Senior Analytics Lead - Predictive ML & Strategy (Remote)

DIRECTV; Denver (CO); Remote; USD 106,000 - 175,000; Full time

Job summary

DIRECTV is seeking a Sr. Specialist, Advanced Analytics, a seasoned expert in statistical modeling, machine learning, and predictive analytics who designs, builds, and deploys sophisticated models—customer lifetime value, churn, propensity, and advanced segmentation—to drive measurable business outcomes.

Remote opportunity nationwide (excluding Alaska) with leadership exposure. You’ll mentor junior analysts, establish model governance, and partner with data engineering to ensure scalable

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Statistics, Mathematics, Computer Science, Data Science, Economics, or a related quantitative field.
• 3–5 years of progressive experience in statistical modeling, predictive analytics, or data science with a track record of delivering complex analytical solutions.
• Advanced, demonstrated expertise in machine learning algorithms (e.g., gradient boosting, random forests, clustering, survival analysis).
• Expert-level proficiency in R and/or Python, with strong SQL skills; experience with cloud-based/enterprise analytics infrastructure preferred.
• Proven experience building and deploying customer lifetime value, churn, and segmentation models in production.
• Strong business acumen with the ability to translate analytical findings into strategic recommendations.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills for senior stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Lead the full analytical project lifecycle from problem framing to deployment and monitoring.
• Partner with business stakeholders to identify high-value analytical opportunities and align modeling approaches with objectives.
• Translate model outputs into clear, non-technical narratives for executive audiences.
• Proactively identify data quality issues, model drift, or risks and lead remediation.
• Independently design, develop, and deploy advanced predictive models with minimal oversight.
• Establish and maintain model governance, validation standards, and monitoring frameworks.

Skills

Statistical Modeling

Machine Learning

Data Science

R

Python

SQL

Model Deployment

Education

Statistics/Math/CS/Data Science/Economics

Master's degree or equivalent experience

Tools

Snowflake

Databricks

SQL

Job description

DIRECTV is seeking a Sr. Specialist, Advanced Analytics, a seasoned expert in statistical modeling, machine learning, and predictive analytics who designs, builds, and deploys sophisticated models—customer lifetime value, churn, propensity, and advanced segmentation—to drive measurable business outcomes.

Remote opportunity nationwide (excluding Alaska) with leadership exposure. You’ll mentor junior analysts, establish model governance, and partner with data engineering to ensure scalable