LendingTree · 2 hours ago
Senior Data Scientist
Charlotte, NC, United States
Full-time
Hybrid
Senior Level
$130K/yr - $170K/yr
5+ years expLendingTree is the nation’s leading online lending marketplace, connecting consumers with multiple lenders for various financial products. The Senior Data Scientist will lead complex data analysis and model development projects while guiding junior team members and collaborating with various teams to implement advanced analytics solutions.
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Responsibilities
Help execute data science strategies and roadmaps to address business challenges and opportunities through analytics and AI/ML models
Hands on design, development, and deployment of predictive models, machine learning algorithms, and AI solutions
Collaborate with team members and business stakeholders to understand objectives and requirements and develop analytic models that provide actionable insights
Ensure the validity, reliability, and robustness of models by implementing best practices in model validation, testing, and calibration
Monitor performance and outcomes of models and refine them for optimized performance
Communicate complex analytic solutions and insights in a clear and structured manner to business stakeholders
Foster a culture of continuous improvement within our data science practices, staying abreast of industry trends and advancements
Demonstrate an eagerness to learn, including aspects related to bringing data science models into operational use
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Data Science, Statistics, or related field
Minimum of 5 years of experience in a data science role, showcasing solid abilities in SQL and Python
Excellent data analysis, profiling and statistics skills coupled with proficiency in SQL tools and technologies such as Oracle, SQL Server, MySQL, Pandas, NumPy, ggplot, Shiny, SciPy, Sci-Kit Learn, and Matplotlib
Proficiency in utilizing a range of Machine/Deep Learning algorithms and frameworks, including TensorFlow, PyTorch, scikit-learn, Spark ML, Torch, Huggingface, Keras, Caffe, and CNTK
Solid understanding of cloud computing environments and experience with deploying models in cloud environments such as AWS, Azure, or GCP
Experience in or understanding of model development, with a willingness to explore model deployment strategies
High analytical aptitude for navigating complex datasets to extract actionable insights
Excellent problem-solving skills and a detail-oriented mindset
Strong communication abilities, capable of conveying technical concepts to diverse audiences
Proactive in learning and adapting to new methodologies and challenges
Ability to work effectively in a team and manage simultaneous projects in a dynamic environment
Preferred
PhD in the above fields preferred
Prior experience in Fintech
Software engineering experience
Benefits
Incentive Compensation: Eligible for annual performance bonus
Generous benefits
Wellness programs
Time-off policies designed to help you recharge, stay healthy, and bring your best self to work every day
Company
LendingTree
LendingTree is an online lending exchange that connects consumers with multiple lenders who compete for their business.
501-1000 employees
H1B Sponsorship
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$650MKey Investors
Apollo
2025-08-21Post Ipo Debt· $475M
2024-03-27Post Ipo Debt· $175M
2008-08-12IPO
Leadership Team
Jason Bengel
Chief Financial Officer
Ian Smith
Chief Operating Officer
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