Data Scientist II

Mastercard; Bogotá; Presencial; COP 100.440.000 - 167.400.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Mastercard is seeking a Data Scientist II to join the Global Pricing & Interchange team. You will develop analytics, predictive models, and data-driven solutions that influence pricing strategy, profitability, and commercial decisions.

You’ll work with cross-functional teams to translate insights into actionable business actions using modern data platforms. Ideal candidates have 1–3 years of experience, strong SQL and Python, and familiarity with cloud platforms, Databricks, and data

Formación

• 1–3 years of experience in data science, analytics, BI, or related field.
• Strong understanding of data management, analysis, statistics, and reporting concepts.
• Proficiency in SQL with experience querying and analyzing large datasets.

Responsabilidades

• Develop analytics, predictive models, and data science solutions for pricing and interchange.
• Conduct profitability analyses, segmentation, forecasting, and revenue analytics.
• Design and maintain dashboards and self-service analytics for global needs.

Conocimientos

SQL

Python

Cloud platforms

Data visualization

Machine learning

Statistics

Communication

Educación

Bachelor's degree in Data Science, Computer Science, Statistics, Mathematics, Engineering, Economics, Finance, or related field

Herramientas

Databricks

Snowflake

Azure/AWS

Power BI/Tableau

Airflow

SQL Server

Descripción del empleo

Our Purpose

Mastercard powers economies and empowers people in 200+ countries and territories worldwide. Together with our customers, we’re helping build a sustainable economy where everyone can prosper. We support a wide range of digital payments choices, making transactions secure, simple, smart and accessible. Our technology and innovation, partnerships and networks combine to deliver a unique set of products and services that help people, businesses and governments realize their greatest potential.

Our Purpose

Mastercard powers economies and empowers people in 200+ countries and territories worldwide. Together with our customers, we’re helping build a sustainable economy where everyone can prosper. We support a wide range of digital payments choices, making transactions secure, simple, smart and accessible. Our technology and innovation, partnerships and networks combine to deliver a unique set of products and services that help people, businesses and governments realize their greatest potential.

Our Purpose

Mastercard powers economies and empowers people in 200+ countries and territories worldwide. Together with our customers, we’re helping build a sustainable economy where everyone can prosper. We support a wide range of digital payments choices, making transactions secure, simple, smart and accessible. Our technology and innovation, partnerships and networks combine to deliver a unique set of products and services that help people, businesses and governments realize their greatest potential.

Title And Summary

Data Scientist II

Title And Summary

Data Scientist II

Title And Summary

Data Scientist II

Job Title

Data Scientist II

Overview

The Global Pricing & Interchange (P&IC) team plays a critical role in shaping Mastercard’s economics strategy and enabling profitable growth across products, services, and markets. The team partners with regional and global business units to execute pricing and interchange strategies under a consistent global framework while driving revenue optimization, commercial simplification, enhanced customer experiences, and strategic transformation initiatives.

As a Data Scientist, you will leverage advanced analytics, data science, machine learning, and modern data platforms to transform data into actionable insights that influence strategic business decisions. You will work at the intersection of strategy, analytics, technology, and commercial execution, helping answer complex business questions, identify growth opportunities, improve operational efficiency, and support Mastercard’s long-term pricing and interchange strategy.

Role

The Data Scientist is responsible for designing and delivering scalable, data-driven solutions that support Pricing & Interchange strategy, business performance optimization, and enterprise decision-making.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop analytics, predictive models, and data science solutions that support pricing, interchange, and commercial strategy initiatives.
• Conduct analyses including profitability assessments, customer and product segmentation, forecasting, simulations, optimization, and revenue analytics.
• Design, develop, and maintain reporting, dashboards, data visualizations, and self-service analytical capabilities supporting global business needs.
• Build and enhance data pipelines, analytical datasets, and scalable data products using modern cloud and big data technologies.
• Apply statistical methods, machine learning techniques, and AI-driven approaches to uncover trends, identify opportunities, and solve business challenges.
• Translate business requirements into analytical frameworks and actionable recommendations.
• Partner with Pricing, Strategy, Finance, Product, Technology, and Regional teams to develop insights that support key commercial decisions.
• Present analytical findings and recommendations in a clear, concise, and business-friendly manner.
• Contribute to continuous improvement of data science methodologies, automation opportunities, and analytics capabilities across the organization.

All About You

• 1–3 years of experience in data science, analytics, business intelligence, quantitative analysis, or a related field.
• Strong understanding of data management, data analysis, statistics, and reporting concepts.
• Proficiency in SQL with experience querying and analyzing large datasets.
• Experience with Python and familiarity with analytics libraries and data science toolsets.
• Experience working with Hadoop/Cloudera, Snowflake, Databricks, Azure/AWS cloud platforms, Microsoft Fabric, SQL Server, and related technologies.
• Experience building and maintaining data pipelines and transformation frameworks using tools such as Databricks, Alteryx, SSIS, or similar platforms.
• Proficiency in data visualization tools such as Power BI and Tableau.
• Experience with workflow orchestration and scheduling tools such as Apache Airflow, NiFi, or equivalent technologies.
• Experience developing machine learning models, predictive analytics solutions, and statistical models.
• Ability to translate complex data and quantitative analyses into actionable business insights and strategic recommendations
• Effective verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to present insights to both technical and non-technical audiences.
• Intellectual curiosity, problem-solving mindset, and passion for using data to solve business challenges.
• Payments, financial services, fintech, pricing, or commercial analytics experience is highly desirable.
• Bachelor's degree in Data Science, Computer Science, Statistics, Mathematics, Engineering, Economics, Finance, or a related field required; Master's degree is a plus.
• Experience with Generative AI, machine learning deployment, APIs, optimization models, and modern AI/ML platforms is a strong plus.

Corporate Security Responsibility

• All activities involving access to Mastercard assets, information, and networks comes with an inherent risk to the organization and, therefore, it is expected that every person working for, or on behalf of, Mastercard is responsible for information security and must.
• Abide by Mastercard’s security policies and practices.
• Ensure the confidentiality and integrity of the information being accessed.
• Report any suspected information security violation or breach, and
• Complete all periodic mandatory security trainings in accordance with Mastercard’s guidelines.

Corporate Security Responsibility

All activities involving access to Mastercard assets, information, and networks comes with an inherent risk to the organization and, therefore, it is expected that every person working for, or on behalf of, Mastercard is responsible for information security and must:

• Abide by Mastercard’s security policies and practices;
• Ensure the confidentiality and integrity of the information being accessed;
• Report any suspected information security violation or breach, and
• Complete all periodic mandatory security trainings in accordance with Mastercard’s guidelines.