Staff Data Scientist

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Bel, LA
189K-318K Annually
Expert/Leader
eCommerce • Fintech • Information Technology • Payments • Software
We are the leader in financial technology and services for financial institutions and businesses of all sizes, globally.
The Role
The Staff Data Scientist will own all aspects of data science within products, design and build machine learning models, develop data pipelines, and provide insights for stakeholders. This role involves mentoring junior scientists and staying updated on industry trends. Excellent communication skills and a PhD in a quantitative field are required.
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Job Description

Responsibilities

  • Demonstrate ownership across all data science aspects of products, ranging from data streams to machine learning, from observability to product strategy

  • Architect and help build state-of-the-art, robust, efficient, and observable statistical and machine learning models

  • Develop large-scale data pipelines using off-the-shelf data tools to optimize quality and performance

  • Create frameworks to identify trends, anomalies, and opportunities, providing actionable insights for product, engineering, and operations teams

  • Collaborate with business stakeholders to understand their needs and translate them into data-driven solutions

  • Clearly communicate findings and insights to cross-functional stakeholders, and drive roadmap

  • Stay current with the latest trends and technologies in data science, machine learning and artificial intelligence, and communicate internally

  • Help junior scientists grow via technical leadership and mentorship

Requirements

  • PhD in Statistics, Computer Science, Math, Physics, Economics, Data Science, Engineering, or a similar quantitative field

  • 8+ years of experience in a data science role or similar 

  • Proven experience applying machine learning and statistical modeling techniques to a range of real-world problems

  • Strong programming skills in Python, SQL, with familiarity in coding concepts and version control via git

  • Expertise in traditional machine learning and neural network (Keras, TensorFlow, PyTorch) frameworks

  • Proven experience leading and mentoring junior data scientists, and establishing a high bar for technical excellence

  • Excellent communication and cross-functional collaboration skills, thriving in fast-paced environments

  • Proficiency with feature stores, machine learning model governance, model monitoring, A/B testing, and champion/challenger setups

  • Experience with real-time data processing (Kafka, Flink, Azure Stream, Spark), and cloud-based technologies (AWS, Azure, GCP)

Preferred Qualifications

  • Published state-of-the-art research in recognized journals and conference talks 

  • Familiarity with payment networks, banking systems, and fintech software

What We Offer

At FIS, we hire the best. In return, you’ll receive:

  • Opportunities to innovate in fintech

  • Tools for personal and professional growth

  • An inclusive and diverse work environment

  • Resources to invest in your community

  • Competitive salary and benefits

FIS is committed to providing its employees with an exciting career opportunity and competitive compensation. The pay range for this full-time position is $189,100.00 - $317,690.00 and reflects the minimum and maximum target for new hire salaries for this position based on the posted role, level, and location. Within the range, actual individual starting pay is determined additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. Any changes in work location will also impact actual individual starting pay. Please consult with your recruiter about the specific salary range for your preferred location during the hiring process.

Privacy Statement

FIS is committed to protecting the privacy and security of all personal information that we process in order to provide services to our clients. For specific information on how FIS protects personal information online, please see the Online Privacy Notice.

EEOC Statement

FIS is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, genetic information, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other protected characteristics. The EEO is the Law poster is available here supplement document available here


For positions located in the US, the following conditions apply. If you are made a conditional offer of employment, you will be required to undergo a drug test. ADA Disclaimer: In developing this job description care was taken to include all competencies needed to successfully perform in this position. However, for Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) purposes, the essential functions of the job may or may not have been described for purposes of ADA reasonable accommodation. All reasonable accommodation requests will be reviewed and evaluated on a case-by-case basis.

Sourcing Model

Recruitment at FIS works primarily on a direct sourcing model; a relatively small portion of our hiring is through recruitment agencies. FIS does not accept resumes from recruitment agencies which are not on the preferred supplier list and is not responsible for any related fees for resumes submitted to job postings, our employees, or any other part of our company.

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Top Skills

Python
SQL
The Company
HQ: Jacksonville, FL
57,000 Employees
Hybrid Workplace
Year Founded: 1968

What We Do

FIS is a leading provider of technology solutions for financial institutions and businesses of all sizes and across any industry, globally. We enable the movement of commerce by unlocking the financial technology that powers the world’s economy. Our employees are dedicated to advancing the way the world pays, banks and invests through our trusted innovation, proven performance and flexible architecture. We help our clients use technology in innovative ways to solve business-critical challenges and deliver superior experiences for their customers. Headquartered in Jacksonville, Florida, FIS ranks #241 on the 2021 Fortune 500 and is a member of Standard & Poor’s 500® Index. To learn more, visit www.fisglobal.com. Follow FIS on Facebook, LinkedIn and Twitter (@FISGlobal).

Why Work With Us

The world of fintech is changing fast. Our core values and behaviors give us the power to have a positive
impact on the world we share. We work together, connecting to achieve outcomes with speed. We are inclusive and embrace our diverse strengths. We make things happen and celebrate together

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