Senior Director of Data Science and Innovation

3 weeks ago

Washington, United States Visa Inc. Full time
About the Role

We are seeking a highly experienced and visionary Senior Director of Data Science and Innovation to lead our Global Data Science team at Visa Inc. As a key member of our organization, you will be responsible for driving the development and implementation of cutting-edge data science and AI solutions that will shape the future of our business.

Key Responsibilities
  • Technical Leadership: Develop and execute a comprehensive vision for data science capabilities in the personalization space, leading the design and development of large-scale data science systems, and fostering innovation and experimentation within the team.
  • Team Management: Lead and manage a team of data scientists, providing guidance and mentorship to ensure high-quality deliverables, fostering a culture of collaboration, innovation, and continuous learning.
  • Data Science: Apply advanced data science techniques to drive business impact, staying up-to-date with industry trends and emerging technologies, developing and maintaining expertise in multiple programming languages and data science tools, and working closely with cross-functional teams to integrate data science capabilities.
  • Communication: Communicate complex technical concepts and results to stakeholders, presenting data science capabilities and results to senior leadership and business partners.
Requirements
  • 12 or more years of work experience with a Bachelor's Degree or at least 10 years of work experience with an Advanced degree (e.g. Masters/MBA/JD/MD), or a minimum of 5 years of work experience with a PhD.
  • 15 or more years of experience with a Bachelor's Degree or 12 years of experience with an Advanced Degree (e.g. Masters, MBA, JD, or MD), PhD with 9+ years of experience.
  • 15+ years of hands-on experience developing advanced data science models, 8+ years of experience leading data science teams.
  • Advanced Degree/PhD with specialization in AI, Computer Science, Operations Research, Statistics or a highly quantitative field.
  • Strengths in Deep Learning, Machine Learning, Recommendation systems, Generative models, Statistical analyses.
  • Expertise in multiple programming languages (e.g., Python, R, Spark).
  • Experience with data science tools and technologies (e.g., TensorFlow, PyTorch, scikit-learn).
  • Experience working with real-world data sets and building scalable models from large-scale data.
  • Experience working with cross-functional teams (e.g., product, engineering, marketing).
  • Fluent storyteller with superior interpersonal skills.
  • Orientation to detail, as expected to ensure highest level of quality/rigor.
  • Strong project management skills and the ability to meet deadlines in a fast-moving work environment.
  • Ability to coach, lead and provide direction to a technical data science team.
  • Possess a collaborative, diplomatic, and flexible style, with the ability to tailor communication to various audience levels.
  • Results oriented with strong conceptual, analytical, and problem-solving skills, with demonstrated intellectual and analytical rigor.
  • Exhibit intellectual curiosity and strive to continually learn.
  • Experience working in global organizations and roles that need collaboration with stakeholders, partners and development team spread around the globe, gathering regional and global requirements.
  • Previous exposure to financial services, payments industry is a plus but not mandatory.

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