Principal Data Science

  • Discover Financial Services
  • Chicago, IL
  • time-alarm-solid 03-01-2024

Job Description

We are looking for a talented Principal Data Science professional to join Discover Financial Services. As a key member of our team, you will be responsible for providing thought leadership and strategic thinking to solve business problems by utilizing advanced analytics, machine learning, and optimization techniques. Your role will involve collaborating with cross-functional partners to deliver end-to-end analyses, develop advanced analytics capabilities, and present findings to leadership. You will be instrumental in creating long-term strategic data assets and driving business strategy enhancement through analytics. This position requires a Bachelor's Degree in Analytics, Engineering, Statistics, or a related field, with 6+ years of experience in Credit Risk, Fraud Risk, Marketing Analytics, Optimization, Operations Analytics, or related areas.

Minimum Qualifications

  • Bachelor's Degree in Analytics, Engineering, Statistics, or related field.
  • 6+ years of experience in relevant areas.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Masters's Degree in Analytics, Engineering, Mathematics, Statistics, or related field.
  • 4+ years of experience in relevant areas.

Benefits

  • Paid Parental Leave.
  • Paid Time Off.
  • 401(k) Plan.
  • Medical, Dental, Vision, & Health Savings Account.
  • STD, Life, LTD and AD&D.
  • Recognition Program.
  • Education Assistance.
  • Commuter Benefits.
  • Family Support Programs.
  • Employee Stock Purchase Plan.