Senior Staff Data Scientist, Risk Analytics Models

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The role:

SoFi’s Senior Staff Data Scientist, Risk Analytics Models (2LOD) is a senior position within SoFi’s growing second line of defense organization. This role will work closely with the Director, Head of Risk Analytics Models, and develop predictive models and perform monitoring supporting data-driven decision-making within our second line of defense. The Senior Staff Data Scientist will play a key role in developing loss forecasting and CECL models across various SoFi products including but not limited to Personal Loans, Student Loans and Credit Cards. The Senior Staff Data Scientist will contribute to the performance analysis of SoFi products using empirical measurements, develop quantitative and machine learning models to forecast losses and provide insights on the drivers for losses. She/He will also collaborate with the Business Unit, Finance, Accounting, Credit & Fraud Risk groups. The Senior Staff Data Scientist may lead/mentor junior data scientists in projects to develop and deploy complex modeling solutions from initial concepts to final deliverables.

This position requires extensive knowledge of data analytics and modeling using Python and machine learning/analytical packages as well as strong problem solving and communication skills. The ideal candidate should have hands-on knowledge on common loss forecasting methodologies (e.g. econometrics modeling, survival modeling, state transition, Markov Chain etc.) and excellent knowledge of data science, statistical methodologies and machine learning models (e.g. linear regression, logistic regression, decision trees, gradient boosting, random forests, neural network, clustering analysis etc.).

By joining SoFi, you'll become part of a forward-thinking company that is transforming financial services for the better. We offer the excitement of a rapidly growing startup with the stability of an industry leading leadership team.

What you’ll do:

The Senior Staff Data Scientist will help SoFi develop better data driven model solutions by:

• Developing quantitative/machine learning models to forecast product losses
• Aggregating and synthesizing datasets from multiple data environments
• Analyzing complex datasets to understand the performance and drivers for losses across various products
• Investigating external credit data to identify trends in the market and industry
• Conducting loss sensitivity analysis
• Automating models and analytical dashboards
• Monitoring the models’ performance and re-calibrating the models as needed
• May lead/mentor junior data scientists to develop and deploy complex modeling solutions from initial concepts to final deliverables
• Working with Business Units, Operations, Product, Capital Markets, Finance, Accounting and Risk partners to ensure correct loss expectations and trend of losses are communicated effectively and executed appropriately
  
  
  

What you’ll need:

• 8+ years of loss forecasting experience with a Master’s or PhD degree in Statistics, Mathematics, Economics, Engineering, Computer Science, or a quantitative field.
• Deep understanding and extensive experience in developing and deploying modeling solutions from initial concepts to final deliverables.
• Excellent knowledge of data science, statistical methodologies and machine learning models, e.g. linear regression, logistic regression, decision trees, gradient boosting, random forests, neural network, clustering analysis etc.
• Hands-on knowledge on common loss forecasting methodologies, e.g. econometrics modeling, discrete survival modeling, state transition, Markov Chain etc.
• Strong presentation skills: able to use data to tell a clear and compelling story; comfortable with public speaking across various forums, including regulatory examinations, and able to effectively and logically communicate when information is being challenged in an open forum.
• Ability and confidence to exercise influence over a wide range of individuals at different levels of technical and business leadership.
• Someone who is highly motivated and drives change, is eager to learn and able to work collaboratively in a complex and fluid environment
• Proficient in Python, SQL & Tableau
  
  
  

Nice to have:

• Familiarity working with bureau sandbox data a plus
• Experience with generating credit reporting dashboard a plus
• Experience with developing and productionizing models in the AWS environment a plus
  
  
  

Compensation And Benefits

The base pay range for this role is listed below. Final base pay offer will be determined based on individual factors such as the candidate’s experience, skills, and location.

To view all of our comprehensive and competitive benefits, visit our Benefits at SoFi page!

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