Data Scientist

First American Financial Corporation; Santa Ana (CA); On-site; USD 79,500 - 121,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Inclusive workplace culture

Diversity and equity initiatives

Job summary

First American Financial Corporation in Santa Ana, California is looking for a professional skilled in data analysis and predictive modeling. Your role will involve leveraging large datasets to derive valuable business insights and presenting your findings to stakeholders.

The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor’s degree in a quantitative field, relevant experience, and strong communication skills. The company prides itself on fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace.

Qualifications

• Experience with large datasets and statistical methods is required.
• Proficiency in programming languages such as SAS, R, or Python is needed.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills are a must.

Responsibilities

• Perform exploratory analysis on large datasets.
• Build predictive models to enhance business operations.
• Present findings to internal stakeholders.

Skills

Large datasets handling

Statistical analysis

Data mining methods

SAS/R/Python proficiency

SQL programming

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Microsoft Office proficiency

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mathematics, Statistics or Computer Science

Master's or PhD degree preferred

Job description

What We Do

Identifies business trends and problems through complex data analysis. Interprets results from multiple sources using a variety of techniques, ranging from simple data aggregation via statistical analysis to complex data mining independently. Designs, develops and implements the most valuable business solutions for the organization.

Essential Functions

• Leverage skills in handling very large datasets to perform exploratory analysis, construct relevant variables, and perform sample design
• Build complex predictive models to substantially improve business operations
• Act as technical expert to recommend and develop innovative analytic solutions
• Communicate and present results to internal audiences, prepare presentations and documentation of models and analytical solutions

Knowledge and Skills/Technology Used

• Some experience with large datasets
• Knowledge and experience with diverse statistical and data mining methods (e.g. - GLM/Regression, Trees, Clustering, PCA, SVM, Time Series analysis etc.)
• Demonstrated proficiency with packages/languages such as SAS, R, or Python
• Understanding of RDBs and interactive SQL programming skills
• Aptitude for picking up new technologies
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Self-motivated; self-starter
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and respond quickly to emergent problems
• Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint

Typical Education

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in a related quantitative field such as Mathematics, Statistics or Computer Science
• Master’s or PhD degree preferred

Typical Range of Experience

• 2-4 years of related work experience

Pay Range: $79,500-$121,000

This hiring range is a reasonable estimate of the base pay range for this position at the time of posting. Pay is based on a number of factors which may include job-related knowledge, skills, experience, business requirements and geographic location

What We Offer

By choice, we don’t simply accept individuality – we embrace it, we support it, and we thrive on it! Our People First Culture celebrates diversity, equity and inclusion not simply because it’s the right thing to do, but also because it’s the key to our success. We are proud to foster an authentic and inclusive workplace For All. You are free and encouraged to bring your entire, unique self to work. First American is an equal opportunity employer in every sense of the term.