About KeyBank

KeyBank is a leading national bank committed to empowering clients through innovative financial solutions. With a strong focus on community banking, commercial services, and risk management, KeyBank leverages cutting-edge data science to combat financial crimes and ensure regulatory compliance. Join our dynamic team in Brooklyn, Ohio, and contribute to protecting our customers while advancing your career in a supportive, forward-thinking environment.

Position Summary

The Sr. Data Science Manager - Financial Crimes reports to the Director of Financial Crimes Modeling & Analytics and leads a quantitative team in developing advanced models for AML/BSA/OFAC compliance. This strategic leadership role involves owning modeling practices, influencing data strategy, and partnering with executives to drive impactful solutions. Remote work is supported, with relocation preferred to Cleveland, OH or Buffalo, NY.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead a team of 2-4 professionals in building models and analytics for financial crime detection.
• Evaluate datasets for quality and model suitability, employing Python, SAS, and ML techniques.
• Innovate to enhance model performance, reducing false positives and improving efficiency.
• Coach team members on technical skills and business acumen while promoting their capabilities.
• Collaborate across compliance, technology, and risk functions to deliver organizational impact.
• Provide thought leadership and strategic advice to senior executives on data-driven risk metrics.

Required Qualifications

• Master’s degree in a quantitative field and 5+ years in AML/BSA/OFAC modeling.
• Expertise in traditional modeling, ML/AI, and Generative AI; hands-on Python/SAS coding.
• Proficiency in SQL, cloud/distributed computing, and financial crime regulations.
• Proven management experience with strong communication for non-technical audiences.
• Advanced skills in Microsoft Office, data structures, ETL processes, and model governance.

Why Join Us

At KeyBank, you'll shape the future of financial crimes analytics in a role that combines leadership, innovation, and real-world impact. Enjoy remote flexibility, career growth through coaching, and the chance to work with emerging technologies like GenAI. Be a credible thought leader influencing data strategy at an Fortune 500 bank dedicated to excellence in compliance and risk management. Apply now for this senior data science manager position and advance your career in banking data science.