Senior Data Scientist (Internal Audit Product Engineering)

Navy Federal Credit Union; Vienna (VA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Navy Federal Credit Union is seeking an experienced data analytics professional to empower Internal Audit with analytics, AI-enabled automation, and data-driven insights. You will develop data products, pipelines, and dashboards to support audit coverage and decision making, collaborating with auditors, technology teams, and business stakeholders.

Qualifications include 3–5 years in exploratory data analysis, strong statistics, and proficiency in SQL, Python, and R.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of experience in exploratory data analysis.
• Strong understanding of statistics and data modeling.
• Proficiency in programming with SQL, Python, and R.
• Experience with big data tools and cloud platforms (AWS, Hadoop).
• Ability to communicate findings clearly and write technical documents.
• Knowledge of data governance and ethical AI practices.
• Bachelor's degree in quantitative field required.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain data products, pipelines, dashboards, and automation for Audit analytics.
• Design AI and workflow automation solutions to improve audit efficiency.
• Collaborate with auditors and technology teams to translate requirements into scalable solutions.
• Support automated control testing, population analytics, and continuous monitoring.
• Analyze data trends and provide actionable insights.
• Ensure data governance, quality, and responsible AI practices.
• Transform data into visuals and reports for decision makers.
• Lead small projects and communicate findings to stakeholders.

Skills

Exploratory data analysis

Statistics

Programming

Data modeling

SQL

Python

R

Hadoop

SAS

SPSS

Scala

AWS

Model lifecycle

Technical writing

Data storytelling

Communication

Critical thinking

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Data Science, Statistics, Mathematics, Computer Science, Engineering

Tools

Alteryx

Databricks

Azure Data Lake

Power Automate

Power Apps

Azure AI Foundry

Python (Pandas/NumPy/ PySpark/Scikit-learn)

Power BI

Virtual Machines

Docker

Kubernetes

Job description

Overview

Navy Federal Credit Union currently does not provide sponsorship for this role. Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States without the need for current or future sponsorship.

Navy Federal's Internal Audit team is in the midst of an exciting transformational journey to become a best-in-class Audit function! It is our vision to be a preferred advisor to the business by building and cultivating trust through the consistent execution of high-quality and risk-focused audit and advisory work. We’re focused on implementing efficient processes, maximizing our use of technology, integrating data analytics into everything we do, and investing in our biggest asset, our people. If this sounds like the type of team you’d like to be a part of, then we want to learn more about you! Provide data-driven insights and technology-enabled capabilities that support Internal Audit's strategic objectives and decision-making. Understand Internal Audit’s business needs and identify opportunities to improve audit coverage, operational efficiency, and risk insights through analytics, automation, and AI. Design, develop, and maintain audit-focused data products, workflow automation, and AI-enabled capabilities that support assurance and advisory activities across the audit lifecycle. Contribute to product strategy, solution delivery, testing, deployment, and continuous improvement initiatives while promoting strong data governance, data quality, and responsible AI practices.

Responsibilities

• Develop, maintain, and enhance data products, data pipelines, analytical models, dashboards, and automation solutions to support Internal Audit analytics and decision-making
• Design, build, and enhance agentic AI and workflow automation solutions using AI technologies to drive efficiencies in audit processes
• Partner with auditors, business stakeholders, and technology teams to understand requirements and translate business challenges into scalable analytical solutions
• Support automated control testing, population-based analytics, continuous monitoring, and audit automation initiatives
• Use modeling and trend analysis to analyze data and provide insights
• Develop understanding of best practices and ethical AI
• Transform data into charts, tables, or format that aids effective decision making
• Build working relationships with team members and subject matter experts
• Lead small projects and initiatives
• Utilize effective written and verbal communication to document and present findings of analyses to a diverse audience of stakeholders

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of experience in exploratory data analysis
• Basic understanding of business and operating environment
• Statistics
• Programming, data modeling, simulation, and advanced mathematics
• SQL, R, Python, Hadoop, SAS, SPSS, Scala, AWS
• Model lifecycle execution
• Technical writing
• Data storytelling and technical presentation skills
• Research Skills
• Interpersonal Skills
• Working knowledge of procedures, instructions, and validation techniques
• Model Development
• Communication
• Critical Thinking
• Collaborate and Build Relationships
• Initiative with sound judgement
• Technical (Big Data Analysis, Coding, Project Management, Technical Writing, etc.)
• Sound Judgment
• Problem Solving (Responds as problems and issues are identified)
• Bachelor's Degree in Data Science, Statistics, Mathematics, Computer Science, Engineering, or degrees in similar quantitative fields

Desired Qualifications

• Master's/PhD Degree in Data Science, Statistics, Mathematics, Computer Science, or Engineering
• Experience with Alteryx, Databricks, Azure Data Lake, Microsoft Copilot Studio, Power Automate, Power Apps and Azure AI Foundry
• Experience using Python and related data science libraries such as Pandas, NumPy, PySpark, Scikit-learn, or similar frameworks for data analysis, automation, and model development
• Experience building dashboards and reporting solutions using Power BI or similar visualization tools
• Experience managing the end-to-end product and solution lifecycle, including requirements gathering, solution design, testing, user acceptance testing (UAT), deployment, and ongoing support
• Knowledge of data governance, data quality controls, data lineage, and data management best practices
• Experience working within audit, risk management, compliance or financial services
• Experience working in Agile product development environments and collaborating with cross-functional teams
• Demonstrated curiosity, innovation mindset, and ability to identify opportunities to automate manual processes

Hours

• Monday - Friday, 8:00AM - 4:30PM

Location

• 820 Follin Lane, Vienna, VA 22180
• 5510 Heritage Oaks Drive, Pensacola, FL 32526
• 141 Security Drive, Winchester, VA 22602

About Us

Navy Federal provides much more than a job. We provide a meaningful career experience, including a culture that is energized, engaged and committed; and fierce appreciation for our teams, who are rewarded with highly competitive pay and generous benefits and perks.

Our approach to careers is simple yet powerful: Make our mission your passion.

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Disclaimers: Navy Federal reserves the right to fill this role at a higher/lower grade level based on business need. An assessment may be required to compete for this position. Job postings are subject to close early or extend out longer than the anticipated closing date at the hiring team’s discretion based on qualified applicant volume. Navy Federal Credit Union assesses market data to establish salary ranges that enable us to remain competitive. You are paid within the salary range, based on your experience, location and market position. For additional details regarding compensation and benefits, review the Benefits page of the Navy Federal Career Site.

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