Data science consultant

Job OverviewJob ID : J36993Specialized Area : Data ScienceJob Title : Data science consultantLocation : Atlanta, GA,GADuration : 14 MonthsDomain Exposure : Work Authorization : Client : To Be Discussed LaterEmployment Type : W-2 (Consultant must be on our company payroll. C2C is not allowed)What We'll Bring : At TransUnion, we have a welcoming and energetic environment that encourages collaboration and innovation - we're consistently exploring new technologies and tools to be agile. This environment gives our people the opportunity to hone current skills and build new capabilities, while discovering their genius.Come be a part of our team - you'll work with great people, pioneering products and cutting-edge technology.What You'll Bring : Master's or PhD degree in statistics, applied mathematics, financial mathematics, engineering, operations research, or another highly quantitative field.At least two (2) years of professional experience performing analytic work in Financial Services or related industries.Multiple examples of demonstrated success in client-facing roles over a period of at least two (2) years.Advanced programming skills; mastery of a statistical language such as R or SAS; experience using other programming and data manipulation languages (SQL, Hive, Pig, Python, C / C , Java)Atlanta or Chicago-based position, up to 25% international travel required.We'd Love See : Strong understanding of statistical tools and their application to our business, as well as principles of cost / benefit analysis, risk management, marketing and operations.Capable of thinking innovatively. Eager and able to drive change through influencing skills.Operates with little supervision in a complex and dynamic, matrixed environment.International experience and familiarity with foreign languages preferred.Experience working with credit bureau data and solutions preferred.Impact You'll Make : In the first 90 days, you'll work with our regions to take inventory of custom analytic tools and prioritize efforts to migrate or incorporate into our global toolkit.Beyond 90 days, you'll support key global analytic initiatives, working closely with the regions to ensure analytics best practices are in place and support regional teams with proactive analytics and new product development.You'll establish and maintain effective working relationships with regional teams within TransUnion.You'll apply your project management skills, statistical expertise, and knowledge of credit data and analytical resources to determine scope, design, development of data requirements and specifications, statistical analysis or mathematical modeling, summarize results for high-level presentations, in partnership with regional analytical groups, and ensure that deliverables are in accordance with stakeholder expectations and business needs within time and cost constraints.You'll become an expert in credit dynamics, competitive position, and market needs in the regions you support.We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability status, veteran status, marital status, citizenship status, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other characteristic protected by law. Equal Opportunity EmployerCLOUD ANALYTICS TECHNOLOGIES LLC is an equal opportunity employer inclusive of female, minority, disability and veterans, (M / F / D / V). Hiring, promotion, transfer, compensation, benefits, discipline, termination and all other employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, national origin, citizenship / immigration status, veteran status or any other protected status. CLOUD ANALYTICS TECHNOLOGIES LLC will not make any posting or employment decision that does not comply with applicable laws relating to labor and employment, equal opportunity, employment eligibility requirements or related matters. Nor will CLOUD ANALYTICS TECHNOLOGIES LLC require in a posting or otherwise U.S. citizenship or lawful permanent residency in the U.S. as a condition of employment except as necessary to comply with law, regulation, executive order, or federal, state, or local government contract#J-18808-Ljbffr