Equifax is where you can power your possible. If you want to achieve your true potential, chart new paths, develop new skills, collaborate with bright minds, and make a meaningful impact, we want to hear from you.
We are seeking an experienced and driven Data Science expert to join the Analytical Capabilities team, where you will help power Equifax’s AI and analytical offerings. In this role, you will build innovative tools and perform in-depth analysis to support customer decision points across the consumer lending lifecycle. By leveraging advanced mathematical and statistical approaches, you will develop robust, reusable, and highly automated solutions.
In this position, you will analyze complex data sources using various programming languages to inform business strategy and deliver insights for both internal and external stakeholders. You will develop models to test hypotheses and quantify the impact of decisions under various scenarios. Your ability to communicate technical results will be essential in driving profitability and translating business requirements into scalable, data-driven products.
What you'll do
● Utilize combined knowledge of data structures, analytics, algorithms/models, and strong computer science fundamentals to independently prepare datasets, conduct analytics, and develop deployable solutions.
● Collect, analyze and interpret large data assets to define and build multiple innovative solution components leveraging business and technical expertise. Support the analytical strategy by understanding critical technical capabilities and suggesting opportunities.
● Drive the execution of projects with multiple deliverables, leveraging business and technical expertise.
● Work on high-complexity tasks in problems often within multiple business or analytical domains, collaborating with other teams to develop enhanced solutions.
● Communicate results to external stakeholders and mid level leadership, able to communicate business impact of work.
● Evaluate the technical work of peer and junior data scientists, guiding them on deliverable quality and accuracy.
What experience you need
● MS degree in a STEM major or equivalent discipline
● 5-7 years of experience in a related analytical role
● Experience with feature/attribute development using structured and unstructured data
● Proven track record of designing and developing predictive models in real-world applications
● Experience with model performance evaluation and predictive model optimization for accuracy and efficiency
● Cloud certification strongly preferred
● Additional role-based certifications may be required depending upon region/BU requirements
What could set you apart
● Background in the financial services industry, specifically as it pertains to credit risk, marketing or collections
● Experience working with large datasets on a big data platform (e.g., Google Cloud, AWS, Snowflake, Hadoop)
● Intermediate level understanding and experience with Google Cloud Platforms and overall cloud computing concepts, as well as basic knowledge of other cloud environments
● Background using or leveraging AI tools for work efficiency or knowledge gathering
● Demonstrates advanced Git usage and CI/CD integration skills
We offer comprehensive compensation and healthcare packages, 401k matching, paid time off, and organizational growth potential through our online learning platform with guided career tracks.
Are you ready to power your possible? Apply today, and get started on a path toward an exciting new career at Equifax, where you can make a difference!
Who is Equifax?
At Equifax, we believe knowledge drives progress. As a global data, analytics and technology company, we play an essential role in the global economy by helping employers, employees, financial institutions and government agencies make critical decisions with greater confidence.
We work to help create seamless and positive experiences during life’s pivotal moments: applying for jobs or a mortgage, financing an education or buying a car. Our impact is real and to accomplish our goals we focus on nurturing our people for career advancement and their learning and development, supporting our next generation of leaders, maintaining an inclusive and diverse work environment, and regularly engaging and recognizing our employees. Regardless of location or role, the individual and collective work of our employees makes a difference and we are looking for talented team players to join us as we help people live their financial best.
Equifax is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics.
