Quantitative Risk Analysis Tech Lead (Single-Family Business)

At Freddie Mac, our mission of Making Home Possible is what motivates us, and it’s at the core of everything we do. Since our charter in 1970, we have made home possible for more than 90 million families across the country. Join an organization where your work contributes to a greater purpose. Position Overview Single-Family Quality Control Sampling, Analytics, & Reporting (QCSAR) is seeking an experienced, self‑motivated, and results‑driven quantitative risk analytics tech lead who will serve as a key bridge between QC business stakeholders and Single-Family data and technology teams to deliver high-quality sampling and reporting services with speed and precision. This role will also lead team technical codebase and data development and management. The position also requires strong data research and analytical capabilities, along with statistical expertise and innovation to support new risk‑based sampling and analytics initiatives. Impact Our team plays a critical role in protecting Freddie Mac’s Single‑Family business through Quality Control. We design and select loan samples for underwriting review and analyze the results to assess loan origination quality across key areas. We also identify higher‑risk loans and select non‑performing loans for review to help reduce potential credit losses. Through this work, we provide actionable insights that support improvements in the loan origination process and enable more proactive risk mitigation. Responsibilities Drive modernization of sampling, reporting, and analytics workflows by identifying opportunities to simplify, automate, and scale existing processes and tools. Shape technical approaches and analytical frameworks for new initiatives, ensuring solutions are practical, scalable, and aligned with business priorities and risk management objectives. Lead development and governance of the team’s overall sampling codebase and related technical assets across SAS, SQL, Python, Snowflake and UNIX‑based workflows. Partner closely with Single‑Family data and technology teams to define data requirements, resolve issues, and build sustainable data solutions that bridge legacy and modern QC systems. Support peer technical code reviews for the team and ad hoc analytics for leadership. Qualifications At the minimum, Bachelor’s Degree in Statistics, Economics, Finance, Mathematics, Computer Science, Data Science, or related field 7+ years of relevant professional experience, preferably 5+ years recent experience in mortgage or financial services industries 5+ years recent experience with analyzing large datasets using a combination of SQL and SAS/Python/R. 3+ years recent experience with data visualization tools such as Tableau (preferred to include server/site administration) and/or Power BI Knowledge of standard processes and risk controls around data and analytics is a must; DBA experience with cloud databases such as Snowflake is preferred Knowledge of and experience with statistical modeling and/or AI/ML models is helpful Keys to Success Attention to detail and high quality of work Excellent data and programming skills Strong communication skills both oral and written Proven quantitative, analytical and problem‑solving skills Self‑motivated and proactive problem solver Must be able to manage several priorities, meet deadlines, identify and advance issues appropriately to management California Fair Chance Qualified applications with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act. EEO Statement We consider all applicants for all positions without regard to gender, race, color, religion, national origin, age, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, physical and mental disability, pregnancy, ethnicity, genetic information or any other protected categories under applicable federal, state or local laws. We will ensure that individuals are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation. Benefits and Compensation Freddie Mac offers a comprehensive total rewards package to include competitive compensation and market‑leading benefit programs. This position has an annualized market‑based salary range of $142,000 - $214,000 and is eligible to participate in the annual incentive program. The final salary offered will generally fall within this range and is dependent on various factors including but not limited to the responsibilities of the position, experience, skill set, internal pay equity and other relevant qualifications of the applicant. #J-18808-Ljbffr Freddie Mac