Data Scientist II

Key Skills

Algorithms, AWS, AWS Sagemaker, C# Programming, C++, Data Modeling, Data structuring, Effective communication skills, Logistic Regression, Machine learning techniques, Mathematics, Predictive Modeling, Probability, Python Programming, PyTorch, R Programming, Scikit-learn, SQL, Statistical modeling

Job Description

The Data Scientist II proactively uses predictive analytics and innovative machine learning models to create value from data. You will participate in designing, developing and evolving high quality, extensible modeling solutions and interpretation of results using a variety of techniques ranging from simple data aggregation to complex data mining, alogorithm development, and statistical analysis. You will design and develop inventive solutions to drive innovation and delivery of organizational value. You’ll synthesize large datasets and solve complex problems through the use of advanced machine learning and statistical modeling. You’ll work in a highly collaborative, team environment, collaborating with multiple stakeholders. You will assist management in the communication of insights and the implementation of impactful data science solutions across the organization.

See Your Primary Duties and Responsibilities

• Perform statistical analysis, data mining, temporal and pattern analysis, correlation of events, predictive modeling, and pattern recognition.Build machine learning models through all phases of development, from design through training, evaluation, validation, and implementation. Create, design, develop, test, calibrate, deploy, and support predictive models to support internal or customer facing products and services.
• Partner with a cross-functional team of data scientists, software engineers, and product managers to deliver high value products based on business needs; assist in requirements review and grooming
• Develop models and new algorithms to solve data / business problems using a wide range of analytics techniques, such as statistics, machine learning, natural language processing, optimization, simulation, or closely related techniques
• Provide solutions on application performance improvement ideas/suggestions and implementation to enhance delivery of analytical solutions.
• Participates in review meetings to discuss findings, risks & challenges and recommends the solutions.
• Actively supports colleagues by sharing information about the department, business unit and organization

See the Job Specifications

Knowledge:

• At least 2-5 years as a professional data scientist, preferably in a growth company
• Deep knowledge of math, probability, statistics and algorithms
• Professional experience building predictive models through techniques such as machine learning, collaborative filtering, logistic regression, etc.
• Professional experience building predictive models to support consumer facing products and business process needs
• Professional experience designing, executing and evaluating statistical tests
• Understanding of mortgage, real estate or property valuation a plus

Skills and Abilities:

• Understanding of data structures, data modeling and software architecture
• Familiarity with machine learning frameworks (like tensorflow or PyTorch) and libraries (like scikit-learn)
• Understanding of AWS, AWS SageMaker, or other ML development platforms
• Experience with programming languages such as Python, R; and query languages such as SQL
• Excellent communication skills
• Ability to work in a team and meet strict deadlines
• Outstanding analytical and problem-solving skills
• Ability to write code in C (++, #) a plus
• Proven ability to collaboratively and maturely work on a team
• Curious with an aptitude to quickly learn

Other Position Parameters:

• Guide/ Mentor other team members in terms of technical concepts and cooperate with them in meeting project deadlines and deliverables.
• Conduct analyses, design and create information products using various development tools
• Learn new software tools and other skills independently and as directed

Prior Work Experience

• Technical:3 - 5 years
• Supervisory:None

Education and Credentials

• Required:Bachelor’s Degree, Concentration in Math, Statistics, Physics, Engineering, Computer Science, Econometrics
• Preferred:Master’s Degree, Concentration in Math, Statistics, Physics, Engineering, Computer Science, Econometrics

See Your Location

Radian is committed to a flexible work environment for many of our roles. This is a *Work From Anywhere* role meaning you have the flexibility to work from home (or another designated workspace that fits your needs).

This role provides additional flexibility should you want to work on-site at a Radian office. Explore our office locations here and let your Talent Acquisition Partner know you would be interested in working on-site.

*Work From Anywhere is subject to Radian’s Alternative Work Policy and business needs.

See Why You Should Work With Us

• Competitive Compensation: Competitive Compensation: anticipated base salary from $95,025 to $152,271based on skills and experience. This position is eligible to participate in an annual incentive program.
• Our Company Makes an Impact. We’ve been recognized by multiple organizations like Bloomberg’s Gender-Equality Index, HousingWire’s Tech 100, and The Forum of Executive Women’s Champion of Board Diversity. Radian has also pledged to PwC’s CEO Action for Diversity & Inclusion
• Rest and Relaxation.Generous time off starting day one, 9 paid holidays + 1 floating holiday in support of our DEI culture.
• Health Benefits. Multiple medical plan choices, including HSA and FSA options, dental, and vision.
• Prepare for your Future.401(k) with a top of market company match (did we mention the company match is immediately vested?!)
• Paid Parental Leave.An opportunity for all new parents to embrace this exciting change in their lives. 
• Employee Assistance and Discount Programs.From helping you navigate the healthcare system, to providing resources and assistance to parents and caregivers of children with development disabilities, to scoring discounts with thousands of retailers. 
• Pet Insurance.To help protect our furry family members.

See More About Radian

Radian is a fintech servicing the mortgage and real estate services industry. As a team, we pride ourselves on seeing the potential of every person, every idea and every day.

Seeing each other at Radian goes far beyond our open, flexible culture. It means seeing our people’s potential – and creating inspiring career paths that help them get there. Or seeing new pathways and innovating for the future of our industry. It means seeing each other for all that we are. And it means seeing our purpose as one that extends beyond the bottom line – having an impact on communities across the country to help more people achieve the American Dream of homeownership.

We hope you’ll see yourself at Radian. See more about us at Radian.com.

Defining Roles for Radian's Future

Understanding the qualities and characteristics that define a Leader and an Employee is important to ?building our future-fit workforce. Radian's future is only as bright as its people. For that reason, our People Plan includes profiles to support the qualities and characteristics that each Leader as well as each Employee should embody upon hire or via development.