We are currently looking for Data Scientist to join our growing Sofia based Analytics Team, established in 2007, as we are expanding our portfolio to support our North America Business.

As a Data Scientist, you will develop and validate robust analytical solutions for diverse clients – this includes ad hoc data analysis as well as development of statistical models for predicting and managing the behavior of consumers, utilizing machine learning techniques to enhance traditional credit risk models and improve predictive accuracy. You will be presenting results and business analysis to senior stakeholders (both internal and external) and support more junior team members in their day to day activities. You will report to Data Modeller-Manager.

What you will do:

Develop, validate, and maintain credit risk models, including application, behavioral, and collection scoring models
Utilize machine learning techniques to enhance traditional credit risk models and improve predictive accuracy
Work with large, complex datasets to extract insights and build risk assessment frameworks
Evaluate the performance of the trained models and presentation of the results to stakeholders
Produce ad-hoc analysis on the developed models
Work on proof-of-concept projects to support client needs
Maintenance and improvement of the existing model development pipeline
Research and development of new advanced analytics solutions

Qualifications

What you will bring:

3+ years of experience in Data Science role
A degree (BSc level) at a numerical discipline, such as Computer Science, Mathematics, Statistics and econometrics, Physics, etc.
Strong grasp of probability, statistical inference, optimization algorithms, linear algebra, and calculus.
Understanding of how and when to apply key analytical approaches including regression analysis and machine learning
Ability to write near-production-level code in at least one general purpose programming language (e.g. Python, C++)
To learn and understand new technologies
Analytical and problem-solving abilities, coupled with an enquiring mind
Experience with BI Tools such as Tableau and Power BI will be considered as an advantage.
Fluency in English