Job Description
This is a remote position.
We seeks a dynamic and experienced Data Science Manager to drive data-driven innovation across our organization.
Responsibilities
- The role offers the opportunity to lead strategic data science initiatives across multiple business domains, including Sales and Marketing, Credit Risk, Residual Value, Customer Management and Collections, Insurance
- As an ideal candidate, you'll combine hands-on technical expertise with strong leadership abilities to guide both project outcomes and team development
- Spearhead the development of sophisticated predictive and prescriptive models that drive business value
- Establish and maintain data science best practices, methodologies, and quality standards
- Design and implement scalable data pipelines for extracting, transforming, and analyzing complex datasets
- Translate analytical insights into clear, actionable recommendations for senior leadership
- Regularly participate in code review and hold a high bar for code quality
- Build and mentor a high-performing team of data scientists, fostering their professional growth and technical capabilities
- Balance hands-on model development with strategic team leadership
- Drive project execution through both direct reports and cross-functional project teams
- Partner with business leaders to identify high-impact opportunities for data science applications
- Present complex analytical findings to stakeholders at all levels of the organization
- Develop and execute data science strategies that align with TFS's business objectives
- Lead the evaluation and adoption of emerging data science technologies and methodologies
Requirements
Master's degree or higher in Statistics, Data Science, Computer Science, Mathematics, or related quantitative fieldAt least 5 years of progressive experience in applied data science and analyticsDemonstrated experience leading and mentoring junior data scientists and analystsTrack record of successfully delivering complex data science projects in a business environmentStrong proficiency in Python and its data science ecosystemExtensive experience with modern machine learning frameworks including scikit-learn, PyTorch, and statsmodelsDeep understanding of statistical and machine learning techniquesExperience with data manipulation, cleaning, and pipeline developmentLeadership & Soft SkillsProven ability to translate complex technical concepts into actionable business insightsStrong problem-solving skills with a proactive approach to identifying opportunitiesExcellence in stakeholder management and cross-functional collaborationOutstanding written and verbal communication skillsPh.D. in Statistics, Mathematics, Economics, Computer Science, or related quantitative fieldCloud Platform Expertise :Experience deploying and scaling machine learning models on cloud platforms (AWS SageMaker, Azure ML)Understanding of cloud-based data processing and storage solutionsKnowledge of MLOps best practices and deployment workflowsStrategic Leadership :Track record of successfully influencing and driving change across multiple departmentsExperience managing complex, cross-functional initiatives with competing prioritiesAbility to build consensus and align stakeholders around data science initiativesExperience modernizing legacy systems and processesKnowledge of data architecture principles and system integrationProven ability to design and implement scalable data science solutionsBenefits
Professional growth and development programs to help advance your career, as well as tuition reimbursementPaid holidays and paid time offComprehensive health care and wellness plans for your entire familyRequirements
Proven experience in data entry or related roles.Excellent typing speed and accuracy.Strong attention to detail and ability to spot errors.Proficiency in using data entry software and tools.Self-motivated and able to work independently with minimal supervision.Strong communication skills for remote collaboration.Familiarity with basic software tools such as Microsoft Office suite.High school diploma or equivalent; additional certifications are a plus.