Walker & Dunlop

AVP, Analytics & Data Science

Walker & Dunlop

full-time

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Location Type: Remote

Location: United States

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Salary

💰 $170,000 - $185,000 per year

Job Level

About the role

  • Lead and scale our Analytics and Data Science functions within the Data organization
  • Empower high-performing teams across Business Intelligence, Analytics, and Data Science to deliver insights that drive measurable business outcomes
  • Partner closely with Data Engineering, Product, and Business leaders
  • Embed data-driven decision-making into the core of the enterprise
  • Define and articulate the technical and strategic vision for Analytics and Data Science
  • Oversee the development and deployment of advanced analytics, predictive models, experimentation frameworks, and business intelligence solutions
  • Lead, mentor, and develop Analytics and Data Science leaders
  • Ensure transparency in priorities, progress, and outcomes
  • Establish and uphold high standards for analytics quality, governance, KPIs, best practices, and service-level expectations

Requirements

  • 8+ years of experience in Data Analytics, Business Intelligence, or Applied Data Science
  • 5+ years leading multiple teams
  • Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in a quantitative field (e.g., Statistics, Computer Science, Economics, Mathematics, Engineering)
  • Proven experience defining and executing analytics strategies aligned to business priorities
  • Demonstrated success recruiting, mentoring, and developing high-performing Analytics and Data Science teams
  • Experience working with Data Engineering teams in cloud environments (AWS, Azure, or GCP) and cloud-based analytical databases (e.g., Redshift, BigQuery, SQL Server)
  • Industry experience in Real Estate, Financial Services, or Capital Markets preferred
  • Deep expertise in statistical analysis, machine learning, and data modeling
  • Strong proficiency in business intelligence tools (e.g., Power BI, Tableau)
  • Advanced knowledge of SQL, Python, and end-to-end analytics workflows
  • Demonstrated ability to lead strategic analytics initiatives that deliver measurable business improvements
  • Experience operating effectively within both fast-moving teams and large, complex organizations
  • Working knowledge of Data Governance, Data Quality Management, and Machine Learning lifecycle management standards
  • Ability to leverage AI tools to enhance technical documentation, software development, and testing processes
Benefits
  • Up to 83% subsidized medical payroll deductions
  • Competitive dental and vision benefits
  • 401(k) + match
  • Pre-tax transit and commuting benefits
  • A robust health and wellness program – earn cash rewards and gain access to resources that promote health, engagement, and balance
  • Paid maternity and parental leave, as well as other family paid leave programs
  • Company-paid life, short and long-term disability insurance
  • Health Savings Account and Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending
  • Career development opportunities
  • Empowerment and encouragement to give back – volunteer hours and donation matching
Applicant Tracking System Keywords

Tip: use these terms in your resume and cover letter to boost ATS matches.

Hard Skills & Tools
Data AnalyticsBusiness IntelligenceApplied Data ScienceStatistical AnalysisMachine LearningData ModelingSQLPythonAnalytics WorkflowsPredictive Models
Soft Skills
LeadershipMentoringTeam DevelopmentStrategic VisionCommunicationCollaborationTransparencyDecision-MakingRecruitingProblem-Solving