Financial Crimes - Senior Data Scientist - Full-time

Position Overview

Location: 4910 Tiedeman Road, Brooklyn, Ohio.

Under manager’s supervision, the Senior Data Scientist is primarily responsible for conducting quantitative modeling and analytics of financial crimes. Leveraging both current and emerging technologies and applications, this role covers all key aspects of model development and analytics, including data identification and gathering, methodology/technique selection, performance assessment, documentation, and ongoing monitoring.

Key Responsibilities

• Under manager’s oversight, perform a broad range of quantitative work, including model development and ad hoc analytics to address financial crime compliance needs in AML/BSA/OFAC.
• Research, compile, and evaluate large data sets to assess quality and determine suitability for model building.
• Develop and maintain internal models and test/configure vendor solutions to ensure conceptually sound design, proper implementation, and acceptable model performance.
• Document model development processes and outcomes to support model validation and review.
• Employ innovative techniques to drive continuous improvements in model effectiveness and efficiency, such as reducing false positives.
• Proactively develop and build technical skills and business knowledge while collaborating effectively with compliance, technology, and risk partners.

Required Qualifications

• Master’s or Ph.D. degree in statistics, mathematics, economics, computer science, data sciences, predictive modeling, or another quantitative discipline with at least 3 years of relevant experience (preferred in AML/BSA, OFAC, or fraud modeling/analytics); or 4 years of experience with a bachelor's degree.
• Solid expertise in both traditional and Machine Learning (ML)/Artificial Intelligence (AI) modeling practices and solutions.
• Hands-on work experience with statistical coding in SAS and/or Python.
• Knowledge and ability to leverage traditional databases, cloud-based computing, and distributed computing.
• Understanding of financial crime regulatory requirements, technology, and best practices in data analysis.
• Excellent verbal, written, and visual communication skills with the ability to translate technical information for a non-technical audience.
• Candidates must be located in or willing to relocate to Cleveland, OH or Buffalo, NY.

Compensation and Benefits

• Salary Range: This position offers a base salary ranging from $94,000.00 to $175,000.00 annually, with placement based on skills, experience, and geographic location.
• Eligibility for incentive compensation subject to individual and company performance.
• Access to a comprehensive benefits package. Please visit this link for further details.
• A flexible work environment prioritizing in-office presence while offering mobile options where role requirements allow.
• Job Posting Expiration Date: 01/18/2026.

KeyCorp is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to an inclusive culture. All qualified applicants receive consideration without regard to any protected characteristic. Applicants requiring reasonable accommodations may request assistance by emailing HR_Compliance@keybank.com.