Data Scientist, Risk

The Ladders
United States
1 day ago

Role details

Contract type
Permanent contract
Employment type
Full-time (> 32 hours)
Experience level
Expert
Experience required
5 years minimum
Compensation
$120,000.0 - $150,000.0
Working hours
Regular working hours
Job source

Tech stack

A/B Testing Artificial Intelligence Data Transformation Python (Programming Language) SQL Databases

Job description

  • Own optimization of the credit decisioning process across multiple acquisition channels
  • Develop and refine underwriting, targeting, and segmentation models
  • Design and implement A/B tests to evaluate credit policies with structured reporting
  • Construct models linking application volume to financial outcomes like approval rates and expected losses
  • Create AI-powered workflows that autonomously monitor and diagnose performance anomalies
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop new targeting criteria and risk frameworks
  • Build frameworks to identify and expand credit access to underserved populations

Requirements

  • 5-8 years of experience in data science or risk analytics, preferably in a fintech or startup environment
  • Strong skills in Python and SQL for model creation and data transformation
  • Experience in building credit risk or predictive models in a regulated setting
  • Deep understanding of statistical methods, experimentation design, and causal analysis
  • Comfortable using AI tools to boost analytical workflows and outcomes
  • Proficient in presenting complex analyses to diverse audiences, including leadership
  • Ability to independently manage projects in a rapidly evolving startup context

Benefits & conditions

  • Competitive compensation and equity offerings
  • Choice of leading configured work computers
  • Flexible paid time off policy
  • Comprehensive healthcare coverage, including dependent coverage
  • Access to additional health services like One Medical and FSA options
  • Generous parental leave policy of 20 weeks for primary caregivers, and 8 weeks for all new parents
  • Commitment to investing in innovative technology and resources for team productivity

Our client is an equal opportunity employer. We encourage you to apply even if you don’t meet every qualification-your background could be exactly what this team needs.

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