Principal Data Scientist

A company is looking for a Principal Data Scientist to evaluate new data assets and strategic partnerships.

Key Responsibilities

Evaluate various datasets for underwriting, portfolio management, collections, and fraud

Lead quantitative due diligence for M&A targets and data partnerships, focusing on data quality and scalability

Translate analytical findings into investment theses and recommendations for Product and Corporate Development

Required Qualifications

5+ years of experience in data science or credit risk analytics within financial services or data-driven platforms

Hands-on experience transforming raw data into model-ready features

Proficiency in Python and SQL for data analysis and feature engineering

Experience with credit risk metrics and model evaluation

Familiarity with regulatory compliance and fair lending expectations