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Vanguard

Data Scientist, Specialist

Charlotte, NC

Performs deep dive diagnostic, predictive, and prescriptive analytics to support data-driven business decision making supporting the Personal Investor business

Core Responsibilities

1. Develops queries and performs extensive programming to access, transform, and prepare data for statistical modeling.
2. Performs deep dive diagnostic, predictive, and prescriptive analytics to support data-driven business decision making.
3. Identifies and diagnoses data inconsistencies and errors, documents data assumptions, and forages to fill data gaps.
4. Engages with internal stakeholders to understand and probe business processes in order to develop hypotheses. Brings structure to requests and translates requirements into an analytic approach.

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5. Guides test design, research design, and model validation. Provides statistical consultation services. Serves as the analytics expert on cross functional teams for large strategic initiatives and contributes to the growth of the Vanguard analytic community.
6. Prepares and delivers insight presentations and action recommendations. Communicates complex analytical findings and implications to business partners.
7. Participates in special projects and performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications
  • Minimum of three years experience building models through a combination of prior work experience and/or education. Experience with data wrangling required - Programming skills to access, transform and prepare large scale data for statistical modeling. Experience utilizing statistical and machine learning methods required.
  • Graduate degree (MS or PhD) in Computer Science, Applied Mathematics, Operations Research, Economics, Statistics or related analytical field of study or equivalent combination of training and experience.
  • Strong knowledge of AI/ML with specific emphasis on GenAI foundations including solid NLP skills, experience working with LLM's both open source models such as GPTNeoX, LLama 2.0, FLAN -T5, etc.. but also commercial models such as GPT-4
  • Demonstrated experience with practical use of GenAI models for projects based on work experience or projects for degree requirements or other skills development projects: this should involve indepth understanding of and working with open source models, fine tuning LLM's, optimizing LLM's, and knowlegeable about the engineering dimensions of optimizing LLM's through PEFT, Quantization, etc..
Special Factors

Sponsorship

Vanguard is offering visa sponsorship for this position.

About Vanguard

We are Vanguard. Together, we're changing the way the world invests.

For us, investing doesn't just end in value. It starts with values. Because when you invest with courage, when you invest with clarity, and when you invest with care, you can get so much more in return. We invest with purpose - and that's how we've become a global market leader. Here, we grow by doing the right thing for the people we serve. And so can you.

We want to make success accessible to everyone. This is our opportunity. Let's make it count.

Inclusion Statement

Vanguard's continued commitment to diversity and inclusion is firmly rooted in our culture. Every decision we make to best serve our clients, crew (internally employees are referred to as crew), and communities is guided by one simple statement: "Do the right thing."

We believe that a critical aspect of doing the right thing requires building diverse, inclusive, and highly effective teams of individuals who are as unique as the clients they serve. We empower our crew to contribute their distinct strengths to achieving Vanguard's core purpose through our values.

When all crew members feel valued and included, our ability to collaborate and innovate is amplified, and we are united in delivering on Vanguard's core purpose.

Our core purpose: To take a stand for all investors, to treat them fairly, and to give them the best chance for investment success.

How We Work

Vanguard has implemented a hybrid working model for the majority of our crew members, designed to capture the benefits of enhanced flexibility while enabling in-person learning, collaboration, and connection. We believe our mission-driven and highly collaborative culture is a critical enabler to support long-term client outcomes and enrich the employee experience.

Client-provided location(s): Charlotte, NC, USA; Malvern, PA 19355, USA
Job ID: Vanguard-159453
Employment Type: Full Time

Perks and Benefits

  • Health and Wellness

    • FSA
    • HSA
    • Health Reimbursement Account
    • Fitness Subsidies
    • On-Site Gym
    • HSA With Employer Contribution
    • Health Insurance
    • Dental Insurance
    • Vision Insurance
    • Life Insurance
    • Short-Term Disability
    • Long-Term Disability
    • Mental Health Benefits
    • Virtual Fitness Classes
    • Pet Insurance
  • Parental Benefits

    • Non-Birth Parent or Paternity Leave
    • Birth Parent or Maternity Leave
    • Fertility Benefits
    • Adoption Assistance Program
    • Family Support Resources
    • Adoption Leave
  • Work Flexibility

    • Flexible Work Hours
    • Hybrid Work Opportunities
  • Office Life and Perks

    • Company Outings
    • Commuter Benefits Program
    • Casual Dress
    • Happy Hours
    • Snacks
    • Some Meals Provided
    • On-Site Cafeteria
  • Vacation and Time Off

    • Personal/Sick Days
    • Paid Holidays
    • Paid Vacation
    • Volunteer Time Off
    • Leave of Absence
  • Financial and Retirement

    • Relocation Assistance
    • Performance Bonus
    • 401(K) With Company Matching
    • 401(K)
    • Financial Counseling
    • Profit Sharing
  • Professional Development

    • Promote From Within
    • Mentor Program
    • Shadowing Opportunities
    • Access to Online Courses
    • Tuition Reimbursement
    • Internship Program
    • Lunch and Learns
    • Leadership Training Program
  • Diversity and Inclusion

    • Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Program
    • Employee Resource Groups (ERG)

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