Data Scientist

Zions Bancorporation's Enterprise Technology and Operations (ETO) team is transforming what it means to work for a financial institution. With a commitment to technology and innovation, we have been providing our community, clients and colleagues the best experience possible for over 150 years. Help us transform our workforce of the future, today.

Zions Bancorporation is currently looking for an experienced Data Scientist to join our Enterprise Data Science team. This role focuses on delivering insight from data that is actionable and will drive revenue growth, cost reduction, and meet new regulatory requirements. The team works on strategic projects with tactical components that aim to drive all business decisions to be data driven.

The Data Scientist will be responsible for end-to-end AI/ML projects, including:

• Understanding business objectives and translating them into data-driven solutions
• Discovering, cleaning, and transforming large-scale structured and unstructured data
• Designing, training, and validating machine learning and deep learning models
• Performing advanced statistical and predictive analyses to generate actionable insights
• Implementing Generative AI and LLM-based solutions where applicable
• Designing, developing, and maintaining production-grade ML pipelines and AI applications using MLOps best practices (CI/CD, model monitoring, retraining)
• Leveraging cloud platforms (Google Cloud Platform Vertex AI preferred, AWS, Azure) for scalable model deployment and orchestration
• Ensuring model performance, reliability, and compliance in production environments

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Statistics or other related area of study; Masters degree in same area is preferred
• Experience developing and deploying Generative AI applications.
• Strong experience with predictive modeling, machine learning, and deep learning algorithms
• Strong Python programming skills (scikit-learn, PyTorch, LangGraph)
• Experience in relational databases (PostgreSQL, Cloud SQL) and vector databases for AI applications
• Experience with major cloud platforms (Google Cloud Platform preferred, AWS, Azure) for training, deploying and managing ML solutions
• Hands on MLOps experience is highly desirable with an appreciation of end-to-end CI/CD process
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills
• Strong communication and leadership skills - able to present insights clearly to all levels, lead projects, and work in a consultative role.
• Collaborative and self-driven - skilled at training others, coordinating across teams, and delivering results independently under tight deadlines.

Location:

Zions Technology Center - 7860 South Bingham Junction Blvd, Midvale, UT 84047.

The Zions Technology Center is a 400,000-square-foot technology campus in Midvale, Utah. Located on the former Sharon Steel Mill superfund site, the sustainably built campus is the company's primary technology and operations center. This modern and environmentally friendly technology center enables Zions to compete for the best technology talent in the state while providing team members with an exceptional work environment with features such as:

• Electric vehicle charging stations and close proximity to Historic Gardner Village UTA TRAX station.
• At least 75% of the building is powered by on-site renewable solar energy.
• Access to outdoor recreation, parks, trails, shareable bikes and locker rooms.
• Large modern cafe with a healthy and diverse menu.
• Healthy indoor environment with ample natural light and fresh air.
• LEED-certified sustainable building that features include the use of low VOC-emitting construction materials.

Benefits:

• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance - START DAY ONE!
• Life and Disability Insurance, Paid Parental Leave and Adoption Assistance
• Health Savings (HSA), Flexible Spending (FSA) and dependent care accounts
• Paid Training, Paid Time Off (PTO) and 11 Paid Federal Holidays
• 401(k) plan with company match, Profit Sharing, competitive compensation in line with work experience
• Mental health benefits including coaching and therapy sessions
• Tuition Reimbursement for qualifying employees
• Employee Ambassador preferred banking products

Apply now if you have a passion for impactful outcomes, enjoy working collaboratively with co-workers, and want to make a difference for the clients and communities we serve.