Senior Data Scientist/NLP (m/f/d) at Remitly

Bonn, North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany

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Not SpecifiedCompensation
Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Intellectual Property, TechnologyIndustries

Requirements

  • Master’s or PhD in Computer Science, Computational Linguistics, Artificial Intelligence, or related discipline
  • 5+ years of hands-on experience building NLP solutions in a research or commercial environment
  • Proven expertise in modern NLP techniques (e.g., semantic embeddings, transformer architectures, generative models) with experience evaluating, optimizing, and scaling NLP models
  • Strong experience with knowledge graph design, construction, and integration with NLP systems
  • Hands-on skills in Python and modern ML frameworks (e.g., PyTorch, TensorFlow)
  • Excellent problem-solving and communication skills, with experience collaborating in cross-functional, agile teams
  • Preferred
  • Familiarity with graph databases (Neo4j, RDF, SPARQL) and distributed knowledge graph systems
  • Publications, patents, or conference presentations in relevant NLP or ML venues

Responsibilities

  • Apply state-of-the-art techniques in embeddings, transformers, and generative language models to IP data
  • Design and enhance knowledge graph architectures to capture domain knowledge and enable advanced reasoning
  • Integrate embeddings and NLP methods with graph-based systems to power knowledge-driven insights
  • Prototype and validate new approaches, transitioning successful methods into production-grade systems in collaboration with AI engineering teams
  • Mentor and support junior data scientists, fostering a collaborative and innovative culture
  • Stay current with state-of-the-art NLP and graph research, applying and adapting new methods to real-world problems in intellectual property
  • Contribute to the internal knowledge base by publishing technical reports, presenting at internal forums, and, where appropriate, authoring external publications or patents
  • Work with product managers and business stakeholders to deliver customer-focused solutions with measurable impact

Skills

NLP
semantic embeddings
knowledge graphs
transformers
generative language models
graph-based reasoning
embeddings

Remitly

International money transfer for immigrants

About Remitly

Remitly focuses on international money transfers, helping immigrants send money to their families quickly and securely at lower costs than traditional banks. The company charges transaction fees and earns from the exchange rate margin, offering various transfer options like bank deposits and cash pickups. Remitly enhances user experience through its website and mobile app, allowing real-time tracking of transfers, and engages with immigrant communities by providing helpful resources and educational support. Its goal is to meet the unique needs of immigrants while ensuring fast, affordable, and reliable money transfer services.

Seattle, WashingtonHeadquarters
2011Year Founded
$423.9MTotal Funding
IPOCompany Stage
Fintech, Financial ServicesIndustries
1,001-5,000Employees

Benefits

Continuing Education or Travel Stipend
Office Culture
Flexible PTO, Schedules and Leaves
DEI Learning Opportunities
Community Engagement
Inclusive Benefits

Risks

Swift's integration into banks' channels poses a competitive threat to Remitly.
AI agents' rise may challenge Remitly's operational model in efficiency and cost-effectiveness.
Schall Law Firm's investigation could impact investor confidence and Remitly's reputation.

Differentiation

Remitly focuses on immigrants, offering competitive rates and fast, secure transactions.
The company leverages technology for a seamless user experience via its app and website.
Remitly engages with immigrant communities through content and educational initiatives.

Upsides

Increased digital wallet adoption in key markets expands Remitly's reach to unbanked individuals.
AI agents in operations could reduce costs and improve Remitly's efficiency.
Visa collaboration enhances Remitly's cross-border fund flow services, boosting customer satisfaction.

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