Manager, Data Science

Toyota Motor • Plano, TX

76d • Remote

About The Position

Toyota Financial Services (TFS) seeks a dynamic and experienced Data Science Manager to drive data-driven innovation across our organization. The role offers the opportunity to lead strategic data science initiatives across multiple business domains, including Sales and Marketing, Credit Risk, Residual Value, Customer Management and Collections, Insurance. As an ideal candidate, you'll combine hands-on technical expertise with strong leadership abilities to guide both project outcomes and team development.

Requirements

• Master's degree or higher in Statistics, Data Science, Computer Science, Mathematics, or related quantitative field
• At least 5 years of progressive experience in applied data science and analytics
• Demonstrated experience leading and mentoring junior data scientists and analysts
• Track record of successfully delivering complex data science projects in a business environment
• Strong proficiency in Python and its data science ecosystem
• Extensive experience with modern machine learning frameworks including scikit-learn, PyTorch, and statsmodels
• Deep understanding of statistical and machine learning techniques
• Experience with data manipulation, cleaning, and pipeline development
• Proven ability to translate complex technical concepts into actionable business insights
• Strong problem-solving skills with a proactive approach to identifying opportunities
• Excellence in stakeholder management and cross-functional collaboration
• Outstanding written and verbal communication skills

Nice To Haves

• Ph.D. in Statistics, Mathematics, Economics, Computer Science, or related quantitative field
• Experience deploying and scaling machine learning models on cloud platforms (AWS SageMaker, Azure ML)
• Understanding of cloud-based data processing and storage solutions
• Knowledge of MLOps best practices and deployment workflows
• Track record of successfully influencing and driving change across multiple departments
• Experience managing complex, cross-functional initiatives with competing priorities
• Ability to build consensus and align stakeholders around data science initiatives
• Experience modernizing legacy systems and processes
• Knowledge of data architecture principles and system integration
• Proven ability to design and implement scalable data science solutions

Responsibilities

• Spearhead the development of sophisticated predictive and prescriptive models that drive business value
• Establish and maintain data science best practices, methodologies, and quality standards
• Design and implement scalable data pipelines for extracting, transforming, and analyzing complex datasets
• Translate analytical insights into clear, actionable recommendations for senior leadership
• Regularly participate in code review and hold a high bar for code quality
• Build and mentor a high-performing team of data scientists, fostering their professional growth and technical capabilities
• Balance hands-on model development with strategic team leadership
• Drive project execution through both direct reports and cross-functional project teams
• Partner with business leaders to identify high-impact opportunities for data science applications
• Present complex analytical findings to stakeholders at all levels of the organization
• Develop and execute data science strategies that align with TFS's business objectives
• Lead the evaluation and adoption of emerging data science technologies and methodologies

Benefits

• A work environment built on teamwork, flexibility and respect
• Professional growth and development programs to help advance your career, as well as tuition reimbursement
• Team Member Vehicle Purchase Discount
• Toyota Team Member Lease Vehicle Program (if applicable)
• Comprehensive health care and wellness plans for your entire family
• Toyota 401(k) Savings Plan featuring a company match, as well as an annual retirement contribution from Toyota regardless of whether you contribute
• Paid holidays and paid time off
• Referral services related to prenatal services, adoption, childcare, schools and more
• Tax Advantage Accounts (Health Savings Account, health Care FSA, Dependent Care FSA)

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Credit Intermediation and Related Activities
• Education Level: Master's degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees