Sr. Scientist, Analytic Science

FICO; United States; Remote; USD 140,000 - 220,000; Full time

Job summary

FICO is a leading analytics software company enabling smarter decisions for businesses worldwide. The Opportunity: oversee teams building analytic models and tools to develop regulatory compliant FICO Scores for the US market, handling data collection, normalization and processing.

You will apply advanced methods like neural nets, regression, trees, and SVMs to large real-world datasets, collaborating with stakeholders to translate insights into action and support client discussions.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Cognitive Science, Engineering, Physics, Statistics, Mathematics, Operations Research, or other Natural Science fields (Highly Preferred).
• Advanced proficiency using analytic techniques such as neural networks, logistic regression, non linear regression, random forests, decision trees, support vector machines, linear/non linear optimization (Highly Preferred).
• Deep level of expertise in predictive modeling and data mining, with demonstrated hands on related experience in a relevant industry.
• Experience working with U.S. Credit Bureau data (Highly Preferred).
• Extensive experience analyzing large data sets and applying data cleaning techniques along with performing statistical analyses leading to the understanding of the structure of data sets.
• Proven experience working with at least two of the following: Python, Java, R, SQL, MATLAB, SAS, C++ or C.
• Proven ability to collaborate cross functionally with various stakeholders and senior leadership, including experience presenting and articulating technical topics and analytics.

Responsibilities

• Oversee project teams building high-end analytic models and tools for relevant problems using statistical modeling techniques.
• Ensure the development of regulatory compliant FICO Scores to the US market.
• Work with large amounts of real-world data and ensure data quality throughout all stages of acquisition and processing.
• Research and select appropriate statistical methods and computational algorithms.
• Lead and manage critical projects across FICO Scores, working under time constraints and partnering with cross functional teams to translate complex models and analytics into clear insights.
• Serve as a trusted analytic partner, assisting with client meetings to provide support, investigate issues, and resolve problems.
• Leverage and apply advanced data mining methodology to drive in-depth model behavior analysis, guidance on model construction, and deliver key insights and direction for internal external stakeholders.

Skills

Neural networks

Logistic regression

Non linear regression

Random forests

Decision trees

SVM

Linear optimization

Non linear optimization

Predictive modeling

Data mining

Cross-functional collaboration

Client meetings

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science/Engineering/Mathematics or related field

Tools

Python

Java

R

SQL

MATLAB

SAS

C++ or C

Job description

FICO (NYSE: FICO) is a leading global analytics software company, helping businesses in 100+ countries make better decisions. Join our world-class team today and fulfil your career potential!

The Opportunity

The need for analytics is everywhere! Want to build something meaningful and have fun while doing it? We do too and have been using cutting edge technology to help build industry leading solutions for businesses and consumers in the credit risk space. If you are a problem solver and like the idea of solving tough problems with data and analytics in real world situations, you will thrive here at FICO! You will have the opportunity to work side by side with some of the brightest analytical and engineering minds in the industry who share a passion for innovation.

What You’ll Contribute

Oversee project teams building high-end analytic models and tools for relevant problems using statistical modeling techniques. Ensure the development of regulatory compliant FICO Scores to the US market. Work with large amounts of real-world data and ensure data quality throughout all stages of acquisition and processing, including data collection, normalization and transformation. Research and select appropriate statistical methods and computational algorithms. Lead and manage critical projects across FICO Scores, working under time constraints and partnering with cross functional teams to translate complex models and analytics into clear insights. Serve as a trusted analytic partner, assisting with client meetings to provide support, investigate issues, and resolve problems. Leverage and apply advanced data mining methodology to drive in-depth model behavior analysis, guidance on model construction, and deliver key insights and direction for internal external stakeholders.

