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To ensure that Visa’s payment technology is truly available to everyone, everywhere requires the success of our key bank or merchant partners and internal business units. The Global Data Science group supports these partners by using our extraordinarily rich data set that spans more than 3 billion cards globally and captures more than 100 billion transactions in a single year. Our focus lies on building creative solutions that have an immediate impact on the business of our highly analytical partners. We work in complementary teams comprising members from Data Science and various groups at Visa. To support our rapidly growing group we are looking for Data Scientists who are equally passionate about the opportunity to use Visa’s rich data to tackle meaningful business problems.

Essential Functions

Lead data science team supporting issuers or merchants, including project oversight, coaching and professional development
Manage offshore relationships, including vendor management, performance tracking and onboarding/offboarding activities
Manage Data Engineering relationships, including creating and maintaining roadmaps and prioritizations
Manage 5 to 10 projects in parallel, from conception to completion utilizing a team of 5 to 7 experienced professionals
Experience building and managing teams of data scientists
Strong analytical skills, with demonstrated intellectual and analytical rigor and ability to work with large data sets to synthesize key impacts for clients.
Develop propensity, segmentation, and other predictive models to drive business impact
Proactively engage with clients and Visa client leadership in regular strategic & planning discussions, cultivate and manage a pipeline of work with clients
Develop frameworks, approaches, solutions, and recommendations that effectively and efficiently address the most impactful opportunities and challenges.
Partner with peers in other functional areas (e.g., marketing, analytics, risk, innovation) and across global regional teams to execute projects in ways that leverage the breadth and depth of Visa’s resources
Executive Presence including excellent communication and presentation skills, written and verbal and ability to communicate at all levels within large organizations.
Demonstrated leadership, managerial and collaboration capabilities, particularly with those who are not direct reports as may be found in a matrixed organization.

This is a hybrid position. Expectation of days in office will be confirmed by your Hiring Manager.

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What You Should Know About Senior Director, Data Science, Visa

If you’re an innovative thinker with a passion for data, Visa is looking for you to join us as the Senior Director of Data Science in Atlanta! In this role, you’ll be at the heart of transforming our key bank and merchant partners' businesses by leveraging our vast wealth of data, which encompasses over 3 billion cards and 100 billion transactions a year. Here, creativity meets analytics! As part of the Global Data Science group, you’ll lead a dynamic team, guiding them in crafting solutions that have a real, immediate impact. You’ll oversee multiple projects, ranging from developing predictive models to engaging directly with clients and Visa leadership to understand their needs. This role not only requires strong analytical and managerial skills, but also the ability to communicate effectively with stakeholders at all levels. You'll collaborate with diverse teams, enhancing our capabilities while ensuring our partners succeed. If you thrive in a fast-paced, hybrid environment, where building relationships and delivering actionable insights are core to your success, then this is the perfect opportunity to make your mark at Visa. Join us, and be part of a team that values your expertise and encourages your professional growth!

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What are the responsibilities of a Senior Director, Data Science at Visa?

As a Senior Director, Data Science at Visa, you will oversee a diverse team of data scientists, manage several projects simultaneously, and ensure alignment with our partners' needs. Your responsibilities include developing predictive models, strategizing data-driven solutions, engaging with clients, and collaborating with other departments to achieve organizational goals.