Principal Data Scientist

Job Description

Overview

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. Regarded as an advanced professional in the data science field. Conduct complex work under minimal supervision and with wide latitude for independent judgment. Mentor lower level staff.

Responsibilities

  • Design, develop, and evaluate large and complex predictive models and advanced algorithms
  • Test hypotheses/models, analyze, and interpret results
  • Develop actionable insights and recommendations
  • Develop and code complex software programs, algorithms, and automated processes
  • Use evaluation, judgment, and interpretation to select right course of action
  • Work on problems of diverse scope where analysis of information requires evaluation of identifiable factors
  • Produce innovative solutions driven by exploratory data analysis from complex and high-dimensional datasets
  • Transform data into charts, tables, or format that aids effective decision making
  • Utilize effective written and verbal communication to document analyses and present findings analyses to a diverse audience of stakeholders
  • Develop and maintain strong working relationships with team members, subject matter experts, and leaders
  • Lead moderate to large projects and initiatives
  • Model best practices and ethical AI
  • Works with senior management on complex issues
  • Assist with the development and enhancement practices, procedures, and instructions
  • Serve as technical resource for other team members
  • Mentor lower levels

Qualifications

  • 6+ years of experience with requisite competencies
  • Complete knowledge and full understanding of specialization
  • Statistics, machine learning , data mining, data auditing, aggregation, reconciliation, and visualization
  • 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
  • Advanced 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.)
  • Independent Judgment
  • Problem Solving (Identifies the constraints and risks)
  • Bachelor's Degree in Data Science, Statistics, Mathematics, Computers Science, Engineering, or degrees in similar quantitative fields or the equivalent combination of education, training and experience

Desired Qualification(s)

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

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

Locations: 820 Follin Ln. Vienna, VA 22180 | 5550 Heritage Oaks Dr. Pensacola, FL 32526 | 141 Security Dr. Winchester, VA 22602 | 9999 Willow Creek Rd. San Diego, CA 92131 | Remote

About Us

You have goals, dreams, hobbies, and things you're passionate about-what's important to you is important to us. We're looking for people who not only want to do meaningful, challenging work, keep their skills sharp and move ahead, but who also take time for the things that matter to them-friends, family, and passions. And we're looking for team members who are passionate about our mission-making a difference in military members' and their families' lives. Together, we can make it happen. Don't take our word for it:

* Military Times 2022 Best for Vets Employers

* WayUp Top 100 Internship Programs

* Forbes 2022 The Best Employers for New Grads

* Fortune Best Workplaces for Women

* Fortune 100 Best Companies to Work For

* Computerworld Best Places to Work in IT

* Ripplematch Campus Forward Award - Excellence in Early Career Hiring

* Fortune Best Place to Work for Financial and Insurance Services

Equal Employment Opportunity: Navy Federal values, celebrates, and enacts diversity in the workplace. Navy Federal takes affirmative action to employ and advance in employment qualified individuals with disabilities, disabled veterans, Armed Forces service medal veterans, recently separated veterans, and other protected veterans. EOE/AA/M/F/Veteran/Disability EOE/AA/M/F/Veteran/Disability

Disclaimers: Navy Federal reserves the right to fill this role at a higher/lower grade level based on business need. An assessment may be required to compete for this position. Job postings are subject to close early or extend out longer than the anticipated closing date at the hiring team's discretion based on qualified applicant volume. Navy Federal Credit Union assesses market data to establish salary ranges that enable us to remain competitive. You are paid within the salary range, based on your experience, location and market position

Bank Secrecy Act: Remains cognizant of and adheres to Navy Federal policies and procedures, and regulations pertaining to the Bank Secrecy Act.

 

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