Senior Data Scientist

About this role:

Wells Fargo is seeking a highly skilled Senior Data Scientist to join the Consumer Model Development Center within the Digital, Data & AI team. This role focuses on building and deploying end‑to‑end modeling solutions that enable optimal data‑driven digital experiences at enterprise scale.

As a Senior Data Scientist, you will apply statistical theory, modeling techniques, and machine learning expertise to design, implement, and document complex analytical solutions. You will work closely with cross‑functional partners to influence strategy, contribute to forecasting and behavioral prediction models, and ensure analytical rigor in model development. This position requires strong quantitative acumen, hands‑on production modeling and machine learning experience, and the ability to communicate effectively with both technical and non‑technical stakeholders.

In this role, you will:

• Perform highly complex activities related to the development, implementation, and documentation of statistical and machine learning models
• Partner with Model Governance, Model Risk, and Legal & Compliance teams to develop documentation to support Wells Fargo’s Model Risk initiatives
• Lead and influence the discussion related to analytical strategies, modeling and forecasting methods
• Collaborate and consult with regulators, auditors and individuals that are technically oriented and have excellent communication skills

Required Qualifications:

• 4+ years of Quantitative Analytics experience, or equivalent demonstrated through one or a combination of the following: work experience, training, military experience, education

• Master's degree or higher in a quantitative discipline such as mathematics, statistics, engineering, physics, economics, or computer science

Desired Qualifications:

• Hands-on experience building and deploying production machine learning models
• Experience in behavioral prediction modeling

• Production level deployment experience of statical and machine learning
• Strong experience in Python
• Experience with software development
• Strong communication and presentation skills, especially when working with technical and non‑technical stakeholders
• Demonstrated ability to drive strategy and influence cross-functional partners (e.g., product, engineering, design, risk)

Job Expectations:

• This position will require onsite presence at one of the locations listed below in a hybrid work schedule
• This position is not eligible for Visa sponsorship

Locations:

• 401 S Tryon St Charlotte, NC
• 401 Las Colinas Blvd. Irving, TX
• 2700 S Price Rd Chandler, AZ
• 550 S 4th St Minneapolis, MN
• 1 N Jefferson Ave Saint Louis, MO

Pay Range
 

Reflected is the base pay range offered for this position. Pay may vary depending on factors including but not limited to demonstrated examples of prior performance, skills, experience, or work location. Employees may also be eligible for incentive opportunities.

$139,000.00 - $239,000.00

Posting End Date:

22 Mar 2026

*Job posting may come down early due to volume of applicants.

We Value Equal Opportunity

Wells Fargo is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other legally protected characteristic.

Employees support our focus on building strong customer relationships balanced with a strong risk mitigating and compliance-driven culture which firmly establishes those disciplines as critical to the success of our customers and company. They are accountable for execution of all applicable risk programs (Credit, Market, Financial Crimes, Operational, Regulatory Compliance), which includes effectively following and adhering to applicable Wells Fargo policies and procedures, appropriately fulfilling risk and compliance obligations, timely and effective escalation and remediation of issues, and making sound risk decisions. There is emphasis on proactive monitoring, governance, risk identification and escalation, as well as making sound risk decisions commensurate with the business unit’s risk appetite and all risk and compliance program requirements.

Applicants with Disabilities

To request a medical accommodation during the application or interview process, visit Disability Inclusion at Wells Fargo.

Drug and Alcohol Policy

 

Wells Fargo maintains a drug free workplace.  Please see our Drug and Alcohol Policy to learn more.

Wells Fargo Recruitment and Hiring Requirements:

a. Third-Party recordings are prohibited unless authorized by Wells Fargo.

b. Wells Fargo requires you to directly represent your own experiences during the recruiting and hiring process.