Data Science Lead Jobs in Illinois

INTRODUCTION

Citibank, N.A. seeks a Data Science Lead Analyst for its Schaumburg, Illinois location.

ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Duties:
- Code, test and execute requirements for simple-to-complex Retail Services Partner Delivery data processing programs.
- Design and construct new data processes using Base SAS, SAS Macros, Advanced SAS, Autosys Job scheduler, Service Now, Bitbucket, SQL, and Unix shell scripts.
- Modify existing data processes according to new business requirements.
- Identify and segment Retail Services reporting populations across data sources.
- Perform functionality testing and generate validation reports for data processes.
- Validate data from multiple sources to reconcile variances in the attributes and to ensure accurate data is consumed by data processes.
- Prepare, review, and execute test cases to ensure data processes create accurate results and run as expected.
- Work with stakeholders to define reporting requirements and iterate with business users to ensure output matches expectations.
- Consult on data processing solutions and create automated solutions to streamline report and process execution.
- Prepare data flow charts and process flow diagrams to illustrate transformations and rules to describe logical operations.
- Ensure support of ongoing activities.

A telecommuting/hybrid work schedule may be permitted within a commutable distance from the worksite, in accordance with Citi policies and protocols.

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS

Requirements:
- Requires a Master’s degree or foreign equivalent in Engineering (any), Information Systems, Embedded Systems, Data Science, Computer Science or related field and 4 years of experience as a Developer, Data Analyst, Business Analyst, Business Relationship Manager, Systems Analyst, Software Engineer or related position.
- Alternatively, employer will accept a Bachelor’s degree in the stated fields and 6 years of the specified progressive, post-baccalaureate experience.
- Full span of experience must include:
- SAS programming language;
- Unix operating system and scripting;
- Working within the Banking sector, including Risk and Compliance;
- Working within Credit Card Domain;
- Writing and interpreting project requirements;
- AutoSys job scheduler;
- Bitbucket code change control;
- Working with large scale databases and files;
- Software Development Lifecycle (SDLC), including planning, design, analysis, development, testing and deployment.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Applicants submit resumes at https://jobs.citi.com/. Please reference Job ID #26964059. EO Employer.

COMPENSATION

- Wage Range: $157,500 to $163,300

JOB FAMILY GROUP

- Technology

JOB FAMILY

- Data Science

TIME TYPE

- Full time

PRIMARY LOCATION

- Schaumburg Illinois United States

PRIMARY LOCATION FULL TIME SALARY RANGE

In addition to salary, Citi’s offerings may also include, for eligible employees, discretionary and formulaic incentive and retention awards. Citi offers competitive employee benefits, including: medical, dental & vision coverage; 401(k); life, accident, and disability insurance; and wellness programs. Citi also offers paid time off packages, including planned time off (vacation), unplanned time off (sick leave), and paid holidays. For additional information regarding Citi employee benefits, please visit citibenefits.com. Available offerings may vary by jurisdiction, job level, and date of hire.

MOST RELEVANT SKILLS

Please see the requirements listed above.

OTHER RELEVANT SKILLS

For complementary skills, please see above and/or contact the recruiter.

ANTICIPATED POSTING CLOSE DATE

Jul 09, 2026

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