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Technology - Data Analytics & Management
Are you interested in building capabilities that enable the organization with innovation, speed, agility, scalability and efficiency? The Global Technology team takes great pride in our culture where digital transformation is built into our DNA! When you join our organization at Prudential, youll unlock an exciting and impactful career all while growing your skills and advancing your profession at one of the worlds leading financial services institutions.
As a Director, Data Scientist Emerging Markets, you will partner with Machine Learning Engineers, Data Engineers, Data Analysts and other professionals to develop and execute of advanced analytic models and methods, focusing specifically on supporting the Prudential Emerging Markets strategy. You will implement machine learning models that will deliver stability, producibility, scalability and integration with other products and services. You will implement capabilities to solve sophisticated business problems, deploy innovative products, services and experiences to delight our customers! In addition to deep technical expertise and experience, you will bring excellent problem solving, communication and teamwork skills, along with agile ways of working, strong business insight, an inclusive leadership attitude and a continuous learning focus to all that you do.
Here is what you can expect in a typical day:
Provide deep technical leadership to a portfolio of high impact data science initiatives. Identify the optimal sets of data, models, training, and testing techniques required for successful product delivery.
Manage team members in data analysis and model development, testing, training, and tuning. Apply hands-on experience to ensuring best-in-class model development. Mentor team members in technical skill development.
Communicate clearly and concisely, in writing and verbally, all facets of model design and development. Continuously look for insights in models developed and generate new ideas for model improvement.
Manage external vendors in the execution of parts of the data science development process.
Leverage continuous integration and continuous deployment best practices, including test automation and monitoring, to ensure successful deployment of ML models and application code
Bring a deep understanding of relevant and emerging technologies, give technical direction to team members and embed learning and innovation in the day-to-day
Work on significant and unique issues where analysis of situations or data requires an evaluation of intangible variables and may impact future concepts, products or technologies
Use programming languages including but not limited to Python, R, SQL, Java or Scala, SQL
The Skills and expertise you bring:
Master in Statistics, Data Science, Computer Science or Engineering or experience in related fields
Ability to lead independently with minimal guidance and effectively leverage diverse ideas, experiences, thoughts and perspectives to the benefit of the organization
Experience with agile development methodologies and Test-Driven Development (TDD)
Knowledge of business concepts, tools and processes that are needed for making sound decisions in the context of the company's business
Ability to learn new skills and knowledge on an on-going basis through self-initiative and tackling challenges
Excellent problem solving, communication and collaboration skills
Significant experience and/or deep expertise with several of the following:
Data Acquisition and Transformation: Acquiring data from disparate data sources using API's, SQL and NoSQL. Transforming data using SQL, NoSQL, and Python. Visualizing data using a diverse tool set including but not limited to Python and R.
Database Management System:
Knowledge of how to work with data from (do not build)
SQL skills (relational) - CORE / Initial Proficiency
Unstructured (NoSQL)
Graph / ontology (DB Graph)
Data Analysis and Insights: Analyzing structured and unstructured data using data visualization, manipulation, and statistical methods to identify patterns, anomalies, relationships, and trends.
Statistics and Computing: Strong knowledge of: Calculus, Multivariable Calculus, Linear Algebra, Differential Equations, Probability, Statistics, Applied Probability, Applied Statistics, Computer Science (Programming Methodologies), and Cloud.
Machine Learning: Deep understanding of machine learning theory, including the mathematics underlying machine learning algorithms. Expertise in the application of machine learning theory to building, training, testing, and monitoring machine learning models.
GenAI: Experience with building GenAI applications and proficiency in prompt engineering
Programming Languages: Python, R, SQL, Java or Scala, SQL
What we offer you:
Market competitive base salaries, with a yearly bonus potential at every level
Medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability insurance, Paid Time Off (PTO), and leave of absences, such as parental and military leave
Retirement plans:
401(k) plan with company match (up to 4%)
Company-funded pension plan
Wellness Programs to help you achieve your wellbeing goals, including up to $1,600 a year for reimbursement of items purchased to support personal wellbeing needs
Work/Life Resources to help support topics such as parenting, housing, senior care, finances, pets, legal matters, education, emotional and mental health, and career development.
Tuition Assistance to help finance traditional college enrollment toward obtaining an approved degree, many accredited certificate programs, and industry designations.
Employee Stock Purchase Plan: Shares can be purchased...

Equal Opportunity Employer - minorities/females/veterans/individuals with disabilities/sexual orientation/gender identity