Kapitus · 16 hours ago
Data Scientist II - Job ID 638
Arlington, VA
Full-time
Remote
Mid Level
$77K/yr - $124K/yr
3+ years exp
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Responsibilities
Design, develop, and deploy machine learning models and algorithms to solve business problems or improve processes for Legal/Collections and Sales
Build models to classify account transaction data to benefit underwriting process and merchant insights
Build models including but not limited to credit risk, fraud, and offer acceptance propensity
Perform through testing and validation of models and support various aspects of the business with data analytics, i.e., experience with data and model governance
Research, design, implement and validate cutting-edge algorithms/models to analyze diverse sources of data to achieve targeted outcomes, i.e., be up to date on data science research (papers and libraries); be able to build and evaluate models yourself
Conduct sophisticated analysis on top of models to derive meaningful insights and actionable strategy recommendations.
Identify new data sources and patterns that add lift to predictive modeling capabilities; come in with existing knowledge about relevant datasets and services to leverage
Conduct analysis and turn insights into actionable changes for predictive models or policies; have experience identifying and prioritizing the business impact
Apply statistical techniques to interpret data, validate models, and ensure robustness of analytical solutions.
Deliver informative and effective findings, results and recommendations from statistical analysis to stakeholders, both technical and non-technical audiences
Recommend ongoing improvements to methods and algorithms currently in production
Work closely with cross-functional teams such as engineering, product management, and business stakeholders to understand requirements and deliver solutions.
Qualification
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Required
MS in Statistics, Economics, Finance, or other related quantitative field
Strong understanding of Computer Science fundamentals
3-5 years of relevant experience in applying data science techniques to real-world problems
Proven track record of building new models and improving existing models
Strong attention to detail; excellent communication and project management skills
Thorough understanding of statistical modeling techniques
Strong proficiency Python and SQL for data manipulation, analysis, and modeling
Strong understanding of Software Development Lifecycle (SDLC)
Experience with exploratory data analysis and visualization
Solid understanding of statistical methods and their application in data analysis and modeling
Experience with machine learning techniques and libraries/frameworks (e.g., scikit-learn)
Ability to work with large, complex datasets using tools like Pandas, Spark, or similar
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills to translate business requirements into technical solutions
Have a portfolio (e.g., website, github, paper references, etc.) of papers, visualizations, or software
Excellent communication skills to articulate findings and insights to both technical and non-technical stakeholders
Preferred
Professional experience at a financial services organization
Econometric modeling, traditional modeling techniques (regression, tree-based models), deep learning, Natural Language Processing (NLP)
Agile, Scrum experience
Strong SQL
Big data; experience with Databricks or Snowflake, Linux, AWS
Benefits
Health Insurance: We offer comprehensive medical, dental, and employer-paid vision plans through UnitedHealthcare (UHC), with various coverage levels available to meet the needs of our employees and their families.
100% Company Paid Insurances: Kapitus fully covers the cost of basic short-term and long-term disability insurance, as well as vision insurance, ensuring our employees have comprehensive protection without any personal expense.
Voluntary Insurance: Supplemental life insurance as well as enhanced short- and long-term disability coverage are available through Mutual of Omaha, providing additional security for our employees. Additionally, Colonial Accident and Hospitalization insurances are also available, offering further protection against unforeseen events.
Paid Maternity and Parental Leave: Beyond state-mandated leave policies, Kapitus provides company-paid maternity and parental leave, supporting our employees during important family milestones.
LifeBalance Program: Enhance your lifestyle with our LifeBalance membership, which offers discounts on outdoor activities, the arts, health, and fitness. Additional benefits include: + Pet and car insurance discounts. + Financial services such as LegalShield. + Relaxation and stress management tools, including a fully covered annual subscription to The Calm App.
Plum Benefits Discount Program: Access exclusive discounts on shows, travel, car rentals, and more, enriching your personal and family life.
Tuition Reimbursement: Pursue further education with up to $5,000 annually in tuition reimbursement, plus opportunities to attend relevant conferences and career development events.
Transit Reimbursement: We also offer transit reimbursement for all work-related travel, supporting your involvement in career and personal development activities.
Paid Time Off: Employees enjoy 120 Hours of Paid Time Off and can rollover up to 40 Hours to the following year, in addition employees receive 56 hours of Sick Time annually. Unused sick time does not expire; instead, it accumulates in a special accrual bank that never expires and can be utilized for FMLA needs or other approved leaves.
Retirement Benefits: Our 401K plan is managed through Fidelity, featuring a 25% match on employee contributions, helping you plan for a secure financial future.
Company
Kapitus
Kapitus is a business loan provider dedicated to helping small and medium-sized businesses in their growth.
201-500 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageTotal Funding
$675M2024-06-18Debt Financing· $45M
2023-04-03Debt Financing· $130M
2022-02-10Debt Financing· $200M
Leadership Team
Andrew Reiser
CEO and Founder
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