Senior Principal Data Scientist (Marketing Channel Optimization)

Provide analytical insight from organizational data to support mission critical decision making. Understand business needs and identify opportunities for new products and services to meet business objectives. Design and develop sophisticated predictive models and advanced algorithms to drive decisions and optimize business results. Devise testing of business data to draw conclusion for statistical significance at various confidence levels. Regarded as an industry expert in the data science field. Conduct highly complex work, unsupervised and with extensive latitude for independent judgment. Progression to this level is typically restricted on the basis of business requirement.Navy Federal provides much more than a job. 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An assessment may be required to compete for this position. Job postings are subject to close early or extend out longer than the anticipated closing date at the hiring team’s discretion based on qualified applicant volume. Navy Federal Credit Union assesses market data to establish salary ranges that enable us to remain competitive. You are paid within the salary range, based on your experience, location and market position. For additional details regarding compensation and benefits, review the Benefits page of the Navy Federal Career Site.Protect Yourself from Job Scams: Navy Federal Credit Union jobs are posted on our career site, jobs.navyfederal.org and reputable job boards (e.g., LinkedIn, Indeed). We do not post jobs on social media marketplaces, messaging apps or unverified websites. We will never ask candidates for payment, bank details or personal financial information during the hiring process.Bank Secrecy Act: Remains cognizant of and adheres to Navy Federal policies and procedures, and regulations pertaining to the Bank Secrecy Act.10+ years of relevant experienceIn-depth professional knowledge, acumen, and conceptsRequires specialized skill setSolid understanding of business dynamics and strategyStatistics, machine learning, programming, data modeling, simulation, trend analysis, visualization, and advanced mathematics to recognize patternsSQL, R, Python, Hadoop, SAS, SPSS, Scala, AWSProject Management skillsModel lifecycle executionTechnical writingData storytelling and technical presentation skillsResearch SkillsInterpersonal SkillsMentoringModel DevelopmentCommunicationCritical ThinkingThought LeadershipInitiative with sound judgementTechnical (Big Data Analysis, Coding, Project Management, Technical Writing, etc.)Independent Judgment (Extensive)Problem Solving (Recognizes potential issues and risks for long term implications)Masters Degree in Data Science, Statistics, Mathematics, Computers Science, Engineering, or degrees in similar quantitative fieldsDesired QualificationsPhD in Data Science, Statistics, Mathematics, Computer Science, or EngineeringAdditional InformationHours: Monday - Friday, 8:00AM - 4:30PMLocations: 820 Follin Ln. Vienna, Virginia 22180Direct existing principles and guide development of new policiesProduce innovative solutions driven by exploratory data analysis from complex and high-dimensional datasetsIdentify opportunities, pose business questions, and make valuable discoveriesGenerate and test hypotheses, analyze and interpret the resultsDevelop and code the most complex software programs, algorithms, and automated processesTranslate complex business and technical needs into technological objectivesUtilize effective written and verbal communication to document and present findings to stakeholders in support of critical decision making Recognized as subject matter expert and advanced individual contributor professionalMaintain and foster strong working relationships with team members, subject matter experts, and senior leadersResearch and apply new best practices and ethical AIAdvise senior leaders on analytical insights and solutions to solve business problemsMay lead complex technical projects and initiatives with significant impactLead the development and enhancement practices, procedures, and instructionsServe as lead technical resource for other team membersMentor and assist leading lower levelsFull timePosting Date: 2026-07-31