Designed for ambitious graduates eager to solve real-world financial and risk challenges, the Data Scientist I Management Trainee role places you alongside senior leads in Credit & Pricing Strategy and Portfolio Analytics. In this position, your analytical rigor, SQL-based deep dives, and credit policy impact evaluations will directly inform key strategic decisions and drive our continuous growth.
You will:- Perform SQL queries and complex data aggregations to support credit strategies and portfolio monitoring.
- Conduct deep-dive quantitative analyses to evaluate credit policy changes and lending performance.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams including Risk and Operations to present analytical findings.
Present analytical opportunities for business improvement , influence stakeholders with data backed strategies. - Work with data vendors in pushing data boundaries.
Qualifications & Requirements- Education: Bachelor's degree in Mathematics, Statistics, or a related Quantitative field (must be in top 10% of graduating class).
- Technical Skills: Strong proficiency in SQL and Python for complex data aggregation and analysis.
- Aptitude: High capacity for analytical reasoning and a solid quantitative background.
- Location: San Diego, CA (On-site / Hybrid collaboration near business headquarters).
$82,800 - $90,000 a year
A reasonable estimate of the base salary range for this role is $82,800 to $90,000 per year. In determining final compensation within the base range, Mulligan Funding considers a variety of factors, including market data, relevant experience, skills, and past performance.
