[Remote] Senior Data Scientist

Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Nelnet Business Solutions, a division of Nelnet, Inc., specializes in payment technology and education services for various organizations. The Senior Data Scientist will lead the development and implementation of machine learning models, mentor junior team members, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to solve complex business problems using data analysis.ResponsibilitiesConduct advanced analyses and statistical deep dives, with a focus on producing actionable recommendations and strategic guidance for decision makersDevelop and deploy custom models and algorithms using data and machine learning libraries to solve complex business problemsMine, clean, process, transform and join data from a variety of sources including SQL servers, AWS environments, Azure, SnowFlake, SalesForce, internal systems, and flat filesIdentify, wrangle, scrape, and assemble new data sources from the web, data aggregators, and public sourcesBuild rich, interactive dashboards and visualizations from the ground up using PowerBICompile and present key findings and reports to all levels of the organization, including senior leadershipContinuously seek out opportunities to add value through process automation and programmatic solutions to manual tasks and monitor and improve Data Science model performanceAct as a subject matter expert within the data science field. Continuously learn, grow, and explore new emerging technologies. (Stay up to date with industry trends and best practicesProblem-solve, generate new ideas, and provide creative solutionsMentor, model, act as a resource, and provide guidance for more junior analysts and team membersLead development, testing and implementation of machine-learning models and algorithms using data and machine learning to solve complex business problemsSkillsPHD degree required in a Quantitative (heavy in mathematics, statistics or analysis, such as Applied Mathematics, Optimization, Psychology, or Economics) or Programming discipline2+ years of experience in data analysis1+ years of programming experienceSignificant experience working with large, complex data sets and common data science toolsExperience working with database PythonExperience designing, building, deploying, and validating machine-learning predictive models, ideally within a business frameworkExperience training multi model design to structure and train for unstructured data matchingExperience training LLM models for specialized use casesHighly inquisitive and self-motivatedAbility to map out solutions with a starting point and end goal, but with few steps identified in-betweenExceptional ability to analyze and synthesize dataAdvanced proficiency in SQL and PythonCompetency navigating and working within the AWS cloud suiteCompetency designing self-learning models that result in logarithm trends to identify trends in data to predict potential outcomes or missing data fieldsCore understanding of statistical concepts and methodsCompetency in the MS Office SuiteHighly accountable and inquisitive, able to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced, dynamic environmentSelf-motivatedExcellent communication skills (written, verbal, and interpersonal) to coordinate across teams and deliver polished presentationsExperience with training NumPy and Pandas modelsBenefitsMedicalDentalVisionHSA and FSAGenerous earned time off401K/student loan repaymentLife insurance & AD&D insuranceEmployee assistance programEmployee stock purchase programTuition reimbursementPerformance-based incentive payShort- and long-term disabilityA robust wellness programCompany OverviewNelnet provides business, communications, and financial services. It was founded in 1996, and is headquartered in Lincoln, Nebraska, USA, with a workforce of 5001-10000 employees. Its website is https://nelnetinc.com.Company H1B SponsorshipNelnet has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships, with 1 in 2022. Please note that this does not guarantee sponsorship for this specific role.