Senior Data Scientist

Overview

On Site
Hybrid
$99,400-$136,700 per year
Full Time

Skills

Credit Risk
Process Optimization
Supervision
Reporting
Dashboard
Analytical Skill
Algorithms
Evaluation
Data Analysis
Decision-making
Artificial Intelligence
Management
Mentorship
Machine Learning (ML)
Data Mining
Auditing
Visualization
Data Modeling
SQL
R
Python
Apache Hadoop
SAS
SPSS
Scala
Amazon Web Services
Tableau
Microsoft Power BI
Data Visualization
Presentations
Research
Communication
Critical Thinking
Collaboration
Big Data
Technical Writing
Conflict Resolution
Problem Solving
Data Science
Statistics
Mathematics
Science
Project Management
Preventive Maintenance
Performance Management
Military
Media
IP
Intellectual Property
SAP BASIS
Law
Market Analysis
Job Boards
LinkedIn
Social Media
Messaging
Finance
Recruiting
Policies and Procedures

Job Details

Overview

Provide independent data science, machine learning, and analytical insights using member, financial, and organizational data to support credit risk decision-making. Understand business needs and identify opportunities for new products, services, and process optimization to meet business objectives using cutting-edge data science. Conduct complex work under minimal supervision and with wide latitude for independent judgment. The role requires strong analytical skills, proficiency in data visualization tools, and the ability to communicate complex insights effectively.

Responsibilities

Develop, maintain, and manage advanced reporting, dashboards, data models and analytical results
Retrieve, analyze and validate data and interpret results
Lead projects to understand requirements and propose key analytical solutions to drive effective decision-making and influence business objectives
Develop and code complex software programs, algorithms, and automated processes
Use evaluation, judgment, and interpretation to select right course of action
Work on problems of diverse scope where analysis of information requires evaluation of identifiable factors
Produce innovative solutions driven by exploratory data analysis from complex and high-dimensional datasets
Transform data into charts, tables, or format that aids effective decision making
Utilize effective written and verbal communication to document analyses and present findings analyses to a diverse audience of stakeholders
Develop and maintain strong working relationships with team members, subject matter experts, and leaders
Lead moderate to large projects and initiatives
Model best practices and ethical AI
Works with senior management on complex issues
Assist with the development and enhancement practices, procedures, and instructions
Serve as technical resource for other team members
Mentor lower levels

Qualifications

4+ years of working experience with requisite competencies
Complete knowledge and full understanding of specialization
Statistics, machine learning , data mining, data auditing, aggregation, reconciliation, and visualization
Programming, data modeling, simulation, and advanced mathematics
SQL, R, Python, Hadoop, SAS, SPSS, Scala, AWS
Tableau, Power BI, or related data visualization tools
Model lifecycle execution
Technical writing
Data storytelling and technical presentation skills
Research Skills
Interpersonal Skills
Advanced knowledge of procedures, instructions and validation techniques
Model Development
Communication
Critical Thinking
Collaborate and Build Relationships
Initiative with sound judgement
Technical (Big Data Analysis, Coding, Project Management, Technical Writing, etc.)
Independent Judgment
Problem Solving (Identifies the constraints and risks)
Bachelor's Degree in Data Science, Statistics, Mathematics, Computers Science, Engineering, or degrees in similar quantitative fields

Desired Qualifications

Master's/PhD Degree in Data Science, Statistics, Mathematics, Computers Science, or Engineering

Hours: Monday - Friday, 8:00AM - 4:30PM

Location: 5510 Heritage Oaks Drive, Pensacola, FL 32526

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