Data Scientist II

Truist Financial Corporation; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Paid vacation

401(k) plan

Job summary

Truist in Raleigh, NC is seeking a quantitative data scientist to perform sophisticated analytics, from econometrics to ML, to deliver trusted data products and dashboards for Audit Services.

You will own end-to-end analytics solutions, collaborate with stakeholders, and mentor teams while advancing data governance and self-service insights. This role requires in-office presence five days a week.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a quantitative field and 4+ years of related experience.
• Strong grasp of statistics, econometrics, time-series and hypothesis testing.
• Experience cleaning data: regex, filtering, indexing, imputation, outliers.
• Proficiency in data extraction using SQL and scripting languages.
• Familiarity with Hadoop, Pig, Hive, Spark and NoSQL databases.
• Ability to manage multiple projects with tight deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Perform advanced analytics (statistical, predictive, ML) on structured/unstructured data.
• Create data visualizations to communicate insights to stakeholders.
• Own end-to-end data science solution design and delivery.
• Engage stakeholders to define objectives and scope requirements.
• Write and deploy code in Python, SAS, SQL, R, etc. for predictive apps.
• Collaborate via internal repositories to share learnings and code.
• Research emerging methods to advance capabilities in data science.
• Uphold risk management and data governance standards across projects.

Skills

Statistical methods

Econometrics

Machine learning

Data visualization

Python

SQL

Regex

Data governance awareness

Stakeholder communication

Risk management

Education

Bachelor's degree

4+ years experience in quantitative field

Master’s or PhD (preferred)

Tools

Power BI

Tableau / Domo / Qlik (BI tools)

Hadoop / Spark

SQL / NoSQL

SAS / R / Python

JQuery (data retrieval)

Job description

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Regular or Temporary

Regular

Language Fluency

English (Required)

Work Shift

1st shift (United States of America)

Please review the following job description

Perform sophisticated analytics (statistical and predictive analytics, machine learning modeling, etc.) to provide actionable insights that improve business Develop scalable data, analytics, visualization, automation, and AI capabilities that enable self-service insights and enhance audit delivery and operations. Gather and translate business and data requirements into trusted data products, dashboards, automated reporting, advanced analytics, machine learning, and AI-enabled solutions that identify risk, improve efficiency, and support better decision‑making. Partner with audit leaders and technology teams to establish sustainable standards and solutions for data quality, accessibility, governance, and reuse, while providing analytical leadership, consultation, and mentorship that expands data literacy and adoption across Truist Audit Services.

This position requires 5 days/week in office expectation.

• For this opportunity, Truist will not sponsor an applicant for work visa status or employment authorization, nor will we offer any immigration‑related support for this position. This includes, but is not limited to:
• H‑1B
• F‑1 OPT
• F‑1 STEM OPT
• F‑1 CPT
• J‑1
• TN‑1
• TN‑2
• E‑3
• O‑1
• Future sponsorship for U.S. lawful permanent residence status

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

Following is a summary of the essential functions for this job. Other duties may be performed, both major and minor, which are not mentioned below. Specific activities may change from time to time.

• Independently perform sophisticated data analytics (ranging from classical econometrics to machine learning, neural networks, and natural language processing) in a variety of environments using structured and unstructured data.
• Produce compelling data visualizations to communicate insights and influence outcomes among a wide array of stakeholders.
• Take accountability and ownership of end-to-end data science solution design, technical delivery, and measurable business outcome.
• Engage in stakeholder meetings to identify business objectives and scope solution requirements.
• Independently write, document, and deploy custom code in a variety of environments (Python, SAS, SQL, R, etc.) to create predictive analytics applications.
• Use, maintain, share and collaborate through Truist internal code repositories to foster continual learning and cross-pollination of skillsets.
• Actively research and advocate adoption of emerging methods and technologies in the data science field, with the eye of continually advancing Truist’s capabilities.
• Exercise sound judgment and foster risk management culture throughout design, development, and deployment practices; partner with cross-functional teams to coordinate rules on data usage, data governance and analytics capabilities.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree and four or more years of experience in a quantitative field such as Finance, Mathematics, Analytics, Data Science, Computer Science, or Engineering, or equivalent education and related training
• Exhibit understanding of statistical methods, including a broad understanding of classical statistics, probability theory, econometrics, time-series, and primary statistical tests
• Familiarity with linear algebra concepts for optimization, complex matrix operations, eigenvalue decompositions, and principal components; working knowledge of calculus/differential equations, with understanding of stochastic processes
• Demonstrate understanding of data cleansing and preparation methodologies, including regex, filtering, indexing, interpolation, and outlier treatment
• Strong familiarity with data extraction in a variety of environments (SQL, JQuery, etc.)
• Working knowledge of Hadoop, Pig, Hive, and/or NoSQL, Spark
• Experience in managing multiple projects with tight deadlines in a collaborative environment

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s degree or PhD in a quantitative field such as Finance, Mathematics, Analytics, Data Science, Computer Science, or Engineering
• Four years of relevant work experience if candidate lacks graduate degree
• Previous experience in the banking or fin-tech industry, with specific experience in Internal Audit Services
• Experience with the Microsoft Power Platform including Power BI, Power Automate, Copilot, and Fabric
• Experience with data visualization tools such as Tableau, Domo, Qlik, and/or Power BI
• Experience building semantic models and knowledge graphs to enable AI and Agents on structured and unstructured data
• Experience with automation tools such as Power Automate, Alteryx, UI Path
• Familiar with Process understanding and Optimization

Other Job Requirements / Working Conditions

Sitting

Constantly (More than 50% of the time)

Visual / Audio / Speaking

Able to access and interpret client information received from the computer and able to hear and speak with individuals in person and on the phone.

Manual Dexterity / Keyboarding

Able to work standard office equipment, including PC keyboard and mouse, copy/fax machines, and printers.

Availability

Able to work all hours scheduled, including overtime as directed by manager/supervisor and required by business need.

Travel

Minimal and up to 10%

General Description of Available Benefits for Eligible Employees of Truist Financial Corporation:

All regular teammates (not temporary or contingent workers) working 20 hours or more per week are eligible for benefits, though eligibility for specific benefits may be determined by the division of Truist offering the position. Truist offers medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability, accidental death and dismemberment, tax‑preferred savings accounts, and a 401k plan to teammates. Teammates also receive no less than 10 days of vacation (prorated based on date of hire and by full‑time or part‑time status) during their first year of employment, along with 10 sick days (also prorated), and paid holidays. For more details on Truist’s generous benefit plans, please visit our Benefits site. Depending on the position and division, this job may also be eligible for Truist’s defined benefit pension plan, restricted stock units, and/or a deferred compensation plan. As you advance through the hiring process, you will also learn more about the specific benefits available for any non‑temporary position for which you apply, based on full‑time or part‑time status, position, and division of work.

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