Founded in 2009, Zest AI has been pioneering innovative AI technology with a mission to expand credit access to create opportunities for more Americans to pursue their financial goals. Zest AI is transforming the $17 trillion US consumer credit market by delivering AI technology that helps lenders identify creditworthy borrowers overlooked by traditional methods, while leveling the playing field so financial institutions of all sizes can harness AI to provide better lending experiences.

With over 50 issued and pending patents across automation, accuracy, performance, and model explainability, Zest AI is a leader in financial technology, providing financial institutions with AI tools that create a more resilient US financial system and a stronger U.S. economy. With over 600 active AI models, financial institutions rely on Zest AI's comprehensive suite of solutions spanning marketing, underwriting, fraud detection, lending intelligence, and more to make smarter lending decisions while improving profitability. This US-based technology as a service company is headquartered in Los Angeles, California.

About the Role

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Data Analyst to join our Data Science team. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in data analysis and preferably have past experience working with financial lending institutions. As a Senior Data Analyst you will deliver and sometimes lead business analysis that supports the entire customer lifecycle, from customer onboarding to solution deployment. Additionally, you will work closely with Data Scientists, Engineers, and Client Engagement to develop new end-to-end analysis-related ML products and drive analysis research projects.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and mentor a team of Data Analysts and supporting Data Scientists to deliver high-quality data-backed solutions.
• Translate the impact of complex machine learning models into actionable and meaningful business insights.
• Ensure clients understand the effect of their decisions and the associated trade-offs through clear and effective communication.
• Conduct and manage ad-hoc data analyses, ranging in depth and breadth, often relying on key and clear visualizations.
• Conduct statistical analyses, testing, and deliver insights to solve business challenges.
• Lead the development of analysis-related products and support related applied research activities.
• Collaborate with machine learning engineers to establish requirements and support development, and make minor adjustments to existing analytical code bases, including submitting pull requests to support development work.
• Identify areas for operational improvement to reduce delivery timelines and increase efficiency by collaborating closely with development teams.
• Communicate findings and insights to stakeholders clearly and concisely.

Requirements

• 2+ years of experience in a data analysis role.
• Experience working in analytical or quantitative teams or projects for a financial institution, such as banks, credit unions, or a fintech company strongly preferred.
• Experience in an aspect of credit lending is strongly preferred.
• Strong proficiency using data analysis tools and programming languages such as SQL, Python, etc.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.
• Good understanding of machine learning.
• Excellent business acumen and ability to understand and solve complex business problems.
• Good project management skills, with a proven track record of delivering projects on time and within scope

Perks and benefits:

• The opportunity to join a mission-focused company
• People – the best part of Zest
• Robust medical, dental and vision insurance plans
• Annual bonus plan participation
• 401(k) with generous match
• Employee Awards and Recognition
• 11 company holidays
• Winter break (office closed between Christmas and New Year's Day)
• Unlimited vacation time
• Employee Resource Groups
• Generous family leave policy (12 week maternity leave / 6 week paternity leave)
• Phone, internet, wellness, and professional development allowances
• Employee gatherings, including Town Hall meetings

Additionally, Zestys based locally and around our Burbank HQ enjoy:

• Beautiful, modern, dog-friendly office with lounge areas, video games, and gigantic jigsaw puzzles
• Daily catered lunches from LA’s best restaurants and a fully stocked kitchen
• Complimentary manicures, pedicures, and mindfulness sessions
• Company happy hours, social events, outings, and much more!

About Zest AI:

Creating a diverse and inclusive culture where all are welcomed, valued, and empowered to achieve our full potential is important to who we are and where we’re headed in the future. We know that unique backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives help us think bigger, spark innovation, and succeed together. Zest is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion and encourages professionals from underrepresented groups in technology and financial services to apply.

Our core values are Communication, Collaboration, Bias for Action, Client-centricity, and Heart. Learn more at Zest.ai, follow us on LinkedIn (linkedin.com/company/zest-ai/) or Twitter @Zest_AI, or check out our Insights blog (https://www.zest.ai/cms/insights