewing tickets for adherence to ticketing handling rules</li><li>Coordinating efforts on focus SLAs to ensure tickets are worked/updated prior to SLA expiration</li><li>Developing innovative strategies </li><li>Analyzing organizational data and conducts advanced statistical analysis</li><li>Data visualization experience and programming experience (e.g. Python, R, VB, JavaScript, C/C++, etc.) desired</li></ul>Education and Experience: High School Diploma/ Ged and 10 years’ experience or Bachelor of Arts/Bachelor of Science and 5+ years of related experience Clearance Required:   Must possess an active TS/SCI with Polygraph security clearance to be considered for this role. Independent Software is an Equal Opportunity Employer EOE, M/F/D/V  Powered by JazzHRGAlSOP02f7</div></div>

What you will be doing! Independent Software seeks a Software Engineer Apprentice to develop, maintain, and enhance complex and diverse software systems (e.g., processing-intensive analytics, novel algorithm development, manipulation of extremely large data sets, real-time systems, and business management information systems) based upon documented requirements. The candidate will work individually or as part of a team. Review and test software components for adherence to the design requirements and document test results. Resolves software problem reports. Utilizes software development and software design methodologies appropriate to the development environment. Provides specific input to the software components of system design to include hardware/software trade-offs, software reuse, use of Commercial Off-the-shelf (COTS)/Government Off-the-shelf (GOTS) in place of new development and requirements analysis and synthesis from system level to individual software components. Requirements:<ul><li>Analyze user requirements to derive software design and performance requirements.</li><li>Debug existing software and correct defects.</li><li>Provide recommendations for improving documentation and software development process standards.</li><li>Design and code new software or modify existing software to add new features.</li><li>Integrate existing software into new or modified systems or operating environments.</li><li>Design or implement complex database or data repository interfaces/queries.</li><li>Develop or implement algorithms to meet or exceed system performance and functional standards.</li><li>Assist with developing and executing test procedures for software components.</li><li>Design, develop and modify software systems, using scientific analysis and mathematical models to predict and measure outcome and consequences of design.</li><li>Modify existing software to correct errors, to adapt to new hardware, or to improve its performance.</li></ul>Education and Experience: Zero (0) to seven (7) years' experience as a SWE, on programs and contracts of similar scope and complexity. Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related discipline from an accredited college or university. Four (4) years of additional SWE experience on projects with similar software processes may be substituted for a bachelor's degree. Clearance Required: Must possess an active TS/SCI with appropriate Polygraph to be considered for this role. Contingent upon award Independent Software is an Equal Opportunity Employer EOE, M/F/D/V

What you will be doing! As a Software Engineer, Level 3, you will develop, maintain, and enhance complex and diverse software systems (e.g., processing-intensive analytics, novel algorithm development, manipulation of extremely large data sets, real-time systems, and business management information systems) based upon documented requirements. Candidate will review and test software components for adherence to the design requirements and documents test results. Resolves software problem reports. Utilizes software development and software design methodologies appropriate to the development environment. Provides specific input to the software components of system design to include hardware/software trade-offs, software reuse, use of Commercial Off-the-shelf (COTS)/Government Off-the-shelf (GOTS) in place of new development, and requirements analysis and synthesis from system level to individual software components. Requirements: <ul><li>Experience with JavaScript Frameworks and tools such as ExtJS, Angular, React, and NPM.</li><li>Experience with Oracle or other relational database management systems (RDBMS). </li><li>Experience using version control (Git preferred).</li><li>Provide solutions to the customer applying expertise with systems engineering and networks/components to support.</li><li>Ability to perform in a team environment.</li></ul> Experience and Education: <ul><li>Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related discipline from an accredited college or university is required. Four (4) years of additional SWE experience on projects with similar software processes may be substituted for a bachelor's degree.</li><li>Twenty (20) years' experience as a SWE in programs and contracts of similar scope, type, and complexity is required. </li><li>Seven (7) years of Java development experience.</li></ul> Clearance Required: Must possess an active TS/SCI with Polygraph security clearance to be considered for this role. Independent Software is an Equal Opportunity Employer EOE, M/F/D/V.

