Raheel Shoeb

About Raheel Shoeb

Raheel Shoeb is an ambitious, seasoned Data Science professional who\'s a Master\'s graduate in Data Science/Artificial Intelligence from the University of Texas at Austin and is also a Bachelor of Commerce graduate in Finance/Economics from the University of Toronto. Raheel is a Sr. Quantitative Analyst for the Capital Markets division at Mr. Cooper since 2022 with substantial experience in data engineering, creating/deploying ML models and impacting strategy. Raheel has also obtained 10+ years of experience in Sales/Client Service roles within the Financial Services industry over time and provides a unique balance of technical/soft skills needed to solve business problems. His long-term vision is to become a strong leader/innovator in AI, robotics and space within the private and public sectors of the economy. Currently employed with Mr. Cooper as a Sr. Quant Analyst Created and deployed an industry-scale, robust lead scoring ML model which has transformed Mr. Cooper\'s lead routing strategy and is AI-driven based on the model\'s predictions as of Q1 2025 Possess strong AI/ML, Data Engineering, SAS, Python, SQL, Excel, Mathematical, Economics, Sales and Data Analytics skills Master\'s in Data Science and Artificial Intelligence from the University of Texas at Austin in 2021 (52nd ranking worldwide 2024 as per Times)- 3.25/4 GPA Bachelor of Commerce graduate from the University of Toronto in 2012 (21st ranking worldwide 2024 as per Times); double major in Accounting/Finance and Economics - 3.00/4 GPA SAS Programmer II in 2022 Loan Originator license in 2017 via NMLS #15•••08 Series 3 and 34 in 2013 via NFA Have worked at world-leading banks as a Loan Officer that include UBS and Bank of America for Mortgage sales from 20••••22 with a proven record Proven record in FX Sales from 2013 to 2016 - previously employed as a FX Client Support Rep at FXCM and FX Account Manager at OANDA Possess almost 10 years of Sales/Client Support experience within the US Financial Services industry Multi-lingual – fluent in English, Urdu and HindiSkills:Strategy, SAS, Python, SQL, Excel, Data Science, Data Engineering, Analytics, AI/ML, Modeling, Forecasting, Pricing, Mathematics, Finance, Economics, Sales, Client Service, Problem solving, Private banking, Mortgage, Salesforce, Forex trading, Financial Markets, Accounting

Experience

1. Sr Quantitative Analyst

   Mr. Cooper

   Oct 2022 — Present · Dallas, TX, US

   Train, recalibrate, deploy and present ML models for Mr. Cooper\'s $1.5 trillion residential mortgage portfolio to solve business problems (as of 12/31/2024 and the largest in the US) Use supervised AI/ML algorithms such as logistic/linear regression, decision trees, and gradient boosting with SAS/Python supporting lead routing, pricing and revenue optimization; variables are extensive in each model using complex training data sets Create/automate end-to-end data pipelines by using SQL within SAS to run queries, do data collection/pre-processing and merge data as part of data engineering for modeling/production; also use Microsoft SQL SMS to run queries for initial EDA Use advanced concepts in Mathematics such as Probability/Statistics, Calculus and Linear Algebra for creating a data set/feature engineering, modeling and deployment Perform model validation with metrics such as KS score, AUC, R^2, RMSE, importance table, lift, stability metrics, and recalibration to optimize model accuracy Review margin/pricing analytics for the Sales team with optimization in SAS/Python and study interest rate sensitivity for a ML-based pricing strategy with elasticity models and A/B testing Use Excel to create reports for leads, locks, fundings, margin, prepayment, recapture, default and origination revenue Work with limited supervision and have meticulous attention to detail while maintaining project deadlines using the CRISP-DM method Present AI models in PowerPoint to VPs/SVPs at Mr. Cooper and write model implementation packages for data governance Attend quarterly meetings with Moody\'s Analytics team that go over macroeconomic variables such as GDP, Unemployment rate, inflation, Fed rate and house prices; the Fed\'s monetary policy is also discussed Collaboration with VPs at Mr. Cooper in Sales, Marketing, Product, Finance, Risk, Data Engineering and IT for business strategy

Education

• University of Toronto

  Bachelor of Commerce (Hons), Double major: Accounting & Economics

  2008 — 2012

• The University of Texas at Austin

  Master's degree, Data Science and Artificial Intelligence

  2020 — 2021

Skills

• Quickbooks
• Communication
• Analytical Skills
• Technical Data Analysis
• Computer Proficiency
• Microsoft Excel
• Business Analysis
• Leadership
• Mathematics
• Accounting
• Critical Thinking
• Creativity
• Analysis
• Management Accounting
• Chart Analysis
• Microsoft Office
• Sales
• Selling Skills
• Audit Reports
• Team Leadership
• Problem Solving
• Entrepreneurship Thinking
• Internal Controls
• Financial Economics
• Communication Skills
• Financial Analysis
• Information Technology