FI028 - Senior Data Scientist

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FI028 - Senior Data Scientist

ACCOUNTABILITY STATEMENT

The incumbent will execute the core analytical function of the Advanced Data Analytics (ADA) team and assist the Senior Manager of Advanced Analytics in carrying out the team's goals as well as the broader Finance department mission in collaboration with the Financial Planning and Analysis (FP&A) and Financial Risk Management (FRM) teams.

The Advanced Data Analytics function refers to the predictive and prescriptive modeling imperative. This includes shaping the analytics strategy from design, development and modeling through implementation of solutions. This team will work heavily with business groups and senior leadership to ensure advanced analytic use cases are defined and implemented with value in mind. ADA is responsible for a wide spectrum of use cases including member-, operation-, market-, and industry-focused analytics. The ADA team's mandate is to add business value through focused advanced data analytics.

The objective interest of the incumbent is to model and analyze data composed of internal enterprise and external public and/or purchased data sets to advance solutions to identified use cases. The incumbent will work with the ADA Decision Science Manager to set project goals, identify methods, advance results and apply outcomes to identified use cases. The incumbent is expected to use a variety of advanced statistical techniques to forecast and predict possible outcomes and/or scenarios and recommend best course of action. Statistical techniques may include model selection, regression, cluster analysis, random forest, stochastic simulation, neural network, machine learning, and other evolving tools. The incumbent will work directly with clients to identify needs and customize model parameters, accordingly. Solutions will require data acquisition and analysis, statistical modelling and analysis, and contextual analysis in scope of credit union operations and/or the financial sector. The incumbent will work directly with the ADA Data Engineer and IT personnel in IT Enterprise Architecture and IT Business Intelligence to acquire required data sources for use case modelling and analysis.

The incumbent will maintain documentation of all data products, methodologies, and solutions in support of use cases. As part of the Advanced Data Analytics team, the incumbent will work closely with the FP&A and FRM teams on a day to day basis. Must have a willingness to collaborate with, assist, and teach others.

Incumbent is expected to demonstrate each of the following VyStar Excellence behaviors in performing the duties and responsibilities of their job.

Focus Give your full attention by observing and listening.

Connect Build rapport by consistently being friendly and approachable.

Understand Actively listen and ask questions to identify needs.

Counsel Recommend solutions based on needs and objectives.

Advance Ask for or assume next step action; verify follow-up action.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

Required

• Master's degree in Data Science, Statistics, Mathematics, Computer Science, Information Systems, Finance, Economics, Engineering, or other technology-related field or equivalent number of years of experience.
• 3-5 years of experience developing and applying predictive and/or prescriptive analytic solutions for an organization with complex data sources. Experience must include statistical testing and modelling techniques, model selection, error analysis, and interpretation of results.
• 3-5 years of experience in analytics, data science or data analysis/mining using tools like R, SAS, SPSS, Python, etc.
• 3-5 years of experience with relational database management systems.
• Solid foundation in data structures, algorithms, and design patterns, plus strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Experience with structured and unstructured data.
• Experience with confidential data.
• Experience in data visualization tools, e.g., MS PowerBI, Tableau, SAS VA, etc.

Preferred

• Experience with financial data and/or financial risk modelling.
• Experience with machine learning or other AI applications.
• Experience working in Microsoft Azure.
• Experience with NoSQL database techniques.

JOB KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES

Required

• Strong understanding of elementary and advanced statistical testing and modelling techniques, model selection, error analysis, and interpretation of results.
• Strong knowledge of database development and management, data analysis, visualization, and statistical tools such as Azure, Apache Spark, Hadoop, SQL, R, SAS, SPSS, Python, Power BI, Tableau, etc.
• Strong understanding of data management including database structures, data warehousing and integration, and reporting.
• Experience in communicating and presenting analytic findings to technical and non-technical audiences.
• Avid and positive team player that works well across multi-disciplined organization.
• Strong communication skills including presentation, interpersonal, and writing skills.
• Creative, logical & strategic thinker with very strong analytical skills.
• Advanced skills in Excel, Powerpoint, and Word

Preferred:

• Understanding of credit union/bank core systems and financials.
• Industry understanding - a working knowledge of the credit union/banking industry.
• Understanding of the process of innovation, concept development, and product deployment into production.

DISCLAIMERS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT

Nothing in this position description is an implied contract for employment. The position description is intended to be an accurate account of the essential functions. The functions are not all encompassing and are subject to change at any time by management.

The work environment characteristics described are representative of those that an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

As required or requested, may exert up to 20 pounds of force occasionally and/or a negligible amount of force constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects.