Analytic Science - Scientist II

FICO

Actively hiring
San Diego, CA Posted 28 days ago $98,000–$154,000 / year
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TL;DR

Join our Analytic Science team as an experienced Senior Data Scientist where you will work on cutting-edge AI and ML projects. Your day-to-day responsibilities include ensuring data quality through collection, normalization, and transformation of large datasets, selecting appropriate statistical methods, and building high-end analytic models using advanced techniques like neural networks and logistic regression. You will lead cross-functional teams on medium to large-scale projects, manage client interactions, and provide support for model deployment and post-implementation issues. The ideal candidate has a MS or PhD in computer science, engineering, statistics, or related fields with extensive experience in predictive modeling and data mining. Strong scripting skills in Perl, Bash, and proficiency in languages like Python, Java, C++, or C are essential, along with expertise in various machine learning algorithms. This role offers the chance to work on industry-leading solutions at FICO, a company known for its innovative approach to analytics and problem-solving.

Skills

Python Java C++ C Perl Bash neural networks logistic regression non-linear regression random forests decision trees support vector machines linear optimization non-linear optimization

What you'll do

  • Ensure data quality during acquisition and processing stages.
  • Select appropriate statistical methods and computational algorithms for projects.
  • Build high-end analytic models using advanced statistical techniques.
  • Manage project timelines and integrate analytics solutions with other teams.
  • Perform production data validations and analyze model behaviors post-deployment.
  • Assist in client meetings to investigate and resolve problems related to models.

What we're looking for

  • MS or PhD in relevant fields with significant hands-on predictive modeling and data mining experience.
  • Proven ability to analyze large datasets using data-cleaning techniques and statistical analyses.
  • Strong scripting skills in Perl, Bash, or similar languages.
  • Experience leading cross-functional teams on medium to large projects.
  • Proficiency in at least three advanced machine learning methods like neural networks, logistic regression, etc.
  • Knowledge of two programming languages: Java, Python, C++, or C.

Market check

Salary context

This $98,000–$154,000 range sits above 5% of similar postings on FindRole.

Peer median band

$115,955–$223,550

Median floor and ceiling across peers.

Typical midpoint (25–75%)

$137,550–$201,700

Middle half of comparable postings.

Based on 240 comparable postings.

* 240 is the maximum number of comparable postings sampled.

Employer

About FICO

FICO (Fair Isaac Corporation) is a data analytics company best known for the FICO credit score, and provides analytics software and tools for fraud detection, credit scoring, and decision management. Industry: Data Analytics & Financial Technology

FICO currently has 8 open roles on FindRole.

Listed pay typically runs $130,000–$204,000 across 7 roles with salary data.

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