Senior Data Scientist

<div class="content-intro"><p class="gmail-paragraph_paragraph__3RIg8 gmail-paragraph_medium__3PXAa gmail-markdown-renderer_paragraph__23HQX gmail-paragraph_pad-bottom__1m_1c"><strong>Gen Z</strong>&nbsp;is the generation of the side hustle. 💪🏻 They’re creators. 👩‍🎤 They’re freelancers. 🧑‍💻 They’re investors. 👩‍💼 And they’re not afraid to take on challenges, especially when it comes to their finances - and we’re here for it.</p>
<p class="gmail-paragraph_paragraph__3RIg8 gmail-paragraph_medium__3PXAa gmail-markdown-renderer_paragraph__23HQX gmail-paragraph_pad-bottom__1m_1c"><strong>Step</strong> is a next-generation financial services company building a better banking experience to help teens and young adults achieve financial independence and knowledge at an earlier age. We’re on a mission to improve the financial future of the next generation by empowering teens to start their financial journey today. Step is a well-funded Series C company that has raised more than $175M, focused on disrupting the banking industry through a differentiated mobile-first consumer experience.</p>
<p class="gmail-paragraph_paragraph__3RIg8 gmail-paragraph_medium__3PXAa gmail-markdown-renderer_paragraph__23HQX gmail-paragraph_pad-bottom__1m_1c"><strong data-stringify-type="bold">People love our product</strong>. We eclipsed over 5.5M million customers, and if you’re looking to join a fast-growing company with a strong mission and vision that puts people first, we want to meet you!</p></div><h2 id="the-role" class="heading_heading__l0Z5Q heading_heading-3__fAtKn markdown-renderer_h2__CL__8 heading_scroll-anchor__vqBW_"><strong>The role</strong></h2>
<p class="paragraph_paragraph__a8ob9 paragraph_medium__pI2TJ markdown-renderer_paragraph__KdyMm paragraph_pad-bottom__v64I3">Step is looking for an experienced Data Scientist to build and deploy Machine Learning models for all things Risk and Fraud.</p>
<h3 id="things-you-will-work-on" class="heading_heading__l0Z5Q heading_heading-3__fAtKn markdown-renderer_h2__CL__8 heading_scroll-anchor__vqBW_"><strong>What you’ll do</strong></h3>
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<li><strong>Build and Deploy ML Models:</strong> You’ll design, develop, and deploy machine learning models to enhance our Risk and Fraud detection systems. These models protect Step and our customers from fraud and financial loss.</li>
<li><strong>Lead Technical Efforts:</strong> You’ll take the lead in the Risk/Fraud area, providing technical direction and helping shape team’s strategy.</li>
<li><strong>Data Manipulation:</strong> You’ll use SQL to efficiently fetch, transform, and manipulate data, ensuring it’s ready for model development.</li>
<li><strong>Code Development:</strong> You’ll write production-grade code to deliver robust machine learning solutions.</li>
<li><strong>Design Experiments:</strong> You’ll apply statistics to guide experiments, determine appropriate sample sizes, and evaluate model performance.</li>
<li><strong>Cross-Function Partnership</strong>: Parter with Operations Team to quickly respond to rapidly evolving events.</li>
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<h3 id="qualifications" class="heading_heading__l0Z5Q heading_heading-3__fAtKn markdown-renderer_h2__CL__8 heading_scroll-anchor__vqBW_"><strong>What we’re looking for</strong></h3>
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<li>5+ years experience in Data Science or ML Engineering</li>
<li>A graduate degree in statistics, economics, applied mathematics, computer science, physical sciences, or a similar technical field.</li>
<li>Proficiency in SQL and Python</li>
<li>Ability to communicate clearly with both technical and non-technical audiences.</li>
<li>Excellent data analysis skills.</li>
<li>Experience developing and deploying machine learning models.</li>
<li>Experience, but not required, in working in financial systems, including lending or risk/fraud.</li>
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<p>&nbsp;</p><div class="content-conclusion"><h2>Working at Step</h2>
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<li style="font-weight: 400;"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Competitive salary based on experience, with full medical and dental benefits 💸</span></li>
<li style="font-weight: 400;"><span style="font-weight: 400;">High potential for growth 📈</span></li>
<li style="font-weight: 400;"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Stock in an early-stage startup 🤩</span></li>
<li style="font-weight: 400;"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Flexible WFH and vacation policy 🏝</span></li>
<li style="font-weight: 400;"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Paid parental Leave 🐣</span></li>
<li style="font-weight: 400;">Employee referral program 👯‍♀️👯</li>
<li style="font-weight: 400;"><span style="font-weight: 400;">401K plan 💪🏻</span></li>
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