Manager, Data Science

Rocket Companies; Detroit (MI); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Rocket is a Detroit-based company delivering digital solutions for complex transactions. We’re seeking a Manager, Data Science to lead a team of data scientists and partner with senior leaders to evolve our data practices, strategy, and impact.

You will mentor the team, drive high-impact initiatives, and help translate business challenges into data-driven solutions while growing great people within the organization.

Qualifications

• 3 years of experience in a related field.
• 2 years of experience in management and administration.
• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, statistics or a related field.
• Proficiency in Python.
• Proficiency in SQL and NoSQL databases.
• Knowledge of Statistics, NLP, and machine learning.

Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor a team of data scientists on performance, growth, production, and day-to-day responsibilities.
• Partner across business and technology organizations to align on priorities, influence strategy, and execute against a shared vision.
• Query, analyze, and summarize large and complex datasets to drive business strategy and decision-making.
• Apply statistical analysis, machine learning, and predictive modeling techniques to solve business problems.
• Support the development and scaling of internal and user-facing data products.
• Work with team members and stakeholders to translate business processes and challenges into tractable data science problems.
• Monitor the performance of implemented solutions and conduct recurring evaluations to identify opportunities for improvement.
• Generate simulations, experiments, and what-if analyses to support strategic decision-making.
• Pull and create reports necessary to support the team and senior leadership in tracking strategic goals and outcomes.
• Communicate effectively with both technical and non-technical audiences, translating complex concepts into actionable insights.
• Help shape and evolve best practices, standards, and processes across the Data Science organization.
• Communicate and embody the culture and mission of the company.

Skills

Python

SQL

NLP

Statistics

Machine Learning

Leadership

Communication

MS Office

NoSQL

Education

Bachelor's degree in CS or Statistics

Tools

Microsoft Office

ElasticSearch

Job description

As the Manager, Data Science, you’ll lead a team of data scientists as they apply data science to solve complex business problems. You’ll play a key role in shaping the direction of the Data Science organization by partnering with other leaders across the company and working alongside the Vice President of Data Science to evolve our practices, strategy, and impact.

In this role, you’ll work across business and technology teams to align on a vision, influence priorities, and execute against high-impact initiatives. Just as importantly, you’ll help grow great people — creating an environment where team members can learn, develop, and do great work.

About the role

• Lead and mentor a team of data scientists on performance, growth, production, and day-to-day responsibilities

• Partner across business and technology organizations to align on priorities, influence strategy, and execute against a shared vision

• Query, analyze, and summarize large and complex datasets to drive business strategy and decision-making

• Apply statistical analysis, machine learning, and predictive modeling techniques to solve business problems

• Support the development and scaling of internal and user-facing data products

• Work with team members and stakeholders to translate business processes and challenges tractable data science problems

• Monitor the performance of implemented solutions and conduct recurring evaluations to identify opportunities for improvement

• Generate simulations, experiments, and what-if analyses to support strategic decision-making

• Pull and create reports necessary to support the team and senior leadership in tracking strategic goals and outcomes

• Communicate effectively with both technical and non-technical audiences, translating complex concepts into actionable insights

• Help shape and evolve best practices, standards, and processes across the Data Science organization

• Communicate and embody the culture and mission of the company

About you

• 3 years of experience in a related field

• 2 years of experience in management and administration

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, statistics or a related field

• Proficiency in the Microsoft Office suite

• Proficiency in Python

• Proficiency in SQL, noSQL and ElasticSearch

• Knowledge of Statistics, Natural Language Processing (NLP), and machine learning

What you’ll get

Our team members fuel our strategy, innovation and growth, so we ensure the health and well-being of not just you, but your family, too! We go above and beyond to give you the support you need on an individual level and offer all sorts of ways to help you live your best life. We are proud to offer eligible team members perks and health benefits that will help you have peace of mind. Simply put: We’ve got your back. Check out our full list of Benefits and Perks.

About us

Rocket is a Detroit-based company made up of businesses that provide simple, fast and trusted digital solutions for complex transactions. The name comes from our flagship business, now known as Rocket Mortgage®, which was founded in 1985. Today, we’re a publicly traded company involved in many different industries, including mortgages, fintech, real estate and more. We’re insistently different in how we look at the world and are committed to an inclusive workplace where every voice is heard.

This job description is an outline of the primary responsibilities of this position and may be modified at the discretion of the company at any time. Decisions related to employment are not based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, military or veteran status or any other characteristic protected by state or federal law. The company provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities in accordance with applicable state and federal laws. Applicants requiring reasonable accommodations in completing the application and/or participating in the application process should contact a member of the Human Resources team, at [e-mail].