FAQs
What is the primary focus of the Analyst-Data Science position at American Express?
The primary focus of the Analyst-Data Science position is to work on multiple Data Science and Machine Learning projects within the GSG Advanced Analytics team, helping to conceptualize business problems into data-driven solutions.
What qualifications are required for the Analyst-Data Science role?
The minimum qualifications include proven experience with machine learning techniques, the ability to work in cross-functional teams, excellent data wrangling and visualization skills, and hands-on knowledge of SQL.
Is a master's degree preferred for this position?
Yes, a master's degree in a quantitative field such as Finance, Engineering, Mathematics, Statistics, Computer Science, or Economics from a top institute is preferred.
What programming skills are necessary for this role?
A strong grip on the Python environment and libraries such as pandas, numpy, nltk, statsmodels, gensim, pyspark, spacy, and transformers is necessary, along with machine learning capabilities.
Are there opportunities for career development in this role?
Yes, American Express offers career development and training opportunities as part of the benefits provided to colleagues.
What type of benefits are provided to employees?
Benefits include competitive base salaries, bonus incentives, comprehensive medical, dental, vision, and life insurance, retirement support, flexible working arrangements, paid parental leave, wellness programs, and career development opportunities.
What is the work environment like at American Express?
American Express fosters a diverse and inclusive work environment where collaboration is key, and every colleague is recognized for their contributions, with a commitment to integrity and creating an environment of belonging.
What specific skills related to natural language processing (NLP) are essential for this role?
A focus on problem-solving through NLP, performance testing and validation of machine learning models, and understanding and deploying mathematical foundations of cutting-edge NLP techniques are essential.
Will the role involve working with large datasets?
Yes, candidates should be willing to derive insights from terabyte-sized data and have the capability to design scalable solutions.
What is the company's stance on equal opportunity employment?
American Express is an equal opportunity employer and makes employment decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, disability status, age, or any other status protected by law.