Director-Data Science
American ExpressHighlight
Summary
About the Role
About You
- Master’s Degree in a quantitative field (e.g., Finance, Engineering, Mathematics, Computer Science, Physics, Economics).
- Strong analytical and conceptual problem-solving ability with experience structuring and solving complex business challenges.
- Demonstrated ability to synthesize insights and influence senior stakeholders through clear storytelling.
- Proven leadership capability with a track record of developing talent and fostering a collaborative team culture.
- Ability to work effectively across cross-functional organizations.
- Experience leading analytics or data science teams in digital marketing or acquisition optimization.
- Strong understanding of the digital marketing ecosystem, including clickstream analytics and data management platforms.
- Familiarity with modern ML or GenAI techniques and interest in applying AI capabilities to improve targeting outcomes.
- Demonstrated success in managing complex analytical projects while cultivating strong partnerships.
Benefits
- Competitive base salaries
- Bonus incentives
- 6% Company Match on retirement savings plan
- Free financial coaching and financial well-being support
- Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and disability benefits
- Flexible working model with hybrid, onsite or virtual arrangements
- 20+ weeks paid parental leave for all parents
- Free access to global on-site wellness centers
- Free and confidential counseling support through Healthy Minds program
- Career development and training opportunities
At American Express, we know that with the right backing, people and businesses have the power to progress in incredible ways. Whether we’re supporting our customers’ financial confidence to move ahead, taking commerce to new heights, or encouraging people to explore the world, our colleagues are constantly striving to uphold our powerful backing promise to our customers and each other every day. These beliefs have been our North Star for 170 years as our business transformed – from helping evacuate travelers during World Wars, to ensuring the safety of our customers’ funds during the Great Depression in the U.S., to creating the Shop Small® movement to help small businesses recover from the Financial Crisis, to providing aid to communities impacted by many natural disasters and so much more. For generations, the key to our success has been the determination and resilience of our American Express colleagues. Now, as a globally integrated payments company, we work together to provide customers with access to products, insights and world-class experiences that enrich lives and build business success. Join us and let’s lead the way together. Learn more about us at: https://www.americanexpress.com/careers https://www.americanexpress.com/ https://www.facebook.com/AmericanExpressUS https://www.instagram.com/americanexpress/ https://twitter.com/americanexpress https://www.youtube.com/user/AmericanExpress See our community guidelines at: https://www.americanexpress.com/en-us/company/community-guidelines/ If you have a customer service issue or question, please visit www.americanexpress.com/contactus