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Senior Data Science Analyst - Transforming Financial Services through Advanced Analytics and Machine Learning

Remote, USA Full-time Posted 2025-11-03

Unlock Your Potential as a Senior Data Science Analyst at Discover

Join the ranks of a leading digital banking and payments company and revolutionize the financial services landscape. At Discover, we're not just about providing financial solutions; we're about creating a brighter financial future for millions. As a Senior Data Science Analyst, you'll be at the forefront of driving business growth through data-driven insights, advanced analytics, and machine learning. With a fully remote work setup, you'll have the flexibility to work from anywhere while making a meaningful impact.

About Discover: Where Innovation Meets Inclusion

Discover is more than just a financial services company; it's a community that thrives on innovation, diversity, and inclusion. Our collaborative culture is built on three core behaviors: We Play to Win, We Get Better Every Day, and We Succeed Together. We value what makes you unique, providing an environment where you can grow, shine, and make a difference. As an equal opportunity employer, we welcome applicants from diverse backgrounds and perspectives.

Key Responsibilities: Driving Business Success through Data Science

  • Develop and implement advanced analytics solutions, including customer segmentation, optimization, test & design of experiments, and prescriptive analytics to drive business growth.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional partners to understand business needs, formulate, and complete end-to-end analysis, including data gathering, analysis, and presentations.
  • Operate as a subject matter expert on statistical analysis, test and design of experiments, analysis methodology, modeling & application, and financial impact analysis.
  • Create reports and dashboards to closely monitor performance metrics, provide insights, and identify areas for improvement.
  • Deliver effective presentations of findings and recommendations to multiple levels of leadership, creating visual displays of quantitative information.
  • Establish and maintain effective performance tracking, identify improvement opportunities, form hypotheses, propose, design, and implement tests to drive strategy enhancement and optimization.
  • Manage multiple priorities, communicate business performance and project progress to management & business partners.
  • Develop and automate reports, iteratively build and prototype dashboards to provide insights at scale, solving for analytical needs.
  • Facilitate implementation of work product and ensure accuracy.
  • Consistently follow standard work processes and documentation requirements.
  • Recommend improvements to work processes to increase efficiency while maintaining quality of work.
  • Continuously improve technical and leadership skills through training and development.

Essential Qualifications: The Foundation for Success

To excel as a Senior Data Science Analyst at Discover, you'll need:

  • A Bachelor's Degree in Analytics, Engineering, Statistics, or a related field.
  • 2+ years of experience in Credit Risk, Fraud Risk, Marketing Analytics, Optimization, Operations Analytics, Modeling/Data Science, or a related field.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to drive business outcomes through data-driven insights.
  • Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to effectively communicate complex ideas to multiple levels of leadership.
  • Ability to operate office equipment such as computers, telephones, printers, and calculators.
  • Ability to communicate verbally and in written form.

Preferred Qualifications: Elevating Your Application

While not mandatory, having the following qualifications can give you a competitive edge:

  • A Master's Degree in Analytics, Engineering, Mathematics, Statistics, or a related field.

What We Offer: A Comprehensive Benefits Package

At Discover, we believe in rewarding our employees for their hard work and dedication. Our benefits package includes:

  • Competitive salary ranging between $85,500.00 to $119,500.00, with additional incentives as part of a market-competitive total compensation package.
  • Paid Parental Leave
  • Paid Time Off
  • 401(k) Plan
  • Medical, Dental, Vision, & Health Savings Account
  • STD, Life, LTD, and AD&D
  • Recognition Program
  • Education Assistance
  • Commuter Benefits
  • Family Support Programs
  • Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Learn more about our benefits at mydiscoverbenefits.com.

Career Growth and Development: Your Future at Discover

At Discover, we're committed to helping you grow and develop your skills. As a Senior Data Science Analyst, you'll have opportunities to:

  • Work on complex and challenging projects that drive business growth.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop innovative solutions.
  • Develop your technical and leadership skills through training and development programs.
  • Take on new responsibilities and contribute to the company's success.

Our Culture: Where Diversity and Inclusion Thrive

Discover is proud to be an equal opportunity employer, committed to diversity and inclusion. We believe in creating an environment where everyone can thrive, regardless of their background, experience, or perspective. Our culture is built on three core behaviors: We Play to Win, We Get Better Every Day, and We Succeed Together.

Ready to Embark on This Journey?

If you're passionate about data science, driven to make a difference, and excited about the opportunity to work with a leading financial services company, we want to hear from you! Apply today and let's build the future together.

Application Deadline: The application window for this position is anticipated to close on Oct-16-2024. We encourage you to apply as soon as possible.

Equal Employment Opportunity: Discover is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or other legally protected status.

Accommodations: Discover complies with federal, state, and local laws applicable to qualified individuals with disabilities and is committed to providing reasonable accommodations. If you require a reasonable accommodation to search for a position, to complete an application, and/or to participate in an interview, please email [email protected].

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