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Back in the dark ages of Python data visualization—around the early 2000s—when charting options resembled cave paintings, Matplotlib emerged as a beacon of…well, mostly just a charting option. It promised to bring the power of publication-quality graphics to the masses, a noble goal if slightly optimistic considering the average user’s artistic inclinations. In practice, it’s a remarkably flexible, if somewhat Byzantine, system. Prepare to wrestle with figure and axes objects, and spend a disproportionate amount of time tweaking line widths.

It’s the granddaddy of Python plotting, and still surprisingly relevant. Seaborn and Plotly offer shinier, more interactive experiences, but Matplotlib remains the foundation upon which much of the Python data science ecosystem is built. While the truly adventurous might explore Bokeh, Matplotlib stubbornly persists, favored by academics, researchers, and anyone who enjoys a good, low-level challenge. It’s quite clever, really, though one does wonder if a complete rewrite wouldn’t have been kinder to us all.

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Research Scientist @ experis

US | 2025-12-27 | 60 - 70 / hour
At Burlingame, a Research Scientist IV sits at the awkward hinge between hands-on ML systems and human factors for AR/VR. The role promises real impact by advancing hand pose and gesture models... read more »
AI/ML, Data Quality, Python, Pandas, Matplotlib, MATLAB, PhD, Computer Science, NumPy, Seaborn, Linux, PyTorch, TensorFlow
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Scientist II, Real World Data Science @ tempusai

US | 2025-12-27 | USD 90000 - 150000 / year
The role involves executing complex computational analyses for biopharmaceutical partners on Tempus's proprietary platform, with a specific emphasis on genomic data and integrating molecular and... read more »
AI/ML, PhD, R, Pandas, NumPy, SciPy, Git, Matplotlib, Seaborn, JavaScript, Docker
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Data Scientist I, Real World Data Science @ tempusai

US | 2025-12-27 | USD 75000 - 120000 / year
Tempus seeks a scientifically inclined client onboarding specialist who can bridge complex research questions with their analytical platform. The role's differentiator is direct engagement with... read more »
AI/ML, Data Science, R, Python, SQL, Cloud Computing, AWS, GCP, Pandas, NumPy, SciPy, Git, Matplotlib, Seaborn, JavaScript, Docker
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Junior Data Scientist @ arva-intelligence

US | 2025-12-23 | USD 65000 - 85000 / year
The Junior Data Scientist supports deep learning projects using PyTorch Lightning to develop sustainable agricultural solutions, offering mentorship and real-world impact. A differentiator is the... read more »
Management, AI/ML, PyTorch, Data Quality, Computer Science, Data Science, RNNs, Data Collection, Python, NumPy, Pandas, Cloud Computing, AWS, GCP, DataViz, Matplotlib, Seaborn, SaaS