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Senior Data Scientist (Member Analytics & Strategy)

Navy Federal Credit Union

Navy Federal Credit Union

Data Science
Vienna, VA, USA
Posted on Mar 8, 2026

Navy Federal Credit Union currently does not provide sponsorship for this role. Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States without the need for current or future sponsorship.

Provide independent data science, machine learning, and advanced analytical insights using member, financial, and organizational data to support mission‑critical decision‑making across the enterprise. Partner with business units to understand business needs, translate them into analytical solutions, and identify opportunities for new products, services, and process optimization through the application of advanced analytics. Design, develop, and deploy descriptive, predictive, and prescriptive models that inform strategy, improve performance, and optimize member outcomes. Embed analytics into strategic planning and operational workflows to enable leaders to measure what matters, identify growth opportunities, and anticipate member needs. Perform work assignments of increasing complexity under moderate supervision, exercising sound independent judgment. Serve as an experienced professional within the field, applying a strong, well‑developed skill set and proficiency in data science and analytics methodologies.

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Navy Federal provides much more than a job. We provide a meaningful career experience, including a culture that is energized, engaged and committed; and fierce appreciation for our teams, who are rewarded with highly competitive pay and generous benefits and perks.

Our approach to careers is simple yet powerful: Make our mission your passion.

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Equal Employment Opportunity: All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, sex, color, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, genetic information, gender identity or any other basis protected by applicable law.

Accommodations: If you need accommodation or assistance for a qualifying condition to complete the online application (or during any stage of the hiring process), you can contact Navy Federal's Medical Accommodations team at medicalaccommodations@navyfederal.org or by calling 1-888-503-6013. This team cannot provide any information on job postings or application status.

Disclaimers: Navy Federal reserves the right to fill this role at a higher/lower grade level based on business need. An assessment may be required to compete for this position. Job postings are subject to close early or extend out longer than the anticipated closing date at the hiring team’s discretion based on qualified applicant volume. Navy Federal Credit Union assesses market data to establish salary ranges that enable us to remain competitive. You are paid within the salary range, based on your experience, location and market position. For additional details regarding compensation and benefits, review the Benefits page of the Navy Federal Career Site.

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Provide independent data science, machine learning, and advanced analytical insights using member, financial, and organizational data to support mission critical decision making across the enterprise. Partner with business units to understand business needs, translate them into analytical solutions, and identify opportunities for new products, services, and process optimization through the application of advanced analytics. Design, develop, and deploy descriptive, predictive, and prescriptive models that inform strategy, improve performance, and optimize member outcomes. Embed analytics into strategic planning and operational workflows to enable leaders to measure what matters, identify growth opportunities, and anticipate member needs. Perform work assignments of increasing complexity under moderate supervision, exercising sound independent judgment. Serve as an experienced professional within the field, applying a strong, well developed skill set and proficiency in data science and a
  • 3+ years of experience in exploratory data analysis

  • Advanced understanding of business and operating environment

  • Knowledge of statistics, programming, data modeling, simulation, and advanced mathematics

  • Experience with large data environments and modern analytical tools.

  • Experience with model lifecycle execution, including model development, testing, and validation

  • Experience presenting analytical findings and insights to audiences with varying technical backgrounds

  • Strong data storytelling and technical presentation skills, including experience creating presentation materials in PowerPoint.

  • Experience documenting analytical work, technical documentation, and drafting SOPs

  • Strong research, analytical, and critical thinking skills.

  • Ability to collaborate and build relationships across technical and business teams

  • Strong problem solving skills and sound judgment when responding to issues and opportunities

  • Technical skills including big data analysis, coding, project management, and technical writing

  • Bachelor’s degree in Data Science, Statistics, Mathematics, Computer Science, Engineering, or a related quantitative field

Desired Qualifications

  • Master’s or PhD in Data Science, Statistics, Mathematics, Computer Science, Engineering, or similar quantitative discipline

  • Experience working in consulting or highly cross-functional analytical environments

  • Experience owning analytical projects or leading small analytical initiatives

  • Experience working in cloud or distributed data environments

Hours: Monday - Friday, 8:00AM - 4:30PM
Location: 820 Follin Lane, Vienna, VA 22180


  • Design and develop analytical solutions, segmentation logic, and moderately complex algorithms to support member analytics and enterprise decision‑making

  • Identify meaningful insights from large, complex member, financial, and organizational data and metadata sources

  • Apply analytical techniques, trend analysis, and exploratory methods to interpret data and generate actionable insights

  • Exercise sound judgment and discretion within defined procedures and practices, applying independent analytical reasoning

  • Use analytical modeling and trend analysis to assess patterns in member behavior, performance, and outcomes

  • Apply and promote best practices related to responsible analytics and ethical use of data and AI

  • Transform complex analytical results into clear charts, tables, and data products that support effective decision‑making

  • Build strong working relationships with team members, business partners, and subject matter experts

  • Lead potentially high‑impact projects or workstreams, contributing technical direction and analytical expertise

  • Communicate findings through effective written and verbal documentation and presentations to a diverse set of stakeholders, including senior leadership or executive level