Navy Federal Credit Union

Senior Data Scientist

Navy Federal Credit Union$110K — $130K *
Enterprise Technology
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's Degree in Data Science, Statistics, Mathematics, Computer Science, Engineering, or related fields
  • 3-5 years experience in exploratory data analysis
  • Proficient in SQL, R, Python, Hadoop, SAS, SPSS, Scala, AWS
  • Strong technical writing and communication skills
  • Intermediate understanding of statistics and model lifecycle execution
  • Familiarity with ethical AI best practices

Responsibilities

  • Design, develop, and evaluate predictive models and algorithms
  • Extract meaningful insights from large datasets
  • Test hypotheses and interpret analysis results
  • Develop and code software programs and algorithms
  • Transform data into visual formats for effective decision making
  • Lead small projects and initiatives within the team
  • Communicate findings effectively to a varied audience

Benefits

  • Work-life balance with Monday to Friday schedule
  • Collaborative environment with opportunities to lead initiatives
  • Exposure to advanced data science practices
  • Supportive workplace culture with relationships building among team members
Full Job Description
Job Description

Navy Federal Credit Union currently does not provide sponsorship for this role. Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States without the need for current or future sponsorship.

Provide independent data science, machine learning, and analytical insights using member, financial, and organizational data to support mission critical decision making for various areas of the organization. Understand business needs and identify opportunities for new products, services, and process optimization to meet business objectives through the use of cutting-edge data science.

Create descriptive, predictive, and prescriptive models and insights to drive impact across the organization. Conduct work assignments of increasing complexity, under moderate supervision with some latitude for independent judgment. Intermediate professional within field; requires moderate skill set and proficiency in discipline.

Responsibilities

  • Design, develop, and evaluate moderately complex predictive models and advanced algorithms
  • Identifies meaningful insights from large data and metadata sources
  • Test hypotheses/models, analyze, and interpret results
  • Exercise sound judgment and discretion within defined procedures and practices
  • Develop and code moderately complex software programs, algorithms, and automated processes
  • Use modeling and trend analysis to analyze data and provide insights
  • Develop understanding of best practices and ethical AI
  • Transform data into charts, tables, or format that aids effective decision making
  • Build working relationships with team members and subject matter experts
  • Lead small projects and initiatives
  • Utilize effective written and verbal communication to document and present findings of analyses to a diverse audience of stakeholders


Qualifications

  • Bachelor's Degree in Data Science, Statistics, Mathematics, Computers Science, Engineering, or degrees in similar quantitative fields
  • 3-5 years of experience in exploratory data analysis
  • Basic understanding of business and operating environment
  • Statistics
  • Programming, data modeling, simulation, and advanced mathematics
  • SQL, R, Python, Hadoop, SAS, SPSS, Scala, AWS
  • Model lifecycle execution
  • Technical writing
  • Data storytelling and technical presentation skills
  • Research Skills
  • Interpersonal Skills
  • Working 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.)
  • Sound Judgment
  • Problem Solving (Responds as problems and issues are identified)


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


Additional Information

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


Location:
  • 820 Follin Lane, Vienna, VA 22180
  • 5510 Heritage Oaks Drive, Pensacola, FL 32526


About Navy Federal Credit Union

Navy Federal Credit Union is a credit union that serves members of the military and their families. The credit union offers a range of financial products and services, including checking and savings accounts, loans, and credit cards. Navy Federal Credit Union was founded in 1933 and is headquartered in Vienna, Virginia. The credit union has more than 9 million members and operates more than 300 branches across the United States and around the world.
Learn more about Navy Federal Credit Union
Size
18,000 employees
Industry
Founded
1933

Similar Jobs

More Jobs at Navy Federal Credit Union

More Enterprise Technology Jobs

Find similar Senior Data Scientist jobs: