Lead Data Scientist - KYC/Onboarding

What you'll be doing

  • Actively participate in planning and ideation of data science projects with cross-functional teams
  • Identify opportunities and apply machine learning/data science techniques
  • Communicate the value, limitations, and impact of data science initiatives to stakeholders
  • Manage and create large image and tabular datasets related to KYC processes
  • Iterate on deep learning image models
  • Measure and optimise machine learning model performance
  • Maintain and develop a large Python codebase using industry best practices
  • Stay updated with machine learning advancements and incorporate new ideas into production systems
  • Research Document verification to prevent criminal activity
  • Mentor junior team members, encouraging skill growth and adherence to industry standards

Perks and benefits

  • Flexible working arrangements with trust and responsibility
  • Stock options in a profitable company
  • Relocation support
  • Generous parental leave
  • Pension scheme
  • Paid sabbatical
  • Extensive development opportunities
  • Sports and wellbeing compensation
  • Fun work environment with social activities and events
  • Opportunity to work with smart, curious people

Requirements

  • Experience owning training, iteration, and management of machine learning model life cycles
  • Strong skills in machine learning especially deep learning with image data
  • Proficiency in Python and maintaining large codebases with best practices
  • Ability to manage large datasets including image and tabular data
  • Experience evaluating model performance and conducting research to enhance systems
  • Capability to communicate technical concepts to diverse stakeholders
  • Mentorship experience and willingness to support junior team members

Nice to haves

  • Experience in KYC, customer onboarding, or document verification domains
  • Knowledge of mitigating risk through data science techniques
  • Interest in preventing criminal activity through innovative solutions
  • Enthusiasm for working in a diverse, inclusive, and mission-driven company culture
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