Lead Data Scientist - Regulatory Reporting & Data Testing

Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority, Inc.; Winston-Salem (NC); On-site; USD 130,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Truist Financial Corporation in Winston-Salem, NC seeks a Lead Data Scientist for Regulatory Reporting & Data Testing to perform advanced analytics, including statistical modeling and ML, delivering actionable insights to reduce risk and guide strategy. You will mentor junior data scientists and drive cross-functional analytics initiatives.

The role is on-site five days a week, requiring strong programming (Python/R/SAS), domain expertise in banking/regulation, and a track record in data-driven

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a quantitative field such as Finance, Mathematics, Analytics, Data Science, Computer Science, or Engineering; six years of related experience.
• Demonstrate domain expertise in banking, financial services, fin-tech, quantitative risk management, or financial regulation; progression in roles of increasing responsibility.
• Proficient in statistics, programming, machine learning, model development, and data visualization; able to translate insights into business actions.

Responsibilities

• Perform sophisticated data analytics on structured and unstructured data to identify actionable insights.
• Own end-to-end data science solution design, delivery, and measurable business outcomes.
• Provide analytical consulting and build strong relationships with business partners.
• Co-design optimal data science solutions to solve complex problems and create business value.
• Lead analytics initiatives, mentor juniors, and coordinate with cross-functional teams.
• Adopt new analytical capabilities and advance home-grown solutions toward industry benchmarks.
• Promote risk management culture in design, development, and deployment of analytics.
• Mentor junior teammates to foster growth and inclusivity.
• Lead hiring, onboarding, and coaching of new teammates.

Skills

Statistics

Programming (Python/R/SAS)

Machine Learning

Data Visualization

Domain SME in banking/regulation

Leadership / mentoring

Project management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in quantitative field

Master’s degree or PhD (preferred)

Tools

Hadoop

Pig

Hive

NoSQL

Spark

Job description

# Lead Data Scientist - Regulatory Reporting & Data TestingTruistWinston-Salem, NCFull-TimeNov 07, 2026Information Technology## Job Description**The position is described below. If you want to apply, click the Apply Now button at the top or bottom of this page. After you click Apply Now and complete your application, you'll be invited to create a profile, which will let you see your application status and any communications. If you already have a profile with us, you can log in to check status.**Need Help?*If you have a disability and need assistance with the application, you can request a reasonable accommodation. Send an email to* *Accessibility* *(accommodation requests only; other inquiries won't receive a response).***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 outcomes and minimize risk and also provide consultation to business leaders and other stakeholders on how to leverage analytics insights and build strategies around analytics. Lead, guide and educate junior data scientists in the team to enable personal and professional growth as well as help in successful conclusion of various analytics initiatives across the team.This position will sit on-site 5 days a week. No remote option available. **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. 1. Perform sophisticated data analytics (encompassing data mining, inferential statistical analysis, and predictive analytics, for example) on structured and unstructured data. Identify actionable insights from various (or multiple) sources of data that measurably improve business outcomes or reduce business risk. 2. Take accountability and ownership of end-to-end data science solution design, technical delivery, and measurable business outcome. 3. Provide analytical consulting and thought leadership to various business areas and fosters strategic and positive relationship with business partners. 4. Co-design the optimal solutions to solve the complex business problems with advanced data science capabilities to create business value. 5. Manage engagement in various analytics initiatives across the team, lead junior teammates, and partner with cross-functional teams. 6. Act first to learn and adopt new analytical capabilities and keeps advancing home-grown solutions towards industry leading benchmark. 7. Exercise sound judgment and foster risk management culture throughout design, development, and deployment practices; partners with cross-functional teams to coordinate rules on data usage, data governance and analytics capabilities; help with overall risk management for the team. 8. Actively mentor and guide junior teammates in order to create an inclusive and energizing environment that empowers teammates to learn, grow and have meaningful careers. 9. Drive overall team standards and take a leading role in hiring, onboarding and continuously coaching new teammates.**QUALIFICATIONS Required Qualifications:** The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. 1. Bachelor’s degree in a quantitative field such as Finance, Mathematics, Analytics, Data Science, Computer Science, or Engineering, or equivalent education and related training 2. Six years of related experience 3. Demonstrate domain expertise (SME) in one or more areas relevant to banking, financial services, fin-tech, quantitative risk management, and/or financial regulation; this will be demonstrated by several years of career progression in roles of increasing responsibility 4. In-depth knowledge in practices, theories and methodologies associated with the professional discipline such as statistics, programming (such as Python, R, SAS, etc.), machine learning, model development, business information visualization, etc. 5. Working knowledge of Hadoop, Pig, Hive, and/or NoSQL, Spark 6. Experience in managing multiple projects with tight deadlines and/or leading teams **Preferred Qualifications:** 1. Master’s degree or PhD in a quantitative field such as Finance, Mathematics, Analytics, Data Science, Computer Science, or Engineering 2. Ten years of relevant work experience if candidate lacks graduate degree 3. Previous experience in the banking or fin-tech industry4. Regulatory Reporting (FFIEC 031, FR Y-9C, FR Y-14, FR 2052a)5. Data Lineage & Data Traceability To comply with the Virginia pay transparency statute and for work locations in Virginia only, the annual base salary for this position is $130,000-$140,000. **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.***Truist is an Equal Opportunity Employer that does not discriminate on the basis of race, gender, color, religion, citizenship or national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, veteran status, or other classification protected by law. Truist is a Drug Free Workplace.***