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# Lead Data Scientist

- **Company:** TransUnion LLC
- **Location:** Chicago, IL, United States
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Salary:** $100,000.0 - $160,000.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Java (Programming Language), Data Analysis, C++ (Programming Language), Computer Programming, Data Manipulation Languages, Data Mining, Linux, R (Programming Language), Apache Hadoop, Apache Hive, Python (Programming Language), Logistic Regression, Mainframes, Microsoft Office, Monte Carlo Methods, Principal Component Analysis, SAS (Software), SQL Databases, Guidewire PolicyCenter, Data Management
- **Published:** August 28, 2026
- **Apply:** https://transunion.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/TransUnion/job/Chicago-Illinois/Lead-Data-Scientist_19042125

## About the Role

* Master's or PhD degree in statistics, applied mathematics, financial mathematics, engineering, operations research, or another highly quantitative field. A track record of academic excellence
 * At least four (4) years of professional experience performing analytic work in Financial Services or related industries
 * Multiple examples of demonstrated success in client-facing roles over a period of at least three (3) years
 * Advanced programming skills; mastery of a statistical language such as R or SAS; experience using other programming and data manipulation languages (SQL, Hive, Pig, Python, C/C++, Java); familiarity with relational, MPP, and/or Hadoop data management frameworks; proficiency with Microsoft Office tools
 * Strong project management skills with the ability to manage multiple assignments effectively

We're also looking for the preferred skills below. Whether you are proficient or could use some brushing up, we're happy to support your development in:

 * An understanding of current industry challenges and trends at the level needed to proactively identify customers' analytical needs and related business opportunities

## Description

This role reports into a Director of Data Science & Analytics. The Financial Services Analytics team is an industry recognized, client-facing department that rewards an entrepreneurial spirit. We have deep technical expertise and an established reputation as an analytic solutions provider in the Financial Services industry., * You will partner with internal and external cross-functional teams to drive new business initiatives and deliver long term value-added product propositions for B2B customers in the US financial services segment at TransUnion. This includes but is not limited to the development of predictive risk management and business intelligence solutions for credit card issuers, auto & mortgage lenders, collections agencies and retail banks.

 * You will lead analytic client engagements involving descriptive, predictive, and prescriptive analysis through the consumer lending portfolio lifecycle, leveraging a variety of techniques (e.g., segmentation, logistic regression, survival analysis, principal component analysis, Monte Carlo simulation, scenario and sensitivity analysis).
 * You will design and write programs for data extraction, segmentation and statistical analysis on large population datasets using languages such as R, SAS, SQL, Hive, and Pig on Linux, PC, and mainframe computing platforms.
 * You will deliver analytic insights and recommendations in succinct and compelling presentations for internal and external customers and an executive audience.
 * You will develop project proposals, sales presentations and promotional collateral to enable the adoption of integrated customer solutions supported by TransUnion.
 * You will identify strategies and opportunities for customers to test and adopt TransUnion's analytic products and services.
 * You will provide mentorship and training to junior colleagues and maintain progress on all initiatives under limited direct supervision.
 * You will foster a high performance culture and cultivate an environment that promotes excellence and reflects the TransUnion brand., We are committed to being a place where diversity is not only present, it is embraced. As an equal opportunity employer, all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability status, veteran status, genetic information, marital status, citizenship status, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other characteristic protected by law. Additionally, in accordance with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 and the Vietnam Era Veterans' Readjustment Assistance Act of 1974, TransUnion takes affirmative action to employ and advance in employment qualified individuals with a disability and protected veterans in all levels of employment and develops annual affirmative action plans. Components of TransUnion's Affirmative Action Program for individuals with disabilities and protected veterans are available for review to any associate or applicant for employment upon request
by contacting ERCoE@transunion.com.

Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with applicable law, including the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and the California Fair Chance Act.

Adherence to Company policies, sound judgment and trustworthiness, working safely, communicating respectfully, and safeguarding business operations, confidential and proprietary information, and the Company's reputation are also essential expectations of this position.


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