VP, Modeling & Data Science - San Francisco, CA

VP, Modeling & Data Science San Francisco, CA

We are seeking an innovative and highly experienced quantitative data science leader to join us as our VP, Modeling & Data Science. This pivotal role will shape the next generation of modeling strategies across our enterprisespanning personal loans, auto, purchase finance, and deposits.

As a key member of the leadership team, you will be responsible for setting a clear strategic vision for modeling excellence, including integrating next-generation machine learning (ML), AI capabilities, and advanced data sources into our credit, fraud, and marketing ecosystems. Were looking for a leader with extensive experience in the consumer lending or Fintech industry who is passionate about leveraging advanced analytics and machine learning to solve complex business problems. You will lead a high-performing team of modelers and partner cross-functionally to build an agile, future-ready modeling infrastructure.

What Youll Do

• Set the enterprise modeling strategy across key domains : credit underwriting, fraud detection, marketing targeting, pricing, and operational decisioning.
• Champion AI / ML model innovation and oversee deployment of advanced statistical and ML models across our ecosystem.
• Drive the development, enhancement, and governance of a comprehensive suite of models, ensuring performance, interpretability, and compliance.
• Collaborate with Technology to evolve our machine learning platform for scalable experimentation, deployment, and monitoring.
• Lead a team of 610 seasoned modeling and data science professionals, fostering a culture of innovation, curiosity, and rigor.
• Build robust partnerships with cross-functional teams including Credit Strategy, Marketing, Risk, Operations, Engineering, and Compliance.
• Evaluate and integrate emerging data sources to unlock new insights and opportunities across our lending and deposit products.
• Set the agenda for continuous improvement in tools, technologies, and methodologies.
• Serve as a modeling thought leader, representing us in industry forums and regulatory discussions, and benchmarking best-in-class practices.
• Partner closely with Model Risk Management to ensure strong governance and alignment with evolving regulatory expectations.
• Communicate complex technical and business topics with clarity and impact to senior leadership, the board, and regulators, on all aspects pertaining to the management of the modeling / AI / ML function.

About You

San Francisco, CA $228,870 - $324,200 3 days ago

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