FICO · 1 day ago
Analytic Science - Principal Scientist
San Diego, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Lead/StaffFICO is a leading global analytics software company, helping businesses in 100+ countries make better decisions. The Principal Scientist will lead teams of scientists to build predictive models, analyze model behavior, and ensure optimal performance while collaborating with clients and internal teams.
AnalyticsBig DataCollection AgencyConsultingFinancial ServicesFraud DetectionPredictive AnalyticsSoftware
Responsibilities
Head up technical project teams and own individual high-level projects focused on key analytic deliverables and analytic innovation projects working effectively with cross functional teams (i.e. Pre-sales, Product Management, Development) meeting project road maps and delivery timelines
Present findings to clients in a compelling way, demonstrating value and differentiation ensuring high level of customer support
Hands-on analysis and understanding large amounts of historical data to determine the most suitable modeling techniques while showcasing expertise with different types of algorithms and modeling processes with cutting-edge analytic techniques
Shepherd scientists through project work assignments and assist in developing career opportunities for them
Drive innovation and inorganic growth of new and existing analytic products through offering and promoting refined ideas
Qualification
Required
MS or a PhD degree in a statistics, physics, engineering, mathematics, computer science or other related analytic field with significant years of experience in predictive modeling with Software Development experience in either C, C++ or Java
Experience to include employing neural networks, machine learning, mathematical/statistical modeling, pattern recognition, or data mining on real world problems
Large dataset analysis with strong skills in scripting languages such as Python, Perl or Bash; knowledge of data-cleaning techniques and their uses on large datasets; performing statistical analyses leading to the understanding of the structure of the data
Prior experience driving high quality/on-time model development projects and driving innovation into the modeling process/offerings
Experience leading cross functional teams of data scientists, software engineers, IT and product managers in execution of an analytic research or development project
Benefits
Highly competitive compensation, benefits and rewards programs that encourage you to bring your best every day and be recognized for doing so.
An engaging, people-first work environment offering work/life balance, employee resource groups, and social events to promote interaction and camaraderie.
Company
FICO
Fair Isaac Corporation enables businesses to automate, improve, and connect decisions to enhance business performance. It is a sub-organization of FICO.
Founded in 1956
1001-5000 employees
H1B Sponsorship
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Trends of Total Sponsorships
2025 (30)
2024 (18)
2023 (22)
2022 (25)
2021 (45)
2020 (40)
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$1.5B2025-05-08Post Ipo Debt· $1.5B
2021-05-05Acquired
2003-01-10IPO
Leadership Team
William Lansing
CEO
Amir Hermelin
Chief Technology Officer
Recent News
2026-01-06
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