Velera · 14 hours ago
Data Scientist I - Remote
United States
Full-time
Remote
Entry Level
$85K/yr - $108K/yr
2+ years expVelera is the nation’s premier payments credit union service organization and an integrated fintech solutions provider. They are seeking a talented Data Scientist to apply data mining techniques and machine learning algorithms to large data sets, building predictive models and collaborating with cross-functional teams to implement data-driven solutions.
CreditFinTechManagement Consulting
No H1B
Responsibilities
Collaborate with stakeholders throughout the business to understand existing processes and identify opportunities for leveraging data to drive solutions
Perform data mining and analysis from various databases to build solutions for optimizing product development, client portfolios, and business strategies
Design and build custom AI/ML models and algorithms applied to data sets for enhancing products and processes
Conduct exploratory data analysis to determine the effectiveness and accuracy of data for application in models and algorithms
Develop and perform A/B testing frameworks to assess model quality and validity
Interpret data analysis, model, and algorithm results to business and technical teams to facilitate decision-making
Design and build predictive models to increase and optimize portfolios, generate revenue opportunities, prevent client attrition, and optimize portfolio segments for timely offers
Develop processes and tools for monitoring and analyzing model performance and data accuracy
Stay updated on industry standards and advancements in data-driven technologies and tools
Work in an agile framework as needed
Perform duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
Bachelors degree in Operations Research, Statistics, Mathematics, Computer Science, Physics or similar field
2+ year's professional experience working within business intelligence, data science, or operations research with experience in development of advanced analytics
Proficient with computer languages such as Python, and SQL
Familiar with various machine learning techniques including clustering, ensemble methods, artificial neural networks. Understanding their advantages and drawbacks and when to apply each
Proficient in advanced statistical techniques such as various regression modeling (linear, logistic, polynomial, etc.), forecasting methods, with practical application experience
Knowledgeable in cloud platforms for data science, Preferably Azure and Databricks
Familiar with big data platforms such as Databricks and/or Snowflake
General knowledge of PCI standards and regulations
Familiar with Agile methodologies and practices
Excellent verbal, written, and visual communication skills, with the ability to tell a story using data and visualizations
Preferred
Experience with AI Models, NLP, and/or LLM's preferred
Experience building classification models preferred
Benefits
Competitive wages
Medical with telemedicine
Dental and Vision
Basic and Optional Life Insurance
Paid Time Off (PTO)
Maternity, Parental, Family Care
Community Volunteer Time Off
12 Paid Holidays
Company Paid Disability Insurance
401k (with employer match)
Health Savings Accounts (HSA) with company provided contributions
Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
Supplemental Insurance
Mental Health and Well-being: Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Tuition Reimbursement
Wellness program
Company
Velera
Velera provides financial technology and processing solutions for credit unions.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Chuck Fagan
President and CEO
Recent News
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