Data Science Manager

Harnham; Fort Worth (TX); Hybrid; USD 185,000 - 200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Compensation

Performance Bonus

Relocation Support

Hybrid Work Environment

Career Growth Opportunities

Innovative Environment

Job summary

An innovative company in the fintech sector is seeking a skilled data science leader to join their team. This exciting role offers a unique blend of management and hands-on technical work, allowing you to lead a small team while contributing to advanced predictive modeling projects. You'll have the opportunity to work closely with senior leaders and make impactful decisions that shape the financial landscape. With a competitive compensation package, hybrid work environment, and a focus on career growth, this position is perfect for those looking to elevate their careers in a dynamic setting. If you're passionate about data science and finance, apply today!

Qualifications

• Expertise in Python, SQL, and Snowflake for data modeling and analytics.
• Leadership experience managing data science teams for at least 3 years.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team of data scientists to develop advanced financial models.
• Design risk models to predict financial outcomes and customer engagement.

Skills

Python

SQL

Snowflake

Data Modeling

Machine Learning

Communication Skills

Education

Degree in a quantitative field

Master’s or PhD preferred

Job description

This range is provided by Harnham. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.

Base pay range

$185,000.00/yr - $200,000.00/yr

Recruitment Consultant - Placing top talent across Customer Analytics, Marketing & Insight, BI, Product Analytics & Digital Analytics

Exciting Opportunity for Experienced Data Science Professionals – 50/50 Manager & Contributor Role in Finance

Are you a highly skilled data science leader with a passion for financial modeling and analytics? Do you thrive in environments where you can both manage a team and contribute directly to cutting-edge data science projects? If so, this is the perfect opportunity to take your career to the next level!

About the Company

This innovative company is a leader in the fintech space, committed to transforming the financial industry through advanced data science. With a culture that values collaboration, continuous learning, and delivering impactful solutions, the company is dedicated to providing high-quality financial products and services that drive real-world results. As they continue to expand, they’re looking for top talent to join their team in Addison, Texas.

Role Overview

This is a unique 50/50 role where you will be expected to split your time between hands-on technical work and leading a small team of data scientists. As a key player in the Data Science team, you will work closely with senior leaders to develop and deploy advanced predictive models, particularly in the areas of risk, engagement, and anomaly detection.

The position requires both technical expertise and management experience, with the opportunity to build and refine models that drive important business decisions. This role will report directly to the Director of Data Science and provide a clear pathway to senior leadership within the company.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead a small team of data scientists, overseeing their development and ensuring the successful execution of key projects.
• Design and develop advanced risk models to predict financial outcomes, such as loan defaults and engagement with financial products.
• Build predictive models that help the company identify customer behaviors and opportunities for growth, including marketing and acquisition models.
• Work closely with cross-functional teams, including engineering, to deploy models in production and refine them through testing and iteration.
• Present complex technical findings in an accessible and compelling way to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Contribute to the end-to-end model-building process, from data collection and cleaning to deployment and monitoring.

Skills Required to Be Successful

• Strong technical skills in Python, SQL, and Snowflake, with a solid understanding of data modeling and machine learning techniques.
• Experience building and deploying financial models, particularly in areas like risk prediction (e.g., credit risk, loan default) and customer engagement.
• Leadership experience: At least 3 years of experience managing a team of data scientists or similar professionals.
• A strong background in finance or fintech, with a deep understanding of consumer finance, loans, credit cards, and financial products.
• Excellent communication skills: Ability to explain complex technical concepts in a clear, concise, and persuasive manner.
• Degree in a quantitative field (e.g., Computer Science, Engineering, Statistics, Mathematics). A Master’s or PhD is highly preferred.

Key Selling Points

• Competitive Compensation: Salary range of $170K to $200K, with an attractive 20% performance bonus.
• Relocation Support: If moving to Texas, a sign-on bonus will be provided after 30 days of employment.
• Hybrid Work Environment: Enjoy the flexibility of working in Addison, Texas, with two days per week on-site.
• Career Growth: As a key member of the Data Science team, you’ll have direct visibility to senior leadership and ample opportunities to expand your skills and career.
• Innovative Environment: Work on cutting-edge data science projects that drive real-world impact in the fast-paced fintech space.

If you're ready to take the next step in your career and join a company that values expertise, collaboration, and innovation, apply today!

(Note: This is a permanent, full-time position with no sponsorship available.)

Seniority level

Mid-Senior level

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Accounting/Auditing, Analyst, and Finance

Industries

Staffing and Recruiting