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Data Analyst

Hybrid in Barcelona·Added 8 days ago (last checked 6 Nov)

CaixaBank

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Work mode
Hybrid, Barcelona
English
Required
Education
University degree
Benefits
Private health insurance, flexible pay plan

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Skills

This job advert was originally written in Spanish.

Pay & benefits

What you'll get

  • Be part of the most innovative Bank in Western Europe, according to The Innovators awards from the American magazine Global Finance.
  • Onboarding program and personalized support for your professional development.
  • Individual training plan with access to our online platform, which offers an extensive catalog of self-learning resources to foster your continuous growth.
  • You will have a complete health insurance plan entirely free of charge for you. In addition, you will be enrolled in the Pension Plan, to which CaixaBank will make contributions with your future in mind.
  • Flexible compensation applied to transportation, training, languages, childcare, among others.
  • Flexibility measures (remote work, flexible entry).
  • We hold the Top Employer certification, which recognizes us as one of the best companies to work for

The role

CaixaBank is a socially responsible financial group with a long-term vision, based on quality, proximity, and specialization. It offers a value proposition of products and services tailored to each segment, assuming innovation as a strategic challenge and a differentiating trait of its culture. Its leading position in retail banking in Spain and Portugal allows it to play a key role in contributing to sustainable economic growth.

What you'll do

  • Solve complex business problems through data and advanced analytical techniques, identifying patterns, opportunities, and levers for action that allow for the improvement of pricing, profitability, and value proposition.
  • Build, validate, and evolve Machine Learning models, from initial exploration to their integration into decision processes.
  • Work together with business, technology, and transformation teams to convert analytical results into implementable decisions and solutions.
  • Design experimentation methodologies and impact measurement to evaluate commercial and pricing decisions, identifying causal relationships and learning from the results.
  • Develop analyses and monitoring systems that allow for measuring the impact of implemented decisions and models and identifying new opportunities for improvement.

What projects do we develop?

We are looking for a Data Scientist to join the Business Analytics and Pricing team, where we work at the intersection of Data Science, business intelligence, and pricing decisions.

Our goal is to transform large volumes of customer and business data into models, insights, and tools that allow for better decisions regarding price, profitability, engagement, and customer value.

What challenges will you face?

  • Models that reach the business: we don't stop at analysis or prototyping. We work to convert models into actionable decisions and tools.
  • Economically relevant problems: pricing, elasticity, propensity, churn, customer lifetime value, profitability, and optimization.
  • Scale: you will work with large volumes of data and problems that affect multiple customer segments and businesses.
  • Experimentation and impact measurement: evaluating which decisions work and improving models.
  • End-to-end vision: from data exploration and model construction to its implementation, monitoring, and impact.
  • Applied innovation: ML, optimization, generative AI, and new methodologies applied to real business problems.

What you'll work with

  • Python and SQL.
  • Large volumes of data.
  • Google Cloud Platform / BigQuery.
  • Vertex AI and Machine Learning tools.
  • Generative AI and development/analysis assistants.
  • Visualization and business analytics tools.

Minimum requirements

We are looking for profiles that enjoy moving between data, models, and business. People capable of developing a model in Python, exploring millions of records using SQL, and then explaining to a business team which decision to take based on the results.

  • Quantitative background: Mathematics, Statistics, Physics, Engineering, Quantitative Economics, Data Science, or similar.
  • Very good command of Python and SQL.
  • Experience in the development and validation of Machine Learning models.
  • Ability to explore and work with large volumes of data.
  • Ability to translate business problems into analytical problems and convert results into actionable recommendations.
  • Critical thinking, analytical curiosity, and the ability to question hypotheses.
  • Autonomy, results orientation, and the ability to work with technical and business teams.
  • Good communication skills to explain complex concepts clearly and adapted to different interlocutors.
  • Sufficient level of English to work in technical and professional environments.

We would also love it if you have experience in...

  • Pricing or revenue management.
  • Elasticity, propensity, or churn models.
  • Customer Lifetime Value.
  • Optimization.
  • Causal inference / experimentation.
  • Google Cloud / BigQuery / Vertex AI.
  • Generative AI and new AI tools applied to analytics.
  • Financial services.

What will you find?

  • Complex analytical problems with real business impact.
  • Large volumes of data and multiple areas of application.
  • End-to-end projects: from problem identification to implementation and measurement.
  • Direct contact with business, transformation, and technology teams.
  • Space to experiment with new methodologies, ML, and generative AI.
  • Development of a differentiating profile that combines Data Science, business, and decision-making.

The job position would be in Central Services in Madrid or Barcelona.

Job profile

Querying, structuring, and analyzing large volumes of data using statistical and programming skills to identify patterns and extract valuable insights for the organization. Able to communicate insights clearly and in a structured manner through presentations and/or dashboards.

Hiring process

3 steps1 interviewa task to do
  1. Apply on the portal

  2. Application assessment · With People team

  3. Interviews

    Not every role

    Shortlisted candidates may be invited to interviews.

  4. Specific tests

    Not every role

    Tests specific to the position, when the role requires them.

  5. Proposal · With People team

  6. Onboarding

    Structured support once you join.

  • Applying through the careers portal is the only valid route into a process.
  • You can follow the status of each application under My Account > Job Applications.

About CaixaBank

CaixaBank is a leading Spanish financial group and one of the largest banks in Europe, headquartered in Valencia, Spain. It provides a full range of retail, corporate, and investment banking services, with a strong presence in Spain and Portugal. The bank operates through a vast network of branches and digital channels, serving millions of customers. CaixaBank is also a major player in asset management and insurance, and it has a significant international footprint through its subsidiaries and partnerships.

In Spain, CaixaBank has a widespread network of offices and branches across all major cities, including Madrid, Barcelona, Valencia, and many others. The company is known for its strong corporate culture, focus on innovation, and commitment to digital transformation. For international professionals, CaixaBank offers opportunities in areas such as data science, software engineering, legal, and risk management, with roles often based in Madrid or Barcelona. The bank values diversity and provides a dynamic work environment, making it an attractive employer for those looking to build a career in the Spanish banking sector.

Industry
Banking
Founded
2011
Employees
30,000–50,000
Headquarters
Madrid, Spain
In Spain
Madrid, Barcelona, Valencia and 5 more

Good to know if you are moving

  • CaixaBank is one of the largest banks in Spain, offering a wide range of career opportunities in banking, finance, and technology.
  • The bank has a strong presence in Madrid and Barcelona, which are major hubs for international professionals.
  • CaixaBank is committed to digital transformation, with many roles in data science, software engineering, and cybersecurity.
  • The company offers a comprehensive relocation package for international hires, including visa support and assistance with housing.
  • CaixaBank has a diverse and inclusive work environment, with employees from various nationalities and backgrounds.

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