Data Scientist Lead, Vice President

JOB DESCRIPTION

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.

ABOUT US

Chase is a leading financial services firm, helping nearly half of America’s households and small businesses achieve their financial goals through a broad range of financial products. Our mission is to create engaged, lifelong relationships and put our customers at the heart of everything we do. We also help small businesses, nonprofits and cities grow, delivering solutions to solve all their financial needs. 

We offer a competitive total rewards package including base salary determined based on the role, experience, skill set and location. Those in eligible roles may receive commission-based pay and/or discretionary incentive compensation, paid in the form of cash and/or forfeitable equity, awarded in recognition of individual achievements and contributions.  We also offer a range of benefits and programs to meet employee needs, based on eligibility. These benefits include comprehensive health care coverage, on-site health and wellness centers, a retirement savings plan, backup childcare, tuition reimbursement, mental health support, financial coaching and more. Additional details about total compensation and benefits will be provided during the hiring process. 

We recognize that our people are our strength and the diverse talents they bring to our global workforce are directly linked to our success. We are an equal opportunity employer and place a high value on diversity and inclusion at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of any protected attribute, including race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, marital or veteran status, pregnancy or disability, or any other basis protected under applicable law. We also make reasonable accommodations for applicants’ and employees’ religious practices and beliefs, as well as mental health or physical disability needs. Visit our FAQs for more information about requesting an accommodation.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veterans

ABOUT THE TEAM
Our Consumer & Community Banking division serves our Chase customers through a range of financial services, including personal banking, credit cards, mortgages, auto financing, investment advice, small business loans and payment processing. We’re proud to lead the U.S. in credit card sales and deposit growth and have the most-used digital solutions – all while ranking first in customer satisfaction.
The CCB Data & Analytics team responsibly leverages data across Chase to build competitive advantages for the businesses while providing value and protection for customers. The team encompasses a variety of disciplines from data governance and strategy to reporting, data science and machine learning. We have a strong partnership with Technology, which provides cutting edge data and analytics infrastructure. The team powers Chase with insights to create the best customer and business outcomes.