Experian is hiring a Senior Data Scientist

Experian is looking for a Senior Data Scientist to join the Analytics Services team. You will develop analytical solutions and product prototypes using predictive modeling, coding expertise, and Generative AI experience. Your role will involve applying analytic consulting skills to lead client and internal engagements for Experian's new global product launches and early client success efforts.

What You'll Do

• Create advanced machine learning analytical solutions and prototypes to extract insights from diverse structured and unstructured data sources.
• Collaborate with Engineering, Research, and Data Science teams in the design of Machine Learning, Dashboarding, Ad Hoc Analysis and AI applications.
• Articulate model processes and outcomes, documenting and presenting findings and performance metrics, and translating complex findings into relevant insights.
• Partner with Leaders, Analytic Consultants, Engineers, Account Executives, Product Managers, and external partners to bring new solutions to market.
• Use Gen AI and model development tools to develop new models.
• Research and integrate new data assets from different sources into Experian's ML and AI platform.
• Develop and assess analytic tools developed internally and externally.
• Gather feedback from internal and external clients to guide new product development, feature prioritization, and product evolution of tools and capabilities supported by the Ascend Platform.
• Dissect and document vast datasets, analyzing them to highlight patterns and insights.
• Solve complex challenges by developing impactful algorithms.
• Gather input from colleagues and management to address issues within project team.
• Lead and advocate efforts to improve client's analytical solution, data quality, model fit, and project timeline.
• Work with the product management team to provide expert advise and define the go-to-market strategy for new products and services.
• Participate in the greater analytical community through conference presentation and white paper.

What We're Looking For

• Advanced degree in Machine Learning, Data Science, AI, Computer Science, or a related quantitative field.
• 3+ years of experience in AI, data science, or predictive modeling, with a track record for managing complex, hands-on analytical technology projects.
• Statistical modeling proficiency in at least one programming language, with coding skills in Python, and familiarity with coding best practices.
• Experience with large data analysis using Spark (pySpark preferred).
• Experience with LLMs and the relevant tools in the Generative AI domain.
• Experience with ML algorithms (e.g., XGBoost, GANs, clustering, graph algorithms, hyperparameter tuning).
• Experience with open-source tools for deep learning and machine learning technology such as pytorch, Keras, tensorflow, scikit-learn, pandas.
• Experience applying Generative AI-based tools.
• Experience with Hadoop and NoSQL related technologies such as Map Reduce, Hive, HBase, mongoDB, and Cassandra.
• Experience modifying and applying advanced algorithms to address practical problems.
• Fluent English – written and spoken.

Technical Stack

• Languages & Frameworks: Python, scikit-learn, pandas
• Big Data & Compute: Spark, pySpark, Hadoop, Map Reduce
• Databases: Hive, HBase, mongoDB, Cassandra
• AI/ML Libraries: pytorch, Keras, tensorflow
• Specialized Models: LLMs, XGBoost, GANs
• Cloud: AWS

Team & Environment

You'll join a team of 22,500 people across 32 countries as part of Experian Software Solution's Analytics Services Team, reporting to the Director of Data Science and Gen AI.

Benefits & Compensation

• Personal Development - career pathway for professional growth supported by learning and development programs and unlimited access to online educational training courses, learning materials and books.
• Social benefit package including life insurance, food vouchers, additional health insurance, monthly flex allowance and internet coverage, corporate discounts, marriage and childbirth / adoption allowance, Multisport card, Sharesave plan, Employee assistance program, а birthday gift and many other benefits.
• Work-life balance - 25 days paid vacation, 1 additional day off for your birthday and extra 3 paid days for participation in Social responsibility event.
• Opportunity for Flexible working hours and Home Office.

Work Mode

This role operates on a hybrid schedule.

Experian is an Equal opportunity employer. Everyone can succeed at Experian and bring their whole self to work, irrespective of their gender, ethnicity, religion, colour, sexuality, physical ability or age.