Job Description
Join Nexus Analytics' elite data science team in Chicago and transform raw data into strategic business intelligence. We're seeking a visionary Senior Data Scientist to architect predictive models, drive innovation, and influence product development. Our downtown hub offers collaborative workspaces, cutting-edge technology, and unparalleled opportunities for professional growth in a rapidly scaling fintech environment.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement advanced machine learning models for predictive analytics
- Lead end-to-end data science projects from hypothesis to deployment
- Translate complex findings into actionable business recommendations
- Collaborate with engineering teams to integrate models into production systems
- Mentor junior scientists and establish best practices for data governance
- Present insights to C-level stakeholders through compelling visualizations
Qualifications
- MS/PhD in Statistics, Computer Science, or related quantitative field
- 5+ years of applied data science experience in financial services
- Expert proficiency in Python, R, SQL, and AWS/GCP platforms
- Proven track record with ML frameworks (TensorFlow, PyTorch, Scikit-learn)
- Strong statistical modeling and experimental design capabilities
- Experience with A/B testing methodologies and causal inference