Data Researcher at Forter

Tel Aviv-Yafo, TA, Israel

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Junior (1 to 2 years), Mid-level (3 to 4 years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

UnknownVisa

E-commerce, Fintech, TechnologyIndustries

Requirements

Relevant experience (one of the below): At least 2 years of hands-on experience in quantitative research/data science, or a related role involving production-oriented data analytics and hypothesis-led research; OR MSc or PhD in a quantitative field (e.g., Physics, Economics, Neuroscience, Biotechnology, Computer Science, etc.)
Strong analytical and logical reasoning skills with a proven ability to dissect and solve highly complex problems
Extensive experience working with large datasets using scripting languages (e.g., Python, R, or Matlab)
Excellent communication skills – ability to articulate complex technical concepts and research findings to diverse audiences

Responsibilities

Invent, design, implement, and refine our system’s core decisioning logic and models in a live production environment
Conduct in-depth research into complex fraud patterns, adversarial networks, and emerging global threats
Leverage rich datasets to derive actionable insights, develop new system components, and advance our feature engineering processes
Develop, prototype, and automate new tools and processes to enhance the precision and scale of our systems
Collaborate with a world-class team of Data Scientists, Analysts, Researchers, and Engineers to develop the next generation of Forter’s AI technology
Engage directly with key customers, providing analytical insights and helping to tailor solutions to their specific needs

Skills

fraud detection

decisioning logic

data analysis

feature engineering

AI technology

prototyping

automation

research

SQL

Python

Forter

Fraud prevention and identity protection services

About Forter

Forter provides a range of services designed to protect online businesses from fraud and abuse. Its offerings include identity protection to prevent unauthorized access and fraudulent purchases, fraud management that allows businesses to make instant decisions to stop fraudsters, and abuse prevention to identify unauthorized resellers and coupon abusers. Additionally, Forter focuses on payment optimization to enhance trust with banks and improve transaction conversion rates while ensuring compliance with European regulations like PSD2. The company also automates chargeback recovery to help businesses dispute and win claims. Unlike many competitors, Forter operates on a B2B model, charging businesses based on their size and transaction volume, and aims to enhance revenue protection and customer experience for online retailers.

New York City, New YorkHeadquarters

2013Year Founded

$513.6MTotal Funding

SERIES_FCompany Stage

Cybersecurity, Financial ServicesIndustries

501-1,000Employees

Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) Company Match

Home Office Stipend

Unlimited Paid Time Off

Hybrid Work Options

Risks

Rising BNPL services complicate fraud detection and increase payment default risks.

Increased returns fraud challenges Forter's fraud prevention systems.

Shift to social media shopping introduces new fraud vectors for Forter to address.

Differentiation

Forter offers real-time, automated fraud prevention solutions for online merchants.

The company focuses on consumer-centric fraud prevention, enhancing customer experience and growth.

Forter's services include identity protection, fraud management, and payment optimization.

Upsides

Forter's AI enhancements improve decision capabilities, boosting fraud prevention effectiveness.

Partnerships with Shopify, Salesforce, and PwC enhance Forter's competitive positioning.

Integration with Gr4vy streamlines payments and mitigates risks for enterprise merchants.

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