Senior Data Scientist
Senior Data Scientist building and deploying predictive ML models (classification, regression, anomaly detection, clustering) to understand customers, improve acquisition/retention, and drive growth at a fintech company. Requires 5+ years ML experience, Python/SQL expertise, and strong experimentation skills; Master's preferred.
About the job
Responsibilities
- Design, develop, and deploy predictive classification and regression models, along with anomaly detection models and algorithms.
- Conduct extensive EDA, feature engineering, and data preprocessing to ensure high-quality input for ML models.
- Evaluate and optimize model performance using statistical and ML techniques.
- Design and execute A/B tests to measure and validate model impact.
- Perform customer segmentation using various clustering techniques.
- Develop and implement model monitoring dashboards and establish model governance techniques.
- Collaborate with Analytics, Product, Engineering, and Marketing teams to seamlessly integrate predictive models into workflows.
- Work with the ML Engineering team to ensure efficient data pipelines and scalable model deployment.
- Analyze diverse datasets to extract meaningful insights and patterns, identifying actionable opportunities for optimization and innovation.
Qualifications
- 5+ years of experience in data science with a strong emphasis on machine learning modeling.
- Proficiency in Python for data analysis and ML, with experience using libraries such as Scikit-Learn, XGBoost, TensorFlow, or PyTorch.
- Expertise in SQL and working with large, complex structured and semi-structured datasets.
- Strong understanding of core machine learning techniques, including logistic regression, gradient boosting, decision trees, and clustering methods.
- Experience in feature engineering, model selection, and performance optimization.
- Experienced in designing, executing, analyzing, and reporting on experiments.
- Strong communication skills and ability to present findings to technical and non-technical stakeholders.
- Master’s or higher degree in Data Science, Computer Science, Statistics, or a related field is preferred.
Preferred Skills
- Experience working in fintech, e-commerce, or other data-rich consumer-facing industries.
- Familiarity with Google Cloud Platform (GCP) services, particularly Vertex AI and Dataflow, for scalable data processing and model training.
- Experience with dbt for data modeling.
- Familiarity with BigQuery or other MPP (Massively Parallel Processing) databases.
- Experience using the Scala programming language for developing scalable and efficient data pipelines.
Compensation & Benefits
This role has a base salary range of $170,000.00 - $220,000.00. Compensation is determined based on experience, skill level, and qualifications. Current offers a competitive total rewards package which includes base salary, equity, and comprehensive benefits such as:
- Stock options
- 401(k) savings plan
- Discretionary performance bonus program
- Medical, Dental and Vision premiums covered at 100% for you and your dependents
- Unlimited time off and paid holidays
- Generous parental leave policy
- Commuter benefits
- Healthcare and Dependent care FSA benefit
- Employee Assistance Programs focused on mental health
- Access to mental health apps
- Team building activities
Skills
Python, SQL, scikit-learn, Xgboost, TensorFlow, PyTorch, BigQuery, GCP, Vertex Ai, dbt, Scala, A/B Testing, Machine Learning, Clustering
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