Overview
Provide independent data science, machine learning, and analytical insights using member, financial, and operational data to support critical decision making within the BSA/AML and OFAC Compliance department. Expertise in financial crime compliance and regulatory requirements is essential for this role. Understand business needs and identify opportunities for new models and optimization of existing models to enhance risk detection, regulatory reporting, and operational efficiency. Leverage cutting-edge data science techniques to design and develop descriptive, predictive, and prescriptive models that drive meaningful insights and impact across the organization. Regarded as an advanced professional in the data science field. Conduct complex work under minimal supervision and with wide latitude for independent judgment. Mentor lower-level staff.
Responsibilities
Design, develop, and evaluate large and complex predictive models and advanced algorithms
Test hypotheses/models, analyze, and interpret results
Develop actionable insights and recommendations
Develop and code complex software programs, algorithms, and automated processes
Use evaluation, judgment, and interpretation to select right course of action
Work on problems of diverse scope where analysis of information requires evaluation of identifiable factors
Produce innovative solutions driven by exploratory data analysis from complex and high-dimensional datasets
Transform data into charts, tables, or format that aids effective decision making
Utilize effective written and verbal communication to document analyses and present findings analyses to a diverse audience of stakeholders
Develop and maintain strong working relationships with team members, subject matter experts, and leaders
Lead moderate to large projects and initiatives
Model best practices and ethical AI
Works with senior management on complex issues
Assist with the development and enhancement practices, procedures, and instructions
Serve as technical resource for other team members
Qualifications
6+ years of experience with requisite competencies
Complete knowledge and full understanding of specialization
Statistics, machine learning , data mining, data auditing, aggregation, reconciliation, and visualization
Programming, data modeling, simulation, and advanced mathematics
SQL, R, Python, Hadoop, SAS, SPSS, Scala, AWS
Model lifecycle execution
Technical writing
Data storytelling and technical presentation skills
Research Skills
Interpersonal Skills
Advanced knowledge of procedures, instructions and validation techniques
Model Development
Communication
Critical Thinking
Collaborate and Build Relationships
Initiative with sound judgement
Technical (Big Data Analysis, Coding, Project Management, Technical Writing, etc.)
Independent Judgment
Problem Solving (Identifies the constraints and risks)
Bachelor's Degree in Data Science, Statistics, Mathematics, Computers Science, Engineering, or degrees in similar quantitative fields
Desired Qualifications
Master's/PhD Degree in Data Science, Statistics, Mathematics, Computers Science, or Engineering
ACAMS certification or prior experience in BSA/AML & OFAC compliance, including financial crime risk modeling and transaction monitoring analytics
Hours: Monday - Friday, 8:00AM - 4:30PM
Location: 820 Follin Lane, Vienna, VA Heritage Oaks Drive, Pensacola, FL 32526
About Us
Navy Federal provides much more than a job. We provide a meaningful career experience, including a culture that is energized, engaged and committed; and fierce appreciation for our teams, who are rewarded with highly competitive pay and generous benefits and perks.
Our approach to careers is simple yet powerful: Make our mission your passion.
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Equal Employment Opportunity: All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected Veteran.
Hybrid Workplace: Navy Federal Credit Union is a hybrid workplace, and details will be discussed during your interview process.
Disclaimers: Navy Federal reserves the right to fill this role at a higher/lower grade level based on business need. 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
Bank Secrecy Act: Remains cognizant of and adheres to Navy Federal policies and procedures, and regulations pertaining to the Bank Secrecy Act.
Date Posted: 10 April 2025
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