What We’re Seeking

• Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Cognitive Science, Engineering, Physics, Statistics, Mathematics, Operations Research, or other Natural Science fields (Highly Preferred).
• Advanced proficiency using analytic techniques such as neural networks, logistic regression, non linear regression, random forests, decision trees, support vector machines, linear/non linear optimization (Highly Preferred).
• Deep level of expertise in predictive modeling and data mining, with demonstrated hands on related experience in a relevant industry.
• Experience working with U.S. Credit Bureau data (Highly Preferred).
• Extensive experience analyzing large data sets and applying data cleaning techniques along with performing statistical analyses leading to the understanding of the structure of data sets.
• Proven experience working with at least two of the following: Python, Java, R, SQL, MATLAB, SAS, C++ or C.
• Proven ability to collaborate cross functionally with various stakeholders and senior leadership, including experience presenting and articulating technical topics and analytics.

Our Offer to You

An inclusive culture strongly reflecting our core values: Act Like an Owner, Delight Our Customers, and Earn the Respect of Others. The opportunity to make an impact and develop professionally by leveraging your unique strengths and participating in valuable learning experiences. Highly competitive compensation, benefits and rewards programs that encourage you to bring your best every day and be recognised for doing so. An engaging, people first work environment offering work/life balance, employee resource groups, and social events to promote interaction and camaraderie.

The targeted base pay range for this role is: $140,000 to $220,000 with this range reflecting differences in candidate knowledge, skills and experience.

Why Make a Move to FICO?

At FICO, you can develop your career with a leading organisation in one of the fastest growing fields in technology today - Big Data analytics. You’ll play a part in our commitment to help businesses use data to improve every choice they make, using advances in artificial intelligence, machine learning, optimisation and much more. FICO makes a real difference in the way businesses operate worldwide:

• Credit Scoring - FICO® Scores are used by 90 of the top 100 US lenders.
• Fraud Detection and Security - 4 billion payment cards globally are protected by FICO fraud systems.
• Lending - 3/4 of US mortgages are approved using the FICO Score.

Global trends toward digital transformation have created tremendous demand for FICO’s solutions, placing us among the world’s top 100 software companies by revenue. We help many of the world’s largest banks, insurers, retailers, telecommunications providers and other firms reach a new level of success. Our success is dependent on really talented people - just like you - who thrive on the collaboration and innovation that’s nurtured by a diverse and inclusive environment. We’ll provide the support you need, while ensuring you have the freedom to develop your skills and grow your career. Join FICO and help change the way business thinks! Learn more about how you can fulfil your potential at www.fico.com/Careers

FICO promotes a culture of inclusion and seeks to attract a diverse set of candidates for each job opportunity. We are an equal employment opportunity employer and we’re proud to offer employment and advancement opportunities to all candidates without regard to race, colour, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, pregnancy, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or Veteran status. Research has shown that women and candidates from underrepresented communities may not apply for an opportunity if they don’t meet all stated qualifications. While our qualifications are clearly related to role success, each candidate’s profile is unique and strengths in certain skill and/or experience areas can be equally effective. If you believe you have many, but not necessarily all, of the stated qualifications we encourage you to apply. Information submitted with your application is subject to the FICO Privacy policy at https://www.fico.com/en/privacy-policy FICO powers decisions that help people and businesses around the world prosper.

FICO powers decisions that help people and businesses around the world prosper. Founded in 1956, FICO has been the trusted backbone of financial decisioning for more than seven decades. We empower businesses worldwide with applied intelligence and advanced analytics to transform complex data into fair, explainable and actionable decisions - enabling smarter outcomes, stronger customer relationships and sustainable growth. FICO clients include more than half of the top 100 banks in the world, more than 600 personal and commercial line insurers in North America and Europe, 400+ retailers and general merchandisers, all of the 100 largest US credit card issuers, and more. FICO is a global leader in analytics software, empowering businesses to make smarter, faster decisions through cutting edge data science, machine learning and AI. Creators of the iconic FICO® Score - the standard in credit decisioning - and recognised in both the Forrester Wave™ and Gartner® Magic Quadrant™ for its decision intelligence. FICO delivers a powerful platform built on Applied Intelligence, combining advanced analytics with explainable AI to drive transparency, reduce risk and enable hyper personalized customer experiences at scale. Trusted by organisations across financial services, insurance, payments and beyond, FICO turns data into decisions that matter.