Why USAA?

Analyzes complex business problems and issues using data from internal and external sources to provide insight to analysts and decision makers. Identifies and interprets trends and patterns in datasets to locate influences. Creates specifications for reports and analysis based on business needs and required or available data elements. May participate in consultation to users and in cross functional teams to address business issues. Prototypes solutions for displaying information based on business needs.

The Opportunity

Employer: USAA Federal Savings Bank

Tasks: Identifies and manages existing and emerging risks that stem from business activities and the job role. Ensures risks associated with business activities are effectively identified, measured, monitored, and controlled. Follows written risk and compliance policies and procedures for business activities. Independently participates in gathering complex business requirements by partnering with customers to define the business problem and data needs. Utilizes an intermediate understanding of multiple data structures and sources to lead the development and implementation of business intelligence solutions, which may include data visualization, data transformation, or data collection. Works closely with IT execution teams on the development of analytic infrastructures, data engineering, or related business intelligence efforts. Includes collaborating on the design and implementation of technical standards and governance practices. Applies data visualization best practices - often selecting the right data ‘tool for the job’ - to identify and interpret trends or patterns while following standard Enterprise branding. Understands the value of prototyping, usability, and the end-user experience to maximize the impact of the final data visualization product (dashboard, report, insight, or analysis). Acts as a trusted data visualization advisor to the stakeholder/end-user in order to drive business value. Develops advanced knowledge to influence relevant data, information, and application architecture decisions. Actively participates in industry, COE, or other discipline-relevant groups/panels to keep abreast of industry trends and share best practices with team. May telecommute.

Requirements: Bachelor’s degree in Data Science, Computer Science, Business Analytics, or related field and 4 years of experience in the job offered or in a data and analytics-related occupation. Alternatively, a Master’s degree in Data Science, Computer Science, Business Analytics, or related field and 2 years of experience in job offered or in data and analytics-related occupation. Position requires:

• Performing analytics using BI platforms/applications including Tableau, Advanced SAS, SAS Macros, Business Objects, Adobe SiteCatalyst, Anaconda, or Python;

• Working with Data management platforms like Snowflake, Hadoop, Netezza, or IBM DB2 to develop and maintain scripts;

• Using SQL-based language to design and deliver findings for business problems and solutions;

• Implementing Software Development Lifecycle (SDLC) and Data Development Lifecycle (DDLC);

• Control M automation and optimization of SAS jobs and processes, validation and migration of complex applications and modules;

• Identifying and interpreting trends and patterns in datasets;

• Use of multiple data structures and sources for data visualization, data transformation, or data collection; and

• Use of Mind Mapping to gather business requirements to define business problems and application/data needs.

Worksite: 5601 Legacy Drive, Plano, TX 75024

Relocation assistance is Not Available for this position.

This position is eligible for the Employee Referral Program.

Benefits: At USAA our employees enjoy best-in-class benefits to support their physical, financial, and emotional wellness. These benefits include comprehensive medical, dental and vision plans, 401(k), pension, life insurance, parental benefits, adoption assistance, paid time off program with paid holidays plus 16 paid volunteer hours, and various wellness programs. Additionally, our career path planning and continuing education assists employees with their professional goals. Please click on the link below for more details.

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USAA 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, or status as a protected veteran.