Senior Data Scientist

Company Description

Experian is a global data and technology company, powering opportunities for people and businesses around the world. We help to redefine lending practices, uncover and prevent fraud, simplify healthcare, create marketing solutions, and gain deeper insights into the automotive market, all using our unique combination of data, analytics and software. We also assist millions of people to realise their financial goals and help them save time and money.

We operate across a range of markets, from financial services to healthcare, automotive, agribusiness, insurance, and many more industry segments.

We invest in people and new advanced technologies to unlock the power of data. As a FTSE 100 Index company listed on the London Stock Exchange (EXPN), we have a team of 22,500 people across 32 countries. Our corporate headquarters are in Dublin, Ireland. Learn more at experianplc.com

Job Description

You will be part of a very dynamic and fast-growing Analytics team at Experian Spain, and you will develop analytical solutions to the benefit of our clients and their customers. You will collect and analyze large datasets to uncover insights and create solutions that support organizational goals, in the field of credit life cycle, risk management, fraud modelling or marketing. Technical, analytical, and communication skills are needed to interpret data and influence decision-making.

Main responsibilities:

· Data Processing: Implementing processes to clean, transform, and organize raw data for analysis

· Optimization: Enhancing data delivery and automating manual processes to improve efficiency

· Data Analysis: Analyzing large volumes of structured and unstructured data to identify trends and patterns

· Data Visualization: Creating visual reports to clarify business pain points.

· Big data platforms: Using data/analytical platforms like Databricks, Cloudera, ...

· Statistical Techniques: Using statistical techniques to validate findings and ensure accuracy

· Machine Learning: Developing machine learning models and predictive algorithms to solve business problems

· Programming Skills: Applying programming languages and domain-specific tools for analysis

· Communication: Communicate with client and/or other departments/divisions within Experian to help ensure accurate and timely implementation of project work

· Solving problems: Identify potential problems in the end to end process and take ownership for the resolution

Qualifications

· 5 years of experience of statistical/analytical project work and/or work in the Financial services or Telco’s sectors

· Degree or equivalent in a related field such as computer science, data science, statistics, mathematics, or information technology, physics,...

· Highly PC literate with thorough knowledge of statistical:

· Strong proficiency in Python for data analysis, advanced analytics and automation: Python with Pandas, Numpy and Machine Learning Packages and IT packages. PySpark is an a plus

· Knowledge of R, SQL is highly valued as an additional asset

· Experience with cloud-based data platforms (e.g., Databricks, Cloudera, and Snowflake)

· knowledge of Power BI for creating interactive dashboards

· Understanding of statistical techniques which may be used to address client business issues

· An innovative and inquisitive mind, focused on addressing and solving data and analysis problems

· Fluency in written and spoken English

Good to have

· Knowledge or hands-on experience with Generative AI concepts, including LLMs, RAG, prompt engineering, and information retrieval.

· Familiarity with credit-related topics (e.g., issuing, monitoring, Bureau data) and regulatory analytics frameworks (“Basel”, IFRS 9).

Benefits/Perks:

• Great compensation package and bonus plan
• Core benefits including Private Health Care and Experian wellness program
• Flexible schedule, hybrid model of teleworking
• Flexible time off including volunteer time off, personal leaves and paid holidays

Additional Information

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