Lead Data Scientist — ML & Insights Architect

Nelnet; Warwick (RI); Hybrid; USD 63,000 - 127,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

401K

Job summary

Nelnet Business Services (NBS) is seeking a Senior Data Scientist to lead the development and deployment of machine learning models, work with large datasets, and mentor junior analysts. The role requires a PhD in a quantitative or programming discipline, plus 2 years of data analysis and 1 year of programming experience.

Strong SQL/Python and cloud experience are essential, with a hybrid work option within the United States.

Qualifications

• PhD in a quantitative field or programming discipline is required.
• 2 years of data analysis experience.
• 1 year of programming experience.
• Experience with large, complex data sets and common data science tools.
• Experience designing, deploying, and validating ML models in a business context.

Responsibilities

• Lead development and implementation of machine learning models to solve complex business problems.
• Mentor junior Data Scientists and collaborate with cross-functional teams.
• Build and deploy models using SQL, Python, and cloud services (AWS/Azure).
• Create rich dashboards and visualizations (PowerBI) and present findings to leadership.
• Continuously improve data processing, automation, and model performance.

Skills

SQL

Python

Data analysis

Machine learning

Communication

Education

PhD in Quantitative or Programming

Tools

AWS

Azure

Snowflake

PowerBI

Salesforce

Job description

Nelnet Business Services (NBS) is seeking a Senior Data Scientist to lead the development and deployment of machine learning models, work with large datasets, and mentor junior analysts. The role requires a PhD in a quantitative or programming discipline, plus 2 years of data analysis and 1 year of programming experience.

Strong SQL/Python and cloud experience are essential, with a hybrid work option within the United States.