Company Description

Visa is a world leader in payments and technology, with over 259 billion payments transactions flowing safely between consumers, merchants, financial institutions, and government entities in more than 200 countries and territories each year. Our mission is to connect the world through the most innovative, convenient, reliable, and secure payments network, enabling individuals, businesses, and economies to thrive while driven by a common purpose – to uplift everyone, everywhere by being the best way to pay and be paid.

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Job Description

We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Data Policy and ML Governance Leader to join our Data Science team in the Latin America and Caribbean (LAC) region. The successful candidate will be responsible for establishing, enforcing, and maintaining consistent end-to-end standards for model development and deployment as well for data policy . This role is critical for ensuring the responsible and compliant use of data throughout the entire lifecycle of data solutions and client model development with engagements

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee the entire lifecycle of data solutions, ensuring compliance with established Data policies and internal Model Risk Management Frameworks (from development to monitoring). Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and industry best practices.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to establish model governance goals and objectives.
• Monitor and enforce model governance policies, procedures and performance metrics.
• Develop and deliver training programs on data policy and model risk management as part of the data steward responsibilities.
• Provide guidance and support to model owners and stakeholders across VCA
• Conduct regular audits and assessments to ensure model integrity and compliance.
• In partnership with data scientists, drives compliance of the Model Risk management governance, data assets and policies
• Connect policies to common data analytics performed by VCA and develop compliance checklists and toolkits within Data Science and Consulting teams across the Region
• Manage model governance tools and technologies.
• Stay updated on emerging trends and technologies in model governance.

This is a hybrid position. Expectation of days in office will be confirmed by your Hiring Manager.

Qualifications

Basic Qualifications
8+ years of relevant work experience with a Bachelor’s Degree or at least 5 years of experience with an Advanced Degree (e.g. Masters, MBA, JD, MD) or 2 years of work experience with a PhD, OR 11+ years of relevant work experience.

Preferred Qualifications
9 or more years of relevant work experience with a Bachelor Degree or 7 or more relevant years of experience with an Advanced Degree (e.g. Masters, MBA, JD, MD) or 3 or more years of experience with a PhD

Technical Expertise
•8+ years of experience with a Bachelor’s or Master degree in Computer Science, Statistics, Mathematics, or a related field.
•Proven experience in model risk management
•Experience in overseeing the lifecycle of machine learning solutions, from data acquisition to deployment and monitoring.
•Knowledge of relevant regulatory requirements and industry standards.
•Proficiency in programming languages such as Python, or SQL.
•Familiarity with machine learning frameworks and libraries.

Leadership Competencies
•Excellent project management skills and the ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
•Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with attention to detail.
•Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively with a diverse range of stakeholders.
•Demonstrated ability to negotiate with cross-functional teams and drive strategic changes.
•Proven track record of successfully managing and delivering complex projects.
•Ability to influence and engage stakeholders at all levels of the organization.
•Strong organizational skills and the ability to prioritize tasks effectively.
•Experience in developing and implementing strategic initiatives.
•Ability to mentor and coach team members, fostering a culture of continuous improvement.
•Strong decision-making skills and the ability to navigate ambiguity and uncertainty.

Additional Information

Visa is an EEO Employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status. Visa will also consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with EEOC guidelines and applicable local law.