Senior Data Scientist, Credit
Mission Lane is seeking a Senior Data Scientist to enhance the machine learning models that drive its credit decision-making processes. As a purpose-driven fintech company, Mission Lane leverages advanced technology and data analytics to provide accessible and transparent credit solutions to individuals striving to build or rebuild their credit. The company is headquartered in Richmond, Virginia, and has been operational since 2018.
In this role, the Senior Data Scientist will design, build, and deploy supervised learning models that power Mission Lane's credit decisions, from initial experimentation through to production. Collaboration with credit risk and portfolio teams is essential to translate business questions into modeling problems and to communicate the trade-offs involved. The position also involves monitoring existing models in production, ensuring they perform as intended, and applying strong software engineering practices, including test-driven development and code reviews.
Candidates should possess a degree in a quantitative field and have at least one year of experience in a related role. Experience in creating, deploying, and managing supervised learning models within a production system is required, along with proficiency in Python and the Python data stack. Familiarity with command-line operations, shell scripting, databases, and cloud computing services is also necessary. The role may require occasional travel for in-person collaboration.
The compensation package includes an annual full-time starting base salary ranging from $120,000 to $134,000, with additional compensation through annual incentives and equity programs. Benefits encompass paid time off, a 401(k) match, a monthly wellness stipend, health, dental, and vision insurance options, disability coverage, paid parental leave, flexible spending accounts, and life insurance. Mission Lane operates with a remote-first work environment, allowing employees to thrive from their preferred locations.
Mission Lane is committed to fostering a workplace built on respect and dignity, guided by its core value of Unity. The company actively cultivates an environment where all individuals have the opportunity to do their best work. If you're looking for a place where your voice matters and your work has purpose, Mission Lane invites you to explore their open roles.