Data Scientist – Customer Data Science

Role Overview

This position is in the Enterprise Digital and Analytics – Global Customer Data Science team and is responsible for driving positive value for the consumer base, our internal partners and shareholders through best-in-class decision science.

What You Will Do

Primarily work on improving the intelligence of Ask AMEX and other internal natural language processing (NLP)/chat capabilities.

Why It Might Be a Fit

We are looking for candidates who have extensive knowledge and practical experience in statistical modeling, machine learning and programming, and who possess a passion for innovation and data exploration.

Requirements

• Masters/PhD in a quantitative field (Computer Science, Statistics, Mathematics, Operation Research, etc.)
• 1-2+ years of working experience driving business results
• Expertise in an analytical language (Python, R, or the equivalent)
• Experience with databases (Hive, SQL, or the equivalent)
• Prior experience working with TB scale datasets using Big Data tools and platforms (Hadoop, Spark, or the equivalent)
• Deep understanding of machine learning/statistical algorithms such as neural networks/deep learning, boosting and reinforcement learning
• Creativity to go beyond current tools to construct and deliver the best solution to the problem
• Ability and comfort with working independently and making key decisions on projects
• Team player with strong relationship building, management and influencing skills

Benefits

• visa sponsorship