Data Scientist Primary Location: Manhattan, New York V-Soft Consulting is currently hiring for a Data Scientist for our premier client in Manhattan, New York. Education and Experience
- Masters degree or higher in statistics, computer science, mathematics, economics, engineering, or other technical field.
- 3+ years in a similar role in statistical model risk management.
- 3-5 years in Finance/Insurance.
- Experience in statistical modeling techniques such as linear regression, logistic regression, survival analysis, GLM, GBM, neural nets, feature engineering and selection, and validation.
- Experience with comparing methodologies.
- Strong proficiency in programming using Python, R, and SQL.
- Experience with statistical modeling using large and complex datasets.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
- Strong verbal and written communication skills, listening and teamwork skills.
- Strong modeling/model validation experience. Predictive, ML, AI models are preferred.
- Should have a range of experience when it comes to modeling. If a candidate only has experience with one type of financial model, they probably will not get picked up on.
- Needs to be very strong in Python.
- Strong communication and written skills.
WHAT YOU'LL DO: Job Responsibilities:
- Methodology review and leadership: Reviews model designs, statistical methodology and features. Explores methodology options, stays up-to-date on statistical/ML/AI methods research.
- Model validation: Performs independent validations of data and models prior to implementation. Validates model performance and business impact post-implementation.
- Builds challenger models as needed to compare with models being validated.
- Writes model validation reports summarizing findings from validations.
- Model inventory and maintenance: Maintains inventory of all statistical models running in production, with input data, use cases, benefits and risks (data, technical, privacy, regulatory, brand)
- Actively collaborates with the corporate model risk management team (financial, actuarial, etc. models).
Interested? Qualified candidates should send their resumes to ...@vsoftconsulting.com V-Soft Consulting Group is recognized among the top 100 fastest growing staffing companies in North America, V-Soft Consulting Group is headquartered in Louisville, KY with strategic locations in India, Canada and the U.S. V-Soft is known as an agile, innovative technology services company holding several awards and distinctions and has a wide variety of partnerships across diverse technology stacks. As a valued V-Soft Consultant, you're eligible for full benefits (Medical, Dental, Vision), a 401(k) plan, competitive compensation and more. V-Soft is partnered with numerous Fortune 500 companies, exceptionally positioned to advance your career growth. V-Soft Consulting provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. For more information or to view all our open jobs, please visit www.vsoftconsulting.com or call (844) ###-####. #LI-MA3