Director, Data Scientist
Mastercard•O'fallon, MO
•$170,000 - $281,000•Onsite
About The Position
The AI Ops team is seeking a Director of Data Science to lead enterprise data science strategy and drive AI-powered solutions that improve reliability and performance at scale. The ideal candidate is a strategic people leader who is highly motivated, intellectually curious, analytical, and passionate about translating complex data into scalable AI and machine learning solutions.
Requirements
- Advanced expertise in data science, machine learning, artificial intelligence, and predictive modeling, with proven ability to deliver enterprise-scale solutions that drive measurable business impact
- Strong experience applying machine learning, deep learning, and generative AI techniques to large-scale, complex datasets and operational challenges
- Strong foundation in applied mathematics, statistics, algorithm design, and model validation, with the ability to build scalable, robust, and business-aligned solutions
- Proven ability to translate complex data into actionable insights, define success metrics, and influence strategic business decisions through analytics
- Demonstrated success leading high-performing data science teams, mentoring junior team members, developing talent, and aligning team capabilities to long-term business and organizational strategy
Nice To Haves
- Familiarity with AI Ops, MLOps, model lifecycle management, production deployment, or highly regulated large-scale enterprise environments is highly valued
Responsibilities
- Define and execute data science strategy aligned to AI Ops and enterprise priorities, identifying opportunities where AI and advanced analytics can improve operational resilience, performance, and decision-making
- Lead the design, development, and deployment of machine learning, deep learning, predictive modeling, and generative AI solutions that address complex operational challenges
- Establish best practices for model development, validation, governance, and lifecycle management to ensure scalable, reliable, and production-ready solutions
- Translate complex data and analytical insights into strategic recommendations that influence executive decision-making and measurable business outcomes.
- Partner across Engineering, Product, Operations, and AI/ML Engineering teams to operationalize models and enable intelligent automation across platforms.
- Build and develop high-performing data science teams, fostering innovation, accountability, technical excellence, continuous learning, and mentorship for junior team members.
Benefits
- insurance (including medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, disability, life insurance)
- flexible spending account and health savings account
- 16 weeks of new parent leave
- up to 20 days of bereavement leave
- 80 hours of Paid Sick and Safe Time
- 25 days of vacation time
- 5 personal days
- 10 annual paid U.S. observed holidays
- 401k with a best-in-class company match
- deferred compensation for eligible roles
- fitness reimbursement or on-site fitness facilities
- eligibility for tuition reimbursement
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Director
Education Level
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