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Data Scientist - Model Validation (Hybrid)

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enova logoEnova · Chicago, IL
$87K–$110K/yrFull-timeOn-site1mo ago
ClassificationData AnalysisDocumentationMachine LearningPythonRisk Management
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As a Data Scientist, you will be one of Enova's most valuable team members. You will develop, enhance and test the company's models for use in determining the appropriate lending criteria and verification procedures. You will perform independent model validations to evaluate model fit for purpose, conceptual soundness, mathematical theory and assumptions, data/assumptions, and output reasonableness. At times, you may be asked to conduct ad hoc analysis using statistical and financial tools to recommend for risk management, marketing and operational strategies. You will demonstrate the ability to interpret and organize data, and communicate it effectively to cross functional teams to solve business problems, provide requirements and support implementation.

Responsibilities

  • Perform model validation of credit risk models
  • Prepare model validation reports and write technical documentation
  • Assist analysts in validating and preparing their models for production
  • Interact with model stakeholders and business partners to gather information about credit models and risk acceptances
  • Support model releases to ensure they are quickly and accurately put into production
  • Monitor model performance dashboards, build alerts, and escalate concerns as appropriate
  • Support and improve automated model training processes by using data manipulation, and machine learning skills
  • Use your programming skills to develop and test programs for custom tool development

Requirements

  • Experience in developing advanced credit risk models
  • 3+ years of experience in quantitative analysis in the financial services industry is preferred but not required
  • Knowledge of statistical models in risk management
  • Advanced programming skills in Python and the ability to write customized programs for meaningful data analysis
  • Experience working with relational databases, such as SQL

Benefits

Benefits & Perks:Our hybrid roles require in-office work Tuesday through Thursday, with remote flexibility on Mondays and Fridays. This schedule fosters collaboration, team connection, and strategic planning, enhancing communication and effectiveness to drive results.Health, dental, and vision insurance including mental health benefits401(k) matching plus a roth option (U.S. Based employees only)PTO & paid holidays offSabbatical program (for eligible roles)Summer hours (for eligible roles)Paid parental leaveDEI groups (B.L.A.C.K. @ Enova, HOLA @ Enova, Women @ Enova, Pride @ Enova, South Asians @ Enova, APEX @ Enova, and Parents @ Enova)Employee recognition and rewards programCharitable matching and a paid volunteer day...Plus so much more!About EnovaHealth insuranceDental insuranceVision insurance401(k)Paid time offRemote work optionsPerformance bonusParental leave

Additional Information

We are interested in every qualified candidate who is eligible to work in the United States. However, we are not able to sponsor visas or take over sponsorship at this time.

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