Data Scientist I

Company: USAA
Location: Surprise
Posted on: February 16, 2020

Job Description:

Purpose of JobWe are currently seeking a talented Data Scientist I for one of the following locations: San Antonio Home Office II/III, Phoenix Campus, Tampa Campus or Remote.

Remote available with up to 20% travel.

Uses advanced techniques that integrate traditional and non-traditional datasets and method to enable analytical solutions; Applies predictive analytics, machine learning, simulation, and optimization techniques to generate management insights and enable customer-facing applications; participates in building analytical solutions leveraging internal and external applications to deliver value and create competitive advantage; Translates complex analytical and technical concepts to non-technical employeesJob Requirements

• Partners with other analysts across the organization to fully define business problems and research questions; Supports SME's on cross functional matrixed teams to solve highly complex work critical to the organization.
• Integrates and extracts relevant information from large amounts of both structured and unstructured data (internal and external) to enable analytical solutions.
• Conducts advanced analytics leveraging predictive modeling, machine learning, simulation, optimization and other techniques to deliver insights or develop analytical solutions to achieve business objectives.
• Supports Subject Matter Experts (SME's) on efforts to develop scalable, efficient, automated solutions for large scale data analyses, model development, model validation and model implementation.
• Works with IT to research architecture for new products, services, and features.
• Develops algorithms and supporting code such that research efforts are based on the highest quality data.
• Translates complex analytical and technical concepts to non-technical employees to enable understanding and drive informed business decisions.Minimum Requirements
  • Master's degree in Computer Science, Applied Mathematics, Quantitative Economics, Statistics, or related field.
  • 6 additional years of related experience beyond the minimum required may be substituted in lieu of a degree.
  • 4 or more years of related experience and accountability for complex tasks and/or projects required.
  • Proficient knowledge of the function/discipline and demonstrated application of knowledge, skills and abilities towards work products required.
  • Proficient level of business acumen in the areas of the business operations, industry practices and emerging trends required.Preferred
    • Experience working with IT to implement predictive solutions.
    • Familiarity with model risk management.
    • At least two years experience in building statistical models.
    • Experience with cloud storage /data products and services.
    • Proficient with Python.The above description reflects the details considered necessary to describe the principal functions of the job and should not be construed as a detailed description of all the work requirements that may be performed in the job.At USAA our employees enjoy one of the best benefits packages in the business, including a flexible business casual or casual dress environment, comprehensive medical, dental and vision plans, along with wellness and wealth building programs. - Additionally, our career path planning and continuing education will assist you with your professional goals.Relocation assistance is available for this position.

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