What you will be doing As a Software Engineer, Level 2 you will be responsible for developing, maintaining, and enhancing complex and diverse software systems (e.g., processing-intensive analytics, novel algorithm development, manipulation of extremely large data sets, real-time systems, and business management information systems) based upon documented requirements. Review and test software components for adherence to the design requirements and document test results. Utilize software development and software design methodologies appropriate to the environment. Job Requirements: C++, GNU, Software Defined Radio (SDR), ELK/Elasticsearch, Mariner Experience with Data Manipulation/Scripting (PERL, SQL, PL/SQL, EXCEL API, Shell Scripting). Experience with XML and JSON C++, GNU, Software Defined Radio (SDR), ELK/Elasticsearch, Mariner Experience with Agile development Experience with Continuous Integration Perform full lifecycle support to the customer on complex data systems Commercial Off-the-shelf (COTS)/Government Off-the-shelf (GOTS) Ability to perform in a team environment. Education and Experience: Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related discipline from an accredited college or university is required. Four (4) years of additional SWE experience on projects with similar software processes may be substituted for a bachelor's degree. Fourteen (14) years' experience as a SWE in programs and contracts of similar scope, type, and complexity is required. Independent Software is an Equal Opportunity Employer EOE, M/F/D/V. Clearance Required: Must possess an active TS/SCI with Polygraph security clearance to be considered for this role.

What you will be doing! As a Software Engineer you will be responsible for developing, sustaining, and troubleshooting GHOSTGEM's software suite of applications including JEDIPOWER and possibly future capabilities as mission needs arise. Software development activities include implementation, testing, and integration with other COTS and FOSS products, packages, and libraries. The Software Engineer must have a demonstrated understanding of the software development life cycle. The Software Engineer will design, develop, test, deploy, documents, maintain, and enhances complex and diverse software systems based upon documented requirements. These systems might include, but are not limited to, processing intensive analytics, novel algorithm development, manipulation of extremely large data sets, real-time systems, business management information systems, and systems which incorporate data repositories, data transport services, and application and systems development and monitoring. Works individually or as part of a team. Reviews and tests software components for adherence to the design requirements and documents test results. Resolves software problem reports. Utilizes software development and software design methodologies appropriate to the development environment. Provides specific input to the software components of system design to include hardware/software trade-offs, software reuse, use of Open-Source Software (OSS) and/or Commercial Off-The-Shelf (COTS) Government Off-The-Shelf (GOTS) software in place of new development, and requirements analysis and synthesis from system level to individual software components. Experience developing in Unix. Ability to perform shell scripting. Working knowledge of Configuration Management (CM) tools and Web Services implementation. Requirements:<ul><li>Experience with Linux CLI </li><li>Experience writing scripts using Bash/Python </li><li>Experience developing with Java in a Linux environment. </li><li>Experience with the Spring Framework including Spring Boot, Spring Data and Spring Integration </li><li>Experience with Messaging Frameworks such as RabbitMQ and Kafka </li><li>Experience with NoSQL databases including MongoDB </li><li>Experience with containerization technologies such as Docker and containerd </li><li>Experience with CI/CD principles, methodologies, and tools such as GitLab CI and Bamboo </li><li>Experience with IaC principles, concepts, and tools including Ansible </li><li>Experience with Source Control Systems such as Git</li><li>Analyze user requirements to derive software design and performance requirements. </li><li>Debug existing software and correct defects. </li><li>Design and code new software or modify existing software to add new features. </li><li>Write or review software and system documentation. </li><li>Integrate existing software into new or modified systems or operating environments. </li><li>Develop simple data queries for existing or proposed databases or data repositories. </li><li>Software development using languages such as C, C++, Python, Ruby, Perl, JavaScript, etc. </li><li>Has experience with agile development processes. </li><li>Has experience with source code control systems, such as Git. </li><li>Serve as team lead at the level appropriate to the software development process being used on any particular project. </li><li>Design and development of relational and non-relational database applications. </li><li>Use of orchestration frameworks such as Spring and Kafka. </li><li>Familiarization with queue management systems </li><li>Develop or implement algorithms to meet or exceed system performance and functional standards. </li><li>Develop and execute test procedures for software components. </li><li>Develop software solutions by analyzing system performance standards and conferring with users or system engineers; analyzing systems flow, data usage and work processes; and investigating problem areas. </li><li>Modify existing software to adapt to new hardware or to improve its performance </li><li>Design, develop, and modify software systems using scientific analysis and mathematical models to predict and measure outcomes and consequences of design decisions. </li><li>Java development using the Eclipse IDE (Integrated Development Environment). </li><li>Development of Java 2 Enterprise Edition (J2EE) applications </li><li>Experience using collaboration and software development tools (ie. Atlassian). </li><li>Software development using continuous integration practices. </li><li>Experience with container technologies (ie. Docker). </li><li>Unix shell scripting </li><li>Development of event driven, or data driven analytics </li><li>Development of cloud-based solutions and technologies. </li><li>Design or implement complex algorithms requiring adherence to strict timing, system resource, or interface constraints. Perform quality control on team products. </li><li>Recommend and implement suggestions for improving documentation and software development process standards. </li><li>Oversee one or more software development teams and ensure the work is completed in accordance with the constraints of the software development process being used on any particular project. </li><li>Confer with system engineers and hardware engineers to derive software requirements and to obtain information on project limitations and capabilities, performance requirements, and interfaces. </li><li>Coordinate software installation on a system and monitor performance to ensure operational specifications are met. </li><li>Recommend new technologies and processes for complex software projects. </li><li>Serve as the technical lead of multiple software development teams. </li><li>Select the software development process in coordination with the customer and system engineering. </li><li>Ensure quality control of all developed and modified software. </li><li>Delegate programming and testing responsibilities to one or more teams and monitor their performance.</li></ul> Desired Skills:<ul><li>Experience with container orchestration technologies such as Kubernetes </li><li>Experience with the Atlassian Tool Suite including Jira and Confluence</li></ul> Education and Experience: Master's degree in computer science or related discipline from an accredited college or university, plus five (5) years of experience as a SWE, in programs and contracts of similar scope, type, and complexity. OR Bachelor's degree in computer science or related discipline from an accredited college or university, plus seven (7) years of experience as a SWE, in programs and contracts of similar scope, type, and complexity. OR Nine (9) years of experience as a SWE, in programs and contracts of similar scope, type, and complexity. Clearance Required: Must possess an active TS/SCI with appropriate Polygraph to be considered for this role. Independent Software is an Equal Opportunity Employer EOE, M/F/D/V

What you will be doing! As a Software Engineer, Level 1 you will be responsible developing, maintaining, and enhancing complex and diverse software systems (e.g., processing-intensive analytics, novel algorithm development, manipulation of extremely large data sets, real-time systems, and business management information systems) based upon documented requirements. Works individually or as part of a team. Reviews and tests software components for adherence to the design requirements and documents test results. Resolves software problem reports. Utilizes software development and software design methodologies appropriate to the development environment. Provides specific input to the software components of system design to include hardware/software tradeoffs, software reuse, use of Commercial Off-the-shelf (COTS)/Government Off-the-shelf (GOTS) in place of new development, and requirements analysis and synthesis from system level to individual software components. Job Requirements: <ul><li>Analyze user requirements to derive software design and performance requirements. </li><li>Debug existing software and correct defects</li><li>Provide recommendations for improving documentation and software development process standards</li><li>Design and code new software or modify existing software to add new features</li><li>Integrate existing software into new or modified systems or operating environments</li><li>Develop simple data queries for existing or proposed databases or data repositories</li><li>Write or review software and system documentation</li><li>Serve as team lead at the level appropriate to the software development process being used on any project</li><li>Design or implement complex database or data repository interfaces/queries</li><li>Develop or implement algorithms to meet or exceed system performance and functional standards</li><li>Assist with developing and executing test procedures for software components</li><li>Develop software solutions by analyzing system performance standards, confer with users or system engineers; analyze systems flow, data usage and work processes; and investigate problem areas</li><li>Modify existing software to correct errors, to adapt to new hardware, or to improve its performance</li><li>Design, develop and modify software systems, using scientific analysis and mathematical models to predict and measure outcome and consequences of design</li></ul>Experience and Education: <ul><li>Seven (7) years' experience as a SWE, in programs and contracts of similar scope, type, and complexity</li><li>Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science or related discipline from an accredited college or university.</li><li>Four (4) years of additional SWE experience on projects with similar software processes may be substituted for a bachelor's degree.</li><li>Python experience</li><li>Experience building and deploying Docker containers in a Kubernetes environment</li><li>Position requires active Security Clearance with appropriate Polygraph</li></ul> Independent Software is an Equal Opportunity Employer EOE, M/F/D/V.

What you will be doing The Software Engineer develops, maintains, and enhances complex and diverse software systems (e.g., processing-intensive analytics, novel algorithm development, manipulation of extremely large data sets, real-time systems, and business management information systems) based upon documented requirements. Works individually or as part of a team. Reviews and tests software components for adherence to the design requirements and documents test results. Resolves software problem reports. Utilizes software development and software design methodologies appropriate to the development environment. Provides specific input to the software components of system design to include hardware/software trade-offs, software reuse, use of Commercial Off-the-shelf (COTS)/Government Off-the-shelf (GOTS) in place of new development, and requirements analysis and synthesis from system level to individual software components. Requirements: Analyze user requirements to derive software design and performance requirements Debug existing software and correct defects Provide recommendations for improving documentation and software development process standards Design and code new software or modify existing software to add new features Integrate existing software into new or modified systems or operating environments Develop simple data queries for existing or proposed databases or data repositories Education and Experience: No demonstrated experience is required. Bachelors degree in Computer Science or related discipline from an accredited college or university is required; Four (4) years of SWE experience on projects with similar software processes may be substituted for a bachelors degree. Clearance Required : Must possess an active TS/SCI with Polygraph security clearance to be considered for this role. Independent Software is an Equal Opportunity Employer EOE, M/F/D/V

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