Data Scientist Lead, Vice President

Join a powerhouse team at the forefront of Home Lending Data & Analytics, where we partner with Product, Marketing, and Sales to solve the most urgent and complex business challenges. Our team thrives in a fast-paced, matrixed environment, driving transformative impact through bold analytics and innovative data science solutions. We are relentless in our pursuit of actionable insights, seamlessly engaging with stakeholders and redefining what’s possible through strategic collaboration and visionary problem solving. If you’re ready to shape the future of home lending with breakthrough ideas and data-driven leadership, this is the team for you. 

We are seeking a senior Data Scientist Lead to join our Home Lending Data & Analytics team, supporting Originations Product Team. This strategic role requires a visionary leader with a consulting background who excels at translating complex data into actionable business insights. The ideal candidate will be a recognized thought leader, demonstrating exceptional critical thinking and problem-solving skills, and a proven ability to craft and deliver compelling data-driven stories that influence decision-making at all levels. Success in this role requires not only technical expertise, but also the ability to inspire others, drive innovation, and communicate insights in a way that resonates with both technical and non-technical audiences.

Key Responsibilities:

• Identify, quantify, and solve obstacles to business goals using advanced business analysis and data science skillsets.
• Recognize and communicate meaningful trends and patterns in data, delivering clear, compelling narratives to drive business decisions.
• Serve as a data expert and consultant to the predictive modeling team, identifying and validating data sources.
• Advise business and technology partners on data-driven opportunities to increase efficiency and improve customer experience.
• Proactively interface with, and gather information from, other areas of the business (Operations, Technology, Finance, Marketing).
• Extract and analyze data from various sources and technologies using complex SQL queries.
• Summarize discoveries with solid data support and quick turnaround, tailoring messages for technical and non-technical audiences.
• Influence upward and downward—mentor junior team members and interface with business leaders to drive strategic initiatives.
• Foster a culture of innovation, attention to detail, and results within the team.

Qualifications:

• 6 years of experience in business strategy, analytics, or data science.
• 2 years of experience in business management consulting.
• Strong experience with SQL (query/procedure writing).
• Proficiency in at least one versatile, cross-technology tool/language: Python, SAS, R, or Alteryx.
• Demonstrated ability to craft compelling stories from data and present insights that influence decision-making.
• Clear and succinct written and verbal communication skills, able to frame and present messages for different audiences.
• Critical and analytical thinking, with the ability to maintain detail focus and retain big picture perspective.
• Strong Microsoft Excel skills.
• Ability to work independently, manage shifting priorities and projects, and thrive in a fast-paced, competitive environment.
• Excellent interpersonal skills to work effectively with a variety of individuals, departments, and organizations.
• Experience mentoring or leading teams is highly desirable.

Preferred Background:

• Experience in Mortgage Banking or Financial Services industry preferred.
• Previous experience in consulting, with exposure to a variety of industries and business challenges.
• Track record of successful stakeholder engagement and change management.
• Recognized as a thought leader, with experience driving strategic initiatives and innovation.