Data Scientist, Specialist
As a Data Scientist / Artificial Intelligence / Machine Learning / AI/ML Scientist, you will work with a highly innovative and vibrant team of Data Scientists, machine learning engineers, and data engineers in developing the next generation AI/ML enabled business solutions for Vanguard. You will apply your analytics, artificial intelligence, and machine learning knowledge to create next generation solutions for our business partners in corporate services area, including risk, financial fraud, legal, finance, and IT areas, to drive ground-breaking changes. With great freedom to innovate, you will play a key role in world-class research that will drive the future of Vanguard's artificial intelligence and machine learning. You will make a difference by leading and innovating new AI based systems and services that power our corporate Daily business units. You will team up with business partners...
Duties would include, but not limited to:
ā¢ Performs deep dive diagnostic, predictive, and prescriptive analytics to support data-driven business decision making.
ā¢ Supports and performs the development and programming of machine learning integrated software algorithms to structure, analyze, and leverage data in a production environment.
ā¢ Leads and implements & investigate diagnostic, predictive, and prescriptive analytics to support data-driven business decision making. Mentors and develops junior data scientists and analysts
The top 3 critical skills required of the role:
ā¢ AIML development skills (python) in natural language processing including but not limited to, semantic search, unsupervised or semi-supervised search, LLMs for information extraction Attrition prediction or other customer experience evaluative modeling
ā¢ Sophisticated analytic problem solving skills -- able to identify multiple methods to solve a problems and compare those methods analytically to determine the best solution methods
ā¢ Sophisticated statistical skills related to market experimentation, A/B testing, multi-armed bandits, and creating appropriate experimental designs while adjusting for biases in dataupport the development of multiple AIML models to collect customer feedback from unstructured data sources, identify frequency and magnitude of client issues, and support problem fixes and/or digital interventions such as marketing or website nudges.
Desirable background includes:
ā¢ AWS cloud architecture experience
ā¢ Experience testing and comparing multiple LLMs and combining LLMs in sophisticated model systems
ā¢ Experience with knowledge graphs or creating feature stores
Core Responsibilities
ā¢ Develops sophisticated queries and performs extensive programming to access, transform, and prepare data for statistical modeling.
ā¢ Leads and drives deep dive diagnostic, predictive, and prescriptive analytics to support data-driven business decision making. Mentors and develops junior data scientists and analysts.
ā¢ Identifies and diagnoses data inconsistencies and errors, documents data assumptions, and forages to fill data gaps.
ā¢ Engages with internal partners to understand and probe business processes in order to develop hypotheses. Brings structure to requests and translates requirements into an analytic approach.
ā¢ Guides test design, research design, and model validation. Provides statistical consultation services. Serves as the analytics expert on cross functional teams for large critical initiatives and contributes to the growth of the Vanguard analytic community.
ā¢ Prepares and delivers insight presentations and action recommendations. Communicates complex analytical findings and implications to business leaders.
ā¢ Participates in special projects and performs other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
ā¢ Minimum of five years related work experience in analytical roles. Experience with data wrangling required - Programming skills to access, transform and prepare large scale data for statistical modeling. Experience applying statistical and machine learning methods required.
ā¢ Undergraduate degree in Analytics, Applied Mathematics, Economics, Statistics or related analytical field of study or equivalent combination of training and experience. Graduate degree preferred.
Special Factors
Sponsorship
Vanguard is offering visa sponsorship for this position.
About Vanguard
At Vanguard, we don't just have a missionāwe're on a mission.
To work for the long-term financial wellbeing of our clients. To lead through product and services that transform our clients' lives. To learn and develop our skills as individuals and as a team. From Malvern to Melbourne, our mission drives us forward and inspires us to be our best.
Our commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion
Vanguardās commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) is central to our ability to deliver on our mission. We aspire to create a work environment that is inclusive, equitable, and diverseāone that enables our employees, whom we call crew, to thrive and bring their best selves to work every day on behalf of our clients.
Cultivating DEI lifts our entire organization, and everyone shares accountability for our progressāfrom our senior leaders who lay the foundation and set the example for inclusive behaviors to crew who are growing in their personal DEI learning experiences.
Together, weāre on a mission. We are fueled by the value of diverse voices and connected through friendships and a culture of careāfor our clients, our communities, and each other.
Vanguardās DEI journey has no finish line. Our commitment is enduring, and we remain focused on the path ahead. To learn more about Vanguard goals and progress toward DEI, download our Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Report.
How We Work
Vanguard has implemented a hybrid working model for the majority of our crew members, designed to capture the benefits of enhanced flexibility while enabling in-person learning, collaboration, and connection. We believe our mission-driven and highly collaborative culture is a critical enabler to support long-term client outcomes and enrich the employee experience.
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Duties would include, but not limited to:
ā¢ Performs deep dive diagnostic, predictive, and prescriptive analytics to support data-driven business decision making.
ā¢ Supports and performs the development and programming of machine learning integrated software algorithms to structure, analyze, and leverage data in a production environment.
ā¢ Leads and implements & investigate diagnostic, predictive, and prescriptive analytics to support data-driven business decision making. Mentors and develops junior data scientists and analysts
The top 3 critical skills required of the role:
ā¢ AIML development skills (python) in natural language processing including but not limited to, semantic search, unsupervised or semi-supervised search, LLMs for information extraction Attrition prediction or other customer experience evaluative modeling
ā¢ Sophisticated analytic problem solving skills -- able to identify multiple methods to solve a problems and compare those methods analytically to determine the best solution methods
ā¢ Sophisticated statistical skills related to market experimentation, A/B testing, multi-armed bandits, and creating appropriate experimental designs while adjusting for biases in dataupport the development of multiple AIML models to collect customer feedback from unstructured data sources, identify frequency and magnitude of client issues, and support problem fixes and/or digital interventions such as marketing or website nudges.
Desirable background includes:
ā¢ AWS cloud architecture experience
ā¢ Experience testing and comparing multiple LLMs and combining LLMs in sophisticated model systems
ā¢ Experience with knowledge graphs or creating feature stores
Core Responsibilities
ā¢ Develops sophisticated queries and performs extensive programming to access, transform, and prepare data for statistical modeling.
ā¢ Leads and drives deep dive diagnostic, predictive, and prescriptive analytics to support data-driven business decision making. Mentors and develops junior data scientists and analysts.
ā¢ Identifies and diagnoses data inconsistencies and errors, documents data assumptions, and forages to fill data gaps.
ā¢ Engages with internal partners to understand and probe business processes in order to develop hypotheses. Brings structure to requests and translates requirements into an analytic approach.
ā¢ Guides test design, research design, and model validation. Provides statistical consultation services. Serves as the analytics expert on cross functional teams for large critical initiatives and contributes to the growth of the Vanguard analytic community.
ā¢ Prepares and delivers insight presentations and action recommendations. Communicates complex analytical findings and implications to business leaders.
ā¢ Participates in special projects and performs other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
ā¢ Minimum of five years related work experience in analytical roles. Experience with data wrangling required - Programming skills to access, transform and prepare large scale data for statistical modeling. Experience applying statistical and machine learning methods required.
ā¢ Undergraduate degree in Analytics, Applied Mathematics, Economics, Statistics or related analytical field of study or equivalent combination of training and experience. Graduate degree preferred.
Special Factors
Sponsorship
Vanguard is offering visa sponsorship for this position.
About Vanguard
At Vanguard, we don't just have a missionāwe're on a mission.
To work for the long-term financial wellbeing of our clients. To lead through product and services that transform our clients' lives. To learn and develop our skills as individuals and as a team. From Malvern to Melbourne, our mission drives us forward and inspires us to be our best.
Our commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion
Vanguardās commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) is central to our ability to deliver on our mission. We aspire to create a work environment that is inclusive, equitable, and diverseāone that enables our employees, whom we call crew, to thrive and bring their best selves to work every day on behalf of our clients.
Cultivating DEI lifts our entire organization, and everyone shares accountability for our progressāfrom our senior leaders who lay the foundation and set the example for inclusive behaviors to crew who are growing in their personal DEI learning experiences.
Together, weāre on a mission. We are fueled by the value of diverse voices and connected through friendships and a culture of careāfor our clients, our communities, and each other.
Vanguardās DEI journey has no finish line. Our commitment is enduring, and we remain focused on the path ahead. To learn more about Vanguard goals and progress toward DEI, download our Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Report.
How We Work
Vanguard has implemented a hybrid working model for the majority of our crew members, designed to capture the benefits of enhanced flexibility while enabling in-person learning, collaboration, and connection. We believe our mission-driven and highly collaborative culture is a critical enabler to support long-term client outcomes and enrich the employee experience.
Apply Now