TransUnion hiring Sr. Analyst, Data Scientist • Remote (Work from Home) | Himalayas
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Sr. Analyst, Data Scientist

TransUnion is a global information and insights company that makes trust possible in global commerce by providing an actionable view of each consumer.

TransUnion

Employee count: 5000+

Costa Rica only

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What We'll Bring:

A work environment that encourages collaboration and innovation. We consistently explore new technologies and tools to be agile.
•Flexible time off, workplace flexibility, an environment that welcomes continued professional growth through support of tuition reimbursement, conferences and seminars.
•Our culture encourages our people to hone current skills and build new capabilities, while discovering their genius.
•We provide a modern computing environment based on best-in-class "big data" and cloud computing technologies and the freedom to explore new data sources and statistical and machine learning methodologies.
•Our Analytics team is home to some of the most brilliant minds in the market. Here, we will not only understand your stats jokes, we’ll appreciate them.

What You'll Bring:

  • Master’s degree in statistics, economics, applied mathematics, financial mathematics, computer science, engineering, operations research, or other highly quantitative field with at least 2 years of experience; or a Bachelor’s degree in any of the above fields or related with at least three (3) years of relevant professional experience. In either case, the candidate will demonstrate a consistent track record of academic excellence.

  • Experience and demonstrated success in client-facing roles over a period of at least two (2) years as well as at least two (2) years of professional experience performing analytic work, preferably in the Financial Services industry.

  • Strong analytical, critical thinking, and creative problem solving skills.

  • Advanced programming skill and aptitude; proficiency with statistical programs such as R or Python; experience with other programming and data manipulation languages (SQL, Hive, Spark, C/C++, Java, Ab Initio); high level of familiarity with Microsoft Office tools.

  • Versatile interpersonal and communication style with the ability to effectively communicate at multiple levels within and outside the organization; ability to work in a collaborative, fast-paced environment; evidence of initiative-taking.

  • Good verbal and written communication skills in English and Spanish. Proven ability to translate technical concepts into articulate actionable recommendations in a manner that is suitable to influence business partners and decision-makers inside and outside towards desired outcomes.

  • Strong project and time management skills with the ability to manage multiple assignments effectively.

  • Interest in internal and external consulting and ability to travel 10-20%.

  • This is a remote position for candidates in Costa Rica, which may require occasional in-person attendance at work-related events at the discretion of management.

What we'd prefer to see:

  • Demonstrated interest in industries served by TransUnion, such as financial services, insurance, fraud, and digital marketing (e.g., through relevant internships).

  • Proven ability to operate effectively under modest supervision in a complex and dynamic, matrixed environment.

  • Familiarity with credit bureau data and solutions.

  • Work experience in industries served by TransUnion, such as financial services, insurance, fraud, telecom and digital marketing.

Impact You'll Make:

This position is responsible for supporting the development of analytic solutions through consulting engagements for TransUnion’s clients across a broad array of credit, fraud, insurance and marketing business applications. This position requires a general understanding of US financial services risk management practices.

  • You will partner with internal and external cross-functional teams to drive new business initiatives and deliver long term value-added solutions to various TransUnion customers. These tasks will include –among others- the development of predictive models and business intelligence solutions of moderate scope and complexity for customers within the various industries served by TransUnion.

  • You will lead analytic client engagements involving descriptive, predictive, and prescriptive analysis for a variety of business use cases leveraging multiple analytic techniques. As a project leader, you will take ownership of all aspects of the project from design, to development, to peer review, to client presentation, to implementation and audit.

  • You will identify strategies and opportunities for customers to test and adopt TransUnion’s analytic products and services and develop project proposals, sales presentations and promotional collateral to enable the adoption of integrated customer solutions supported by TransUnion, applying your practical analytic experience to find areas of new value of TransUnion customers. In the context of these opportunities, you will interact directly with TransUnion Sales and business unit partners and provide an analytic perspective and general support as needed.

  • You will deliver analytic insights and recommendations in succinct and compelling presentations for internal and external customers representing a wide range of backgrounds and levels.

  • You will design, write, and test programs for data extraction, segmentation and statistical analysis on large population datasets using languages such as R, Python, SQL, Hive and Spark, formalizing some of these efforts into repeatable process improvements.

  • You will participate in the mentoring and training of junior colleagues, fostering a high-performance culture and cultivating an environment that promotes excellence and reflects the TransUnion brand.

This is a remote position which may require occasional in-person attendance at work-related events at the discretion of management.

TransUnion Job Title

Sr Analyst, Data Science and Analytics

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About TransUnion

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TransUnion is a global information and insights company dedicated to making trust possible in the modern economy. At the heart of what we do is a culture centered on enabling consumers and organizations to transact with confidence and achieve great things. This is achieved by providing a 'Tru™ picture' of each person – an actionable view derived from a robust collection of online, offline, public, and proprietary information, all stewarded with the utmost care. For over five decades, TransUnion has been a pivotal player in the credit reporting industry, a legacy that has endowed us with a holistic understanding of consumer identity. Our commitment extends beyond simply collecting data; we focus on how this information can be leveraged for good, empowering individuals and businesses alike.

Our mission, 'Information for Good®,' is the driving force behind our daily operations and strategic decisions. We believe that by ensuring every individual is reliably and safely represented in the marketplace, we can foster an environment where opportunities are more accessible and experiences are enhanced. This philosophy is deeply embedded in our team culture, where knowledgeable and passionate professionals work diligently to manage and interpret data in accordance with local legislation around the world. We are constantly investing in new data sources and innovative technologies, fueling our expansion into critical areas such as fraud prevention, marketing solutions, and customer-driven analytics. This continuous evolution allows us to meet the ever-increasing demand for a reliable basis for trust in an increasingly interconnected world. Our work empowers organizations to better understand consumers, make more informed decisions, and build lasting trust through personalized and proactive engagement. In turn, consumers can be confident that their data identities will unlock the opportunities they rightfully deserve.

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