At Discover, you will never stop learning. We are looking for people driven by purpose, who want to help us change the game in financial services. We were founded in 1986, and now have over 16,000 employees. Together we are dedicated to helping people spend smarter, manage debt better and save more for a brighter financial future. 

By joining us, you will be part of a culture where diversity, teamwork and collaboration reign. We are as focused on our employees as we are on our customers – and we have been consistently awarded for both. Be the reason we help millions of people build a brighter financial future, and achieve yours along the way.

Job Description

Discover your brighter future by joining one of the fastest growing direct banking companies in the country. Discover’s Emerging Talent Programs offer unique opportunities to launch your professional career in an environment that is structured to support your individual growth, while also helping you build an extensive network to expand your business knowledge and career options. As part of our Emerging Talent Programs, you can be part of building and innovating the products and services that help our millions of consumers build their brighter financial futures. At Discover we know our people are the key to our success, and our Emerging Talent Programs provide structure and support while immersing you in the business with a focus on solving real business challenges. Be part of a culture where diversity, teamwork and collaboration reign. We are all about people and our employees are why Discover is a great place to work.

What You’ll Do

• Develop predictive models to support Discover’s business partners.
• Design and develop models, utilizing machine learning and other algorithms.
• Present the results of mathematical modeling and data analysis to management or other end users.

How You’ll Do It

• Research and leverage state-of-the-art modeling techniques; participate in modeling innovation.
• Leverage extensive, deep technical knowledge and leadership skills to drive the development of data-science solutions, and implement data-driven recommendations and outcomes.
• Maintain a high level of competency in statistical and analytical principles, tools and techniques, and support the advancement of the "best-in-class" analytical capabilities to unlock new capabilities and performance, and quickly adapt to modern modeling techniques.
• Demonstrate knowledge in analytical tools.

Qualifications You’ll Need 

The Basics

• Master's degree in statistics, math, computer science, engineering, economics, or related quantitative field

Bonus Points If You Have

• Ph.D. in math, computer science, engineering, economics, or related quantitative field
• 2+ years of experience in developing data-based analytical solutions, financial service industry, modeling, or related field
• Successfully completed an internship with Discover in 2021

What are you waiting for? Apply today!

The same way we treat our employees is how we treat all applicants – with respect. Discover Financial Services is an equal opportunity employer (EEO is the law). We thrive on diversity & inclusion. You will be treated fairly throughout our recruiting process and without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status in consideration for a career at Discover.