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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Senior Manager - Data Science - **Company:** American Express Company - **Location:** New York, NY, United States - **Experience:** Expert - **Salary:** $123,000.0 - $215,250.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Artificial Intelligence, Data Analysis, Data Mining, Python (Programming Language), Machine Learning, Standard Sql, Working Model 2D, Feature Engineering, Model Validation, Pyspark, Performance Monitor, Machine Learning Operations - **Published:** August 5, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.juju.com/job/00000000gm5s8n ## About the Role + Bachelor's degree in a quantitative field (e.g., Statistics, Mathematics, Engineering, Economics) or equivalent practical experience + 3+ years of experience in **data science, decision science, or advanced analytics** , ideally in financial services or a related industry + Proven ability to **apply modern machine learning techniques** to solve real-world business problems + Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to **translate ambiguous business questions into analytical frameworks** + Hands-on experience with **Python, PySpark, and SQL** + Solid understanding of **data mining, feature engineering, and model evaluation techniques** Preferred Qualifications + Master's or PhD in a quantitative field + Experience building and deploying models in **production environments** + Familiarity with **marketing analytics, customer targeting, or credit/risk modeling** + Strong storytelling skills with the ability to **influence non-technical stakeholders** What Sets You Apart + You think like an owner and **care about business impact-not just model accuracy** + You're curious, experimental, and constantly exploring **new techniques and approaches** + You thrive in a collaborative environment and enjoy **turning data into strategy** ## Description What You'll Do As a Senior Manager, Data Science, you will lead the development of **next-generation decision science solutions** that power Expense Management growth and customer engagement strategies. You will: + **Design and deploy advanced machine learning models** to optimize customer targeting, eligibility, and propensity segmentation + **Drive end-to-end data science solutions** -from problem framing and feature engineering to model deployment and performance monitoring + **Enhance commercial data ecosystems** , identifying new data signals and features that unlock incremental business value + **Partner closely with marketing, product, and strategy teams** to translate business needs into scalable analytical solutions + **Influence acquisition and engagement strategies** through data-driven insights and experimentation + **Champion model governance and responsible AI practices** , ensuring models meet enterprise risk and compliance standards + **Communicate complex findings clearly** to senior stakeholders, shaping decision-making with actionable insights Why This Role Matters + Your work will directly impact **customer growth, profitability, and targeting strategy** across a global portfolio + You'll operate at the intersection of **data science, marketing, and commercial strategy** + You'll help define **how American Express leverages AI/ML for competitive advantage**, We back our colleagues with the support they need to thrive, professionally and personally. That's why we have Amex Flex, our enterprise working model that provides greater flexibility to colleagues while ensuring we preserve the important aspects of our unique in-person culture. 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