Lead Data Science Analyst (multiple openings) - IHM - Discover Financial Services : Job Details

With us, you'll do meaningful work from Day 1. Our collaborative culture is built on three core behaviors: We Play to Win, We Get Better Every Day & We Succeed Together. And we mean it — we want you to grow and make a difference at one of the world's leading digital banking and payments companies. We value what makes you unique so that you have an opportunity to shine.

Come build your future, while being the reason millions of people find a brighter financial future with Discover.

Employer: Discover Products Inc

Job Title: Lead Data Science Analyst (multiple openings)

Job Location: Riverwoods, Illinois

Job Type: Full Time

Duties: Leads the development and implementation of advanced analytics including customer segmentation, optimization, prescriptive analytics and machine learning algorithm & recommendation to solve business problems. Operates as a subject matter expert on statistical analysis, test and design of experiment, analysis methodology, modeling & application, and financial impact analysis. Telecommuting and/or working from home may be permissible pursuant to company policies.

Requirements: Employer will accept a Bachelor's degree in Analytics, Engineering, Mathematics, Statistics, Economics, or related field and 4 years of experience in the job offered or in a Data Science-related occupation. Alternatively, employer will accept a Master's degree in Analytics, Engineering, Mathematics, Statistics, Economics, or related field and 2 years of experience in the job offered or in a Data Science-related occupation.

Position Required Skills: Position requires: Credit and fraud risk analysis using SAS and SQL to perform customer segmentation and predictive modeling with machine learning; Marketing analytics including evaluating marketing campaigns and carrying out A/B testing; Optimization and operations analytics using Excel Marcos, Tableau and SAS; UAT testing and visualizations; Data reporting and modeling using Python, SQL, SAS and SAS EM; Advanced Excel skills including VBA & Macro, Pivot table, and advanced formulas.

Rate of Pay: The base pay for this position generally ranges between $116,334.00 to $147,100.00. Additional incentives may be provided as part of a market competitive total compensation package. Factors, such as but not limited to, geographical location, relevant experience, education, and skill level may impact the pay for this position.

Benefits: We also offer a range of benefits and programs based on eligibility. These benefits include:

• Paid Parental Leave
• Paid Time Off
• 401(k) Plan
• Medical, Dental, Vision, & Health Savings Account
• Short and Long Term Disability, Life, and Accidental Death & Dismemberment insurances
• Recognition Program
• Education Assistance
• Commuter Benefits
• Family Support Programs
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan

QUALIFIED APPLICANTS: Please apply directly through our website by clicking on “Apply Now.”

Application Deadline: The application window for this position is anticipated to close on Jun-17-2025. We encourage you to apply as soon as possible. The posting may be available past this date, but it is not guaranteed.

Discover is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or other legally protected status.