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U.S. Bank Senior Quantitative Analyst - Artificial Intelligence/Machine Learning Expert - Minneapolis or Remote in Des Moines, Iowa

At U.S. Bank, we’re on a journey to do our best. Helping the customers and businesses we serve to make better and smarter financial decisions and enabling the communities we support to grow and succeed. We believe it takes all of us to bring our shared ambition to life, and each person is unique in their potential. A career with U.S. Bank gives you a wide, ever-growing range of opportunities to discover what makes you thrive at every stage of your career. Try new things, learn new skills and discover what you excel at—all from Day One.

Job Description

We’re looking for a sharp AI/Machine Learning expert who’s adept at advanced AI/ML algorithms and implementations to join our AI/ML Center of Excellence in Model Risk Management. The team plays a critical role in providing oversight to U.S. Bank’s Artificial Intelligence Models and tools across various business areas, such as Marketing, Fraud, Credit Risk and Bank Operations.

As a Senior Quant You will provide validation expertise and consulting services related to AI/ML model development and model review, including best practices on algorithm development and selection, model risk mitigation and remediation, building benchmark AI models, identify gaps and deficiencies in AI model development and monitoring process, just to name a few. In addition, you will conduct R&D for AI/ML methodologies and their potential applications and use cases.

Deliverables include reviewing model development documentation, creating and/or testing of advanced statistical and AI/ML models, creating technical guidance documents, and communicating such models to stakeholders within the Bank.

Basic Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in a quantitative field required with at least 10 years of relevant experience

OR

  • MA/MS in a quantitative field, and 6 or more years of related experience

OR

  • PhD in a quantitative field, and 5 or more years of related experience

Preferred Skills/Experience

  • Strong statistical modeling background and hands on model development or validation skills

- Considerable knowledge of various machine learning algorithms and their applications, including Random Forest, GBM, XGBoost, deep learning, NLP, computer vision

  • Experience with building complex deep learning architectures such as MLPs, RNNs and CNNs

  • Strong programming skills using Python packages such as Numpy, Pandas and scikit-learn

  • Hands on experience with deep learning software frameworks such as PyTorch, Tensorflow/Keras, MXNet are strongly preferred

  • Experience in financial industry is preferred but not required

  • Advanced understanding of Model Risk Management and OCC SR 11-7 is a plus

  • Demonstrated independence, teamwork and leadership skills

  • Strong project management skills

  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills

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Benefits:

Our approach to benefits and total rewards considers our team members’ whole selves and what may be needed to thrive in and outside work. That's why our benefits are designed to help you and your family boost your health, protect your financial security and give you peace of mind. Our benefits include the following (some may vary based on role, location or hours):

  • Healthcare (medical, dental, vision)

  • Basic term and optional term life insurance

  • Short-term and long-term disability

  • Pregnancy disability and parental leave

  • 401(k) and employer-funded retirement plan

  • Paid vacation (from two to five weeks depending on salary grade and tenure)

  • Up to 11 paid holiday opportunities

  • Adoption assistance

  • Sick and Safe Leave accruals of one hour for every 30 worked, up to 80 hours per calendar year unless otherwise provided by law

EEO is the Law

U.S. Bank is an equal opportunity employer committed to creating a diverse workforce. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, religion, color, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or veteran status, among other factors. Applicants can learn more about the company’s status as an equal opportunity employer by viewing the federal KNOW YOUR RIGHTS (https://eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2022-10/EEOC_KnowYourRights_screen_reader_10_20.pdf) EEO poster.

E-Verify

U.S. Bank participates in the U.S. Department of Homeland Security E-Verify program in all facilities located in the United States and certain U.S. territories. The E-Verify program is an Internet-based employment eligibility verification system operated by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services. Learn more about the E-Verify program (https://careers.usbank.com/verification-of-eligibility-for-employment) .

The salary range reflects figures based on the primary location, which is listed first. The actual range for the role may differ based on the location of the role. In addition to salary, US Bank offers a comprehensive benefits package, including incentive and recognition programs, equity stock purchase 401k contribution and pension (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements). Pay Range: $125,715.00 - $147,900.00 - $162,690.00

U.S. Bank will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.

U.S. Bank is an equal opportunity employer committed to creating a diverse workforce. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, religion, color, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or veteran status, among other factors.

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