Data Scientist
Sardine$150,000 - $170,000/year
- Full Time
- Senior (5 to 8 years)
Not SpecifiedCompensation
Junior (1 to 2 years), Entry Level & New GradExperience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Financial Services, Data ScienceIndustries
Requirements
Candidates should possess an Advanced Degree (MS/PhD) in Data Science, Statistics, Mathematics, Computer Science, Finance, or a related quantitative discipline, and 0-2 years of hands-on experience in a data science or analytics role, preferably in financial services. A strong foundation in statistics, machine learning, and financial domain knowledge is also required.
Responsibilities
The Data Scientist will build and deploy statistical models and machine learning algorithms to solve business problems in areas like credit risk, fraud detection, pricing, customer segmentation, and marketing attribution, validate models to identify factors affecting performance, analyze large datasets using SQL, Python, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to define data-driven strategies and stay up to date with data science and fintech trends.
Skills
SQL
Python
Machine Learning
Statistical Modeling
Data Analysis
Financial Domain Knowledge
Credit Risk
Fraud Detection
Pricing
Customer Segmentation
Marketing Attribution
Upgrade
Provides loans, credit cards, and rewards
About Upgrade
Upgrade offers personal loans, credit cards, and rewards checking accounts to help individuals manage their finances. Their personal loans allow borrowing up to $50,000 with fixed rates and no prepayment penalties, while the Upgrade Card provides cash back rewards on various spending categories. What makes Upgrade different is its focus on affordability and user-friendly features, attracting customers looking for flexible credit solutions. The company's goal is to promote responsible financial behavior and long-term financial health through accessible credit options.
San Francisco, CaliforniaHeadquarters
2016Year Founded
$532.1MTotal Funding
SERIES_FCompany Stage
Fintech, Financial ServicesIndustries
1,001-5,000Employees