Lead Data Science Analyst

As a Lead Data Science Analyst at Discover Financial Services, you will play a crucial role in driving data-driven decision making and shaping the future of our company. We are looking for a highly skilled and experienced individual who is passionate about leveraging data to solve complex business problems and drive innovation. If you are a self-starter with strong analytical skills and a strategic mindset, we invite you to join our dynamic and diverse team. In this role, you will have the opportunity to lead a team of talented data scientists and work on cutting-edge projects that will have a direct impact on our business. Lead a team of data scientists to develop and implement advanced data analytics solutions that drive business growth and efficiency. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify business problems and design data science solutions that address specific needs. Develop and maintain a deep understanding of the company's data infrastructure, systems, and processes. Identify and implement data mining and machine learning techniques to extract insights from large and complex data sets. Mentor and train team members on data science techniques, tools, and best practices. Develop and maintain data science models and algorithms to support business decision making. Communicate complex data insights and findings to non-technical stakeholders in a clear and concise manner. Stay current on emerging trends and technologies in data science and apply them to improve business outcomes. Lead the development and deployment of data-driven tools and dashboards to provide real-time insights to business stakeholders. Collaborate with IT teams to ensure data integrity, security, and privacy are maintained throughout the data science process. Act as a subject matter expert on data science and provide guidance and strategic direction to senior leadership. Continuously identify opportunities to improve and optimize existing data science processes and procedures. Represent the data science team in meetings and presentations to discuss project updates, findings, and recommendations. Foster a culture of data-driven decision making and promote the use of data across the organization. Manage and prioritize multiple projects, ensuring timely and high-quality deliverables. Discover Financial Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics. Apply tot his job