2024 Focused Analytics Solutions Team (FAST) - Full-Time Associate - Data Science

Key Skills

Analytical and Problem solving, Apache Hadoop, AWS, Big Data Technology, Data Analytics, Data science techniques, Effective communication skills, Jupyter Notebook, Large data sets, Machine learning techniques, Python Programming, PyTorch, R Programming, SPARK Programming, SQL, Tableau, TensorFlow

Job Description

Within the broader CCB D&A team, the Focused Analytics Solutions Team (“FAST”) is a centralized team that develops and executes actionable data science and analytical solutions in a consulting-style environment, while placing a premium on creative, practical problem solving and superior client interaction. An equally important part of the FAST mission is to facilitate classroom and apprenticeship style training and development for the next generation of data and analytics talent. The team works on a large range of strategic, highly visible projects with internal clients such as CCB Strategy, Corporate Development, and AML / KYC as well as analytics teams aligned to Consumer Banking, Home Lending, Card Services, Business Banking, Auto Finance, Digital, and Marketing. We develop data-centric solutions that move the bottom line for the firm, and this role is a unique opportunity to have meaningful impact on a large scale at a leading financial services firm.

FAST has two primary tracks - Data Science and Analytics Solutions, and all of our projects are staffed with practitioners from both of these tracks. Data Science team members are our hands-on-keyboard experts in data science, responsible for evaluating, coding, and delivering actionable analytical insights and recommendations. Analytics Solutions team members play a complementary role designing, managing, and incorporating analytical outputs to deliver end-to-end business solutions.

What to expect

FAST Data Science Associates will join the team on a rotational program in a consulting-style environment, collaborating on projects that range from a few weeks to a few months in duration. During the approximately 22-month program, FAST Data Science Associates will gain exposure to a variety of analytical methods (e.g., machine learning, statistics, optimization, data engineering, etc.), lines of business, types of data, and analytical solutions. 

Your time on FAST will begin with an induction month training curriculum aimed at providing you and your new colleagues with the foundational tools and support system required to transition to project work. Your development journey will continue throughout the program, with opportunities to expand your skillset through project work, mentorship, and structured training sessions.

As you approach graduation from the program, you will work with our team to define the next step in your career – whether that is a role within the broader CCB Data & Analytics organization, or staying on FAST as an experienced member mentoring future classes while continuing to lead projects across the organization. 

As a Data Science Associate, you will make a meaningful impact by partnering with project leads, stakeholders, and fellow data scientists to design and execute analytical solutions that maximize business value. At a high level, this process will typically include: 

• Building an in-depth understanding of the business you are supporting, the problems they are trying to solve for, and the data assets available
• Collecting and cleaning data from diverse data sources; locating new data sources
• Building and testing different approaches to solving business problems, supporting the plan to operationalize and scale prototypes 
• Effectively communicating proposed solutions and data-driven insights to your project team and stakeholders
• Expanding the technical toolkit that Chase uses to solve analytical problems by testing and evaluating cutting-edge statistical/machine learning techniques and technologies in the context of project work 

Chase’s FAST program is an opportunity to take your career to the next level through hands-on data analytics, project management, professional networking and mentorship. Program participants will be placed in the following locations, based on candidate interest and business need:

• Chicago, Illinois
• Columbus, Ohio
• New York, New York
• Plano, Texas
• Wilmington, Delaware

About you

We're looking for highly motivated team players with a passion for applied data science and the initiative and insight to develop innovative solutions.

Key Qualifications:

• Enrolled in a Master’s degree program, with an expected graduation between December 2023 and August 2024
• Preferred majors include quantitative disciplines, such as: Data Science, Statistics, Applied Mathematics, Business Analytics, Operations Research, Machine Learning, Computer Science, etc. with graduate level course work in statistics, data analytics, statistical modelling and/or machine learning
• Knowledge and proficiency in Python
• Awareness of Big Data technologies & their applications
• Hands-on exposure to standard analytical tech stacks (e.g., Jupyter Notebooks, Hadoop, AWS, Spark, PyTorch, TensorFlow, Tableau, etc.) 
• Experience with data wrangling, including combining multiple data sources into a final data asset and/or aggregating a large dataset into a purpose-built asset
• Self-starter, demonstrated strong work ethic and an ability to work independently and collaboratively
• Strong track record of success as demonstrated by professional/educational background and accomplishments
• Data Science Boot Camp certifications and/or experience as a data scientist are a plus
• Attend college or university in the U.S.
• Authorization to work permanently in the U.S.

Desirable Skills:

• Experience in SQL, and/or R
• Exceptional quantitative, analytical thinking, problem-solving, and communication skills
• Ability to collaborate across teams using a consultative approach
• Demonstrated leadership ability

Join us

At JPMorgan Chase, we’re creating positive change for the diverse communities we serve. We do this by championing your innovative ideas through a supportive culture that helps you every step of the way as you build your career. If you’re passionate, curious and ready to make an impact, we’re looking for you. 

What’s next?

We will review applications as they are received and extend offers on a rolling basis. We strongly encourage that you apply early since programs will close as positions are filled. 

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