What’s Under the Hood
DriveTime Family of Brands includes in-house financing and servicing through Bridgecrest, which is one of the country’s leading financial servicing providers. Bridgecrest services roughly $25+ billion in finance receivables for DriveTime and other third parties. We service auto loans across a wide credit spectrum with the intent of creating a strong path to vehicle ownership for our customers.
That’s Nice, But What’s the Job?
This is not a position for which sponsorship will be provided. Individuals with temporary visas or who need sponsorship now or in the future are not eligible for hire at this time.
We are looking for a motivated Data Scientist. In this role, you’ll help build the foundational quantitative strategy that drives our marketing decisions. You won’t just be building models in a silo—you’ll be deeply embedded within the Marketing team, partnering closely with stakeholders to influence real business outcomes. What makes Data Science at DriveTime different is the level of impact and visibility. Our models directly influence day-to-day decisions across the business.
In long, the Data Scientist is responsible for:
Working with business partners to define objectives and build appropriate solutions
Partnering with business customers to manage data for modeling
Partnering with Machine Learning Engineers in development and implementation of models
Presenting results of analysis to leaders and colleagues
So what are we looking for?
- Killer analytics and reporting abilities. You’ll need the capability to analyze data and in return, prepare timely reports on your findings.
- A mind for the details. Okay, we know “detail-oriented” is on about every job description – but we really mean it!
- Fantastic problem solver. Your job is not only to find the problem, but more importantly, find the solution.
- Agile in a fast-paced environment. We move, and we move quickly. Thriving in an environment that never stops, is a must.
- Intellectual curiosity. Why? What? How? Do you find yourself always wanting to learn more and broaden your knowledge base? If so, this could be the role for you!
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills. The ability to talk and write with confidence, charisma and competence for a wide variety of audiences including management.
What do you need?
Bachelors or master’s student with a graduation date between December 2025 – May 2026
Pursuing a degree in Data Science, Statistics, Mathematics, Physics, or related quantitative disciplines.
Able to read and write in Python
Working knowledge in SQL, Tableau and Excel
An understanding of the Data Science Life Cycle
Hybrid work schedule in Tempe, Arizona
Relocation not provided
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So What About the Perks? Perks matter
We take a hybrid work approach, finding balance between the benefits of in-person and work-from-home environments. This position has an on-site expectation of a minimum of three days a week.
Medical, dental, and vision, oh my! DriveTime Family of Brands covers a sizable amount of insurance premiums to ensure our employees receive top-tier healthcare coverage.
But Wait, There’s More. 401(K), Company paid life insurance policy, short and long-term disability coverage to name a few.
Growth Opportunities. You grow, I grow, we all grow! But seriously, DriveTime Family of Brands is committed to providing its employees with every opportunity to grow professionally with roughly over 1,000 employees promoted year over year.
Tuition Reimbursement. We’re as passionate about your professional development as you are. With that, we’ll put our money where our mouth is.
Wellness Program. Health is wealth! This program includes self-guided coaching and journeys, cash incentives and discounts on your medical premiums through engaging in fun activities!
Gratitude is Green. We offer competitive pay across the organization, because, well… money matters!
- Paid Time Off. Not just lip service: we work hard, to play hard! Paid time off includes (for all full-time roles) wellness days, holidays, and good ole' fashioned YOU time! For our Part-timers, don't fear you get some time too...vacation time is available - the more you work, the more you earn!
Anything Else? Absolutely.
DriveTime Family of Brands is Great Place to Work Certified! And get this: 90% of our rockstar employees say they feel right at home here. We could spend a lot of time having you read about ALL our awards, but we’ll save time (and practice some humility) just naming a few others; Comparably Awards: Best Company for Diversity, Best Company Culture and Best Company Leadership, oh and don’t forget Phoenix Business Journal Healthiest Employers (okay, we’ll stop there)!
Hiring is contingent upon successful completion of our background and drug screening process. DriveTime is a drug-free, tobacco-free workplace and an Equal Opportunity Employer.
And when it comes to hiring, we don't just look for the right person for the job, we seek out the right person for DriveTime. Buckle up for plenty of opportunities to grow in a professional, fun, and high-energy environment!
Skills Required
- Bachelor's or Master's in Statistics, Physics, Mathematics, Economics, Business Analytics, or Actuarial/Risk Analysis
- Experience working with SQL, Excel, and Sigma
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Intellectual curiosity
DriveTime Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about DriveTime and has not been reviewed or approved by DriveTime.
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Healthcare Strength — Medical coverage offers multiple plan options, 24/7 telehealth access, and company‑paid life insurance, with wellness resources integrated into the offering. Affordability and access features are emphasized, reinforcing the overall strength of the healthcare package.
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Retirement Support — A 401(k) program includes an employer match under a safe‑harbor style structure. The design provides a straightforward path for retirement savings as part of total rewards.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Paid time off is available to full‑time employees and grows with tenure, alongside paid parental leave. Time‑off policies are positioned as a core element of the package rather than a minimal add‑on.
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What We Do
Headquartered in Tempe, Arizona, DriveTime is the largest privately owned used car sales and finance company in the country. With more than 125 dealerships, 3 operations centers and 15 inspection centers across the nation, our 4,000+ employees are focused on getting the right customer in the right car, at the right terms.
