Navy Federal Credit Union · 2 hours ago
Principal Data Scientist (Compliance)
820 Follin Ln SE, Vienna, VA, 22180, US
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$130K/yr - $180K/yr
6+ years expNavy Federal Credit Union is a leading financial institution dedicated to serving its members. They are seeking a Principal Data Scientist to provide independent data science and analytical insights to support compliance decision-making, develop AI models, and mentor junior staff.
AssociationFinancial ServicesNon Profit
No H1B
Responsibilities
Design, develop, and evaluate natural language processing, sentiment analysis, anomaly detection, geospatial analytics, etc
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
Qualification
Required
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
Advanced knowledge of natural language processing, sentiment analysis, anomaly detection, geospatial analytics, etc
Understanding of data models, large datasets, business/technical requirements, BI tools, statistical programming languages and libraries
Programming, data modeling, simulation, and advanced mathematics
Advanced knowledge of SQL, R, Python, Microsoft Azure, and Databricks
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
Preferred
Master's/PhD Degree in Data Science, Statistics, Mathematics, Computers Science, or Engineering
Familiar with Data Integration, Data Governance and Data Warehousing
Familiar with project management concepts and frameworks such as Agile Frameworks (SAFE), Communication Strategy and Management, Delivery Excellence and Requirements management
Company
Navy Federal Credit Union
Since 1933, Navy Federal has grown from seven members to over 4 million members. And since that time, their vision statement has remained
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Dietrich Kuhlmann
President & CEO
Kara Cardona
Chief Operating Officer
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