TransUnion
Hybrid

Anomaly Detection & Monitoring Data Scientist

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What We'll Bring

At TransUnion, we have a welcoming and energetic environment that encourages collaboration and innovation. We are consistently exploring new technologies and tools to be agile. This environment gives our people the opportunity to hone current skills and build new capabilities, while discovering their genius. 

Come be a part of our team – you’ll work with great people, pioneering products and cutting-edge technology!

Protecting the health and wellness of our associates and candidates considering a career at TransUnion is our highest priority. In supporting this vision, our recruitment and new hire experience for this role is fully virtual for the time being. Candidates interviewing will get to know our team over the phone and video, and this role will operate virtually upon hire until we return to the office. Even though we’re not physically together right now, our goal is to provide you a supportive candidate and new hire experience that will immerse you in our culture and set you up for success at TransUnion.

What You'll Bring

Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Data Science, Statistics, Mathematics, or equivalent experience in related roles

Minimum 2-4 years’ experience using SQL, Hive or other data query and scripting languages

Demonstrated expertise in designing and developing dashboards in Tableau or other similar visualization tools

Excellent knowledge of statistics and basic machine learning concepts

Good understanding of data warehousing concepts and technologies

Proven strong relationship-building and communication skills with team members, business users and cross-functional stakeholder

Requires a complete understanding of the business intelligence development life cycle including the ability to lead collaboration discussions to gather the needs for desired outcomes for the BI solutions being built

Strong communication skills and willingness to take initiative and contribute to business goals and objectives

What We'd Love to See:

Masters in Data Science, Analytics, MIS or other closely related discipline.

Understanding of Splunk or any other similar data streaming and processing tools.

Experience with latest cloud technologies like AWS and Azure

Impact You'll Make

Work in a fast paced, challenging environment for one of the leading information and technology companies to prevent, detect and investigate fraud and ensure adherence to policies and procedures. The position will be the leader in executing a strategy to identify and disrupt bad actors throughout TransUnion’s ecosystem.

The Corporate Investigations Department (“CID”) conducts investigations into instances of fraud, malfeasance, and account misuse, interacting with internal and external stakeholders across the enterprise. CID develops and implements industry-leading techniques in fraud prevention, detection and investigation. Team members are strong problem solvers and project managers. We encourage professional development and recognize good work. You will be able to make key impacts by the following:

Lead the global technical development, deployment, and maintenance of the Corporate Investigations Department Fraud & Anomaly Detection Program, using the latest data visualization tools such as Tableau, Splunk, etc.

With limited direction, work with cross-functional teams including Compliance, Legal, Data Science, Global Technology, Information Security, and Operations to maintain, enhance, and expand anomaly tools that will help detect data misuse and/or fraud

Utilize statistical and machine learning concepts to design and develop proactive fraud detection models

Identify critical metrics and furnish custom KPIs/KRIs to measure performance, impact and predictability

Conduct statistical analysis of ambiguous and/or missing data, recommend appropriate rules and logic to ensure the monitoring tools and alerts are operating properly and effectively.

Create thoughtful, thorough presentations that explain the value of the program to senior management

Participate in projects involving the identification, collection, and analysis of computer systems and electronic data sources relevant to investigative initiatives

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What are TransUnion Perks + Benefits

TransUnion Benefits Overview

At TransUnion, our associates are our greatest asset. However, we understand that work is only one part of our associates’ lives. We recognize the importance of providing a healthy balance between work and home because that’s really where being a force for good starts.

Culture
Volunteer in local community
We provide U.S.-based associates with a Volunteer Time Off day each year which can be used to donate time outside the office to a cause that matters to them. We also offer a matching gift program.
Partners with nonprofits
TransUnion partners with non-profits such as Child Rescue Coalition and Credit Abuse Resistance Education (CARE).
Open door policy
OKR operational model
Team based strategic planning
Open office floor plan
Flexible work schedule
Remote work program
Diversity
Dedicated diversity and inclusion staff
Diversity manifesto
Diversity employee resource groups
Hiring practices that promote diversity
Health Insurance + Wellness
Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
Disability insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Health insurance
Life insurance
Pet insurance
Wellness programs
Team workouts
We offer virtual yoga and meditation, fitness classes and sponsored races.
Mental health benefits
Financial & Retirement
401(K)
401(K) matching
Employee stock purchase plan
15% discount on TU stock twice a year
Performance bonus
Charitable contribution matching
We offer a matching gift program for associates who choose to make financial contributions to their selected causes. TransUnion will match up to $2,000/ yr for each associate.
Child Care & Parental Leave
Childcare benefits
Care@work provides backup childcare and eldercare for TU associates.
Generous parental leave
Family medical leave
Adoption Assistance
Return-to-work program post parental leave
Company sponsored family events
Annual holiday party, company BBQ and take your child to work day
Vacation + Time Off
Unlimited vacation policy
Paid volunteer time
We provide U.S.-based associates with a Volunteer Time Off day each year which can be used to donate time outside the office to a cause that matters to them.
Paid holidays
Paid sick days
Office Perks
Commuter benefits
Company-sponsored outings
Company-sponsored happy hours
Recreational clubs
Onsite gym
Professional Development
Job training & conferences
Tuition reimbursement
Lunch and learns
Promote from within
Mentorship program
We offer associates globally 1:1 career coaching with our career advisor. Additionally, we have various mentorship opportunities across areas of the business as well as across levels.
Continuing education stipend
Continuing education available during work hours
Online course subscriptions available
Customized development tracks
Paid industry certifications

Additional Perks + Benefits

Start your day at TU by grabbing an Intelligentsia coffee or a tasty, hot breakfast from our onsite café. Head up to your workspace where you'll get down to business amidst the inspiring backdrop of beautiful downtown Chicago. Brainstorm onsite with team members in a variety of colorful huddle rooms or collaborate cross-functionally with our offices around the world via video conference, Skype or our intranet. Check things off your to-do list as you continually make progress on key business initiatives. Need a quick break? Challenge your colleagues to a game of ping-pong, pool, foosball, pop-a-shot or Mario Kart in one of our three onsite game rooms. Ready to hit the gym? We have one right downstairs complete with a personal trainer and a selection of free instructor-led fitness classes. Keep your energy up. Take a conference call at one of our walking or bicycle desks. Then attend the quarterly town hall to hear from the TU leadership team on progress in the current quarter and plans for the next. After a day of innovation, wind down in one of our massage chairs or join your colleagues at North Avenue for a game of league volleyball, sponsored by TU!

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