Senior Modeler

Discover. A brighter future.

With us, you’ll do meaningful work from Day 1. Our collaborative culture is built on three core behaviors: We Play to Win, We Get Better Every Day & We Succeed Together. And we mean it — we want you to grow and make a difference at one of the world's leading digital banking and payments companies. We value what makes you unique so that you have an opportunity to shine.

Come build your future, while being the reason millions of people find a brighter financial future with Discover.

Job Description:

Responsible for developing predictive models to provide modeling solutions to Discover’s business partners. Designs and develops models, utilizing machine learning and other algorithms. Presents the results of mathematical modeling and data analysis to management or other end users. Actively manages and escalates risk and customer-impacting issues within the day-to-day role to management. 

Responsibilities 

• Researches and leverages state-of-the-art modeling techniques; participates in modeling innovation. 

• Leverages extensive, deep technical knowledge and leadership skills to drive the development of data science solutions and implements data-driven recommendations and outcomes. 

• Maintains a high level of competency in statistical and analytical principles, tools and techniques, and supports the advancement of the "best-in-class" analytical capabilities to unlock new capabilities and performance, and quickly adapts to modern modeling techniques. Demonstrates knowledge in analytical tools. 

• Accumulates business and data-domain knowledge. 

Minimum Qualifications 

At a minimum, here’s what we need from you: 

• Master's Degree in Statistics, Math, Information Technology, Engineering, Economics, Analytics, or related field 

• 2+ years of experience in developing data-based analytical solutions, or related field 

Preferred Qualifications 

If we had our say, we’d also look for: 

• Ph.D. in Statistics, Math, Information Technology, Engineering, Economics, or related quantitative field 

• 4+ years of experience in the financial service industry and modeling, or related field 

Application Deadline:

The application window for this position is anticipated to close on Aug-19-2024. We encourage you to apply as soon as possible. The posting may be available past this date, but it is not guaranteed.

Compensation:

The base pay for this position generally ranges between $121,500.00 to $170,300.00. Additional incentives may be provided as part of a market competitive total compensation package. Factors, such as but not limited to, geographical location, relevant experience, education, and skill level may impact the pay for this position.

Benefits:

We also offer a range of benefits and programs based on eligibility. These benefits include:

• 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

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