Senior Data Scientist - Card Program Management

As a Senior Data Scientist at Marqeta, you will be responsible for devising a comprehensive metrics-driven framework to track product performance and operational efficiency within the Card Program Management Organization. You will lead internal meetings to track progress and support ad-hoc complex analysis to identify emerging trends and potential issues. Additionally, you will build automation through scripting and collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement data elements needed for end-to-end business performance tracking. This role requires expertise in SQL, proficiency in technical skills such as Python, and experience in payments, financial services, or Fintech.

• Devise the metrics and performance tracking framework for the Card Program Management Organization
• Partner with cross-functional teams to bring the metrics driven performance framework to life
• Support the needs of external partners in functions such as Compliance, Revenue, Legal, and Product
• Help with light-weight process automation through scripts
• Possess strong SQL skills
• Act as the department-specific data lead and partner with central data and engineering teams
• Improve end-to-end processes to yield better customer experiences
• Build a comprehensive metrics driven framework to track product performance and operational efficiency
• Lead internal monthly and ad-hoc Run the Business meetings to track progress
• Build automation through Python scripting or other methods to reduce repetitive tasks
• Support ad-hoc complex analysis to identify potential issues or emerging trends
• Proxy metrics where current methods are not suitable and build a roadmap for implementing necessary data elements
• Build out the analytics function within the Card Program Management organization
• Lead planning and resourcing efforts for efficient and data-driven execution

• 2-5 Years of experience in payments, financial services and/or Fintech
• Expert-level SQL skills, including 5+ years experience working with large data sets
• Intermediate to advanced technical skills (e.g. Python, R, or other automation-focused languages)
• Proficiency with dashboard and/or business intelligence tools

• Flexible time off – take what you need
• Retirement savings program with company contribution
• Equity in a publicly-traded company and an Employee Stock Purchase Program
• Health insurance premiums paid 100% + coverage for dependents and pets
• Family-forming benefits, fertility support, and up to 20 weeks of Parental Leave
• Free therapy sessions, financial coaching, and legal advice
• Monthly stipend to support our remote work model (#LI-Remote)