Senior Data Scientist, ID.me
Fraud
$160-223k
Salary dependent on location.
2-3 days a week in office (Mountain View CA or McLean, CA )
Digital identity verification platform
Open for applications
Digital identity verification platform
501-1000 employees
Open for applications
$160-223k
Salary dependent on location.
2-3 days a week in office (Mountain View CA or McLean, CA )
501-1000 employees
Company mission
To make the world a more trusted place by delivering the highest level of security with the least amount of friction at the lowest possible cost.
Role
Who you are
- If you are data-driven, results-oriented, and eager to help solve data problems related to fraud, then this would be the perfect opportunity for you
- MS (PHD Preferred) in a highly quantitative field (Computer Science, Engineering, Math, Operations Research, Physics, Statistics, or related)
- 4+ years of hands-on experience in Data Science and using/building Machine Learning models
- Experience in developing, managing, and manipulating large/complex datasets
- Experience with deep learning frameworks, ie. any of the following: Tensorflow, Scikit-learn, Pