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Tranzact

Head of Data Science

Fort Lee, NJ · On-site

As the Head of Data Science, you will oversee and support advanced analytics projects that impact the entire sales funnel and touch all of our product categories. You'll drive delivery of a wide ...

American Express

Mgr-Data Science

New York, NY · On-site

This role sits within Finance Data Science and Analytics, a team focused on developing innovative solutions that bring greater stability, predictability, and insight to the AXP P&L through data ...

Brigit

Director of Data Science

New York, NY · On-site

$225K - $250K/yr

At Brigit, our Data Science team has been dramatically scaling its impact. We're aiming to integrate new models across several product domains over the next year and continue to iterate and optimize ...

Optimum

Intern - Data Engineer

Long Island City, NY

$35/hr

The Intern will work closely with Data Engineering and Data Analytics teams to help ingest, process ... Bachelor's/Master's Degree in Data Science/Statistics/Computer Science/Computer Engineering ...

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Inmar

Director, Data Science (MarTech)

New York, NY · On-site

The Director, Data (MarTech) is responsible for applying data exploration and visualization, machine learning and artificial intelligence, and other data science techniques to explore, create, and ...

American Express

Directors, Data Science

Manhattan, NY · On-site

$169K - $215K/yr

American Express Company seeks Directors, Data Science to drive the strategic analysis of credit metrics and credit provision. Responsibilities Lead the provision of credit-related analytical support ...

American Express

Directors, Data Science

New York, NY · On-site

American Express Company seeks Directors, Data Science to drive the strategic analysis of credit metrics and credit provision. At American Express, our culture is built on a 175-year history of ...

Meta

Data Science Director (IC)

New York, NY

$253K/yr

We are seeking a Data Science Director IC who is passionate about developing, measuring, and strategizing investments in the Monetization Ranking AI space. Our Monetization AI system utilizes ...

Cigna

Data Science Advisor - Hybrid

Morris Plains, NJ · On-site +1

As a Data Science Advisor, you will apply advanced analytics, machine learning, and AI to deliver insights that improve clinical outcomes, enhance the member experience, and drive business growth.

S&P Global, Inc.

Vice President, Data Science

New York, NY · On-site

$177K - $350K/yr

We are seeking a Data Scientist Leader to lead the design, development, and operation of high-rigor analytical and machine-learning systems across a complex, regulated financial-services estate. This ...

S&P Global

Vice President, Data Science

Manhattan, NY · On-site

$177K - $350K/yr

We are seeking a Data Scientist Leader to lead the design, development, and operation of high-rigor analytical and machine-learning systems across a complex, regulated financial-services estate. This ...

S&P Global

Vice President, Data Science

New York, NY

$177K - $350K/yr

We are seeking a Data Scientist Leader to lead the design, development, and operation of high-rigor analytical and machine-learning systems across a complex, regulated financial-services estate. This ...

Spgi

Vice President, Data Science

New York, NY · On-site

$177K - $350K/yr

We are seeking a Data Scientist Leader to lead the design, development, and operation of high-rigor analytical and machine-learning systems across a complex, regulated financial-services estate. This ...

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As of Aug 7, 2026, the average hourly pay for data science intern in Paramus, NJ is $22.77, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $17.50 and $24.81 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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As a Data Science Intern, you can expect to work on a variety of projects such as data cleaning, exploratory data analysis, building predictive models, or assisting with data visualization tasks. You'll often collaborate closely with data scientists, engineers, and sometimes business analysts, participating in team meetings and brainstorming sessions. Interns are usually given clearly defined tasks that contribute to larger projects, allowing you to learn from experienced professionals while making a meaningful impact. Regular check-ins and mentorship are typical, providing you with feedback and professional growth opportunities throughout your internship.

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A Data Science Intern typically assists with collecting, cleaning, and analyzing data to support business decisions or research. They work under the supervision of experienced data scientists, helping to build and test predictive models, create data visualizations, and present findings. Interns often use programming languages such as Python or R, and tools like SQL, to manipulate data. The role is designed to provide hands-on experience with real-world data science projects and help interns develop technical and analytical skills.

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Head of Data Science

Tranzact

Fort Lee, NJ • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 29 days ago

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6.4

Company rating: 6.4 out of 10

Based on 22 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

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Job description

TRANZACT is a leading direct-to-consumer insurance services business, specializing in the distribution of Medicare Advantage, Medicare Supplement and Life & Supplemental insurance policies. Our focus is on leveraging our highly skilled team of over 3,000 professionals to deliver innovative solutions for our insurance carrier partners and provide consumers with a best-in-class experience.
We work with some of America's largest insurance brands to attract, educate and connect with consumers. Our diverse team of analysts, writers, engineers, designers, business leads, data scientists and sales professionals all work together to create thoughtful, data-driven and effective marketing, technology, sales and servicing strategies. These efforts have resulted in TRANZACT earning recognition and winning awards from some of the biggest names in the industry.
When you become part of TRANZACT, you join a team of passionate people who push for excellence, follow through on commitments, and love to succeed together. Our culture rests on a simple principle - "Be Real" - that means being genuine, keeping your word, and having the courage to make tough decisions. Our "Be Real" values resonate and are meaningful to us. We are entrepreneurial, fast paced and empower our people. We know how to make things happen and know that our people are always the source of our success.
Position Summary
TRANZACT is looking for a hands-on data leader who thrives at the intersection of high-impact analytics, people development, and strategic influence to help shape the future of our data science organization by bringing deep technical mastery, a passion for mentorship, and a vision for what data can do when aligned with bold business goals.
As the Head of Data Science, you will oversee and support advanced analytics projects that impact the entire sales funnel and touch all of our product categories. You'll drive delivery of a wide range of ML models and advanced analytics including predictive modeling, segmentation, lead scoring, marketing optimizations as well as crafting data stories and presentations of key findings to stakeholders.
Your primary role will be to put Data Science in the center of all our marketing and business decisions. To get there you need to have a deep understanding of data science marketing, what works, where to find leverage and how to build a team around driving best in class marketing outcomes. This is not a support role. While the marketing team may come to your team for help with certain analyses, your team's primary role is to find areas of opportunity for marketing to execute against.
The Responsibilities of the Head of Data Science include:
  • Help develop Data Science team's project and roadmap in line with business objectives and strategic opportunities.
  • Lead and oversee a team of (5) data scientists and analysts to deliver best-in-class impactful models and analysis.
  • Day-to-day collaboration with cross-functional teams to understand evolving business needs and develop effective analytics solutions and models.
  • Execute on a model strategy roadmap to continuously improve accuracy and functionality of models and business outcomes.
  • Drive data science initiatives to improve customer engagement and operational efficiency through personalization and effective targeting.
  • Deliver on varied projects such as customer audience segmentation, propensity models, and dynamic bidding algorithms.
  • Be an SME and key producer of forecasting model development, production, and execution, in partnership with our Enterprise Data Management and Technology teams.
  • Prepare and deliver presentations summarizing key insights and conclusions, often to senior leaders.
  • Embrace and foster a curious growth and learning mindset for the entire team.
  • Support a collaborative, team-oriented and client-focused organization that's motivated by business and technical challenges.

Qualifications include:
  • Bachelor's degree in a quantitative or related field, and 8+ years of relevant experience.
  • Data Science experience within marketing. Needs to have done the following:
    • Attribution modeling
    • Audience segmentation, targeting and measurement. Experience within clean rooms a bonus
    • Campaign lift analysis
    • Predictive modeling
    • KPI forecasting and scenario planning
    • Funnel conversion analysis
    • Geo performance and market opportunity analysis
    • Marketing experimentation frameworks
  • Hybrid work schedule in Fort Lee, NJ
  • Strong leadership skills and successful outcomes as a people manager.
  • Excellent SQL, Python, and Databricks skills.
  • Intuitive business and analytical skills with the ability to collect, organize, analyze, and disseminate relevant information with attention to detail and accuracy to non-technical and senior leadership audiences.
  • Deep experience with successful statistical modeling, machine learning and other advanced analytics methods.
  • Proactive, results-driven, and have a proven track record of execution.
  • Structured thinker with exceptional verbal and written communication skills.

Preferred qualifications include:
  • Masters in a quantitative or related field (i.e., Data Science, Statistics, etc.).
  • Experience in a direct to consumer, financial service, or insurance sector(s).

Compensation and Benefits
Base salary range and benefits information for this position are being included in accordance with requirements of various state/local pay transparency legislation. Please note that base salaries may vary for different individuals in the same role based on several factors, including but not limited to location of the role, individual competencies, education/professional certifications, qualifications/experience, performance in the role and potential for revenue generation.
Compensation
The base salary compensation range being offered for this role is $200,000 and above per year.
This role is also eligible to participate in the annual bonus program.
Company Benefits
TRANZACTprovides a competitive benefit package which includes the following (eligibility requirements apply):
  • Health and Welfare Benefits: Medical (including prescription coverage), Dental, Vision, Health Savings Account, Health Care and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts, Group Accident, Group Critical Illness, Life Insurance, AD&D, Group Legal, Identity Theft Protection, Wellbeing Program and Work/Life Resources (including Employee Assistance Program).
  • Leave Benefits: Paid Holidays, Annual Paid Time Off (includes state/local paid leave where required), Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, Other Leaves (e.g. Bereavement, FMLA, ADA, Jury Duty, Military Leave, and Parental and Adoption Leave).
  • Retirement Benefits: Savings Plan with annual nonelective company contribution.

TRANZACT is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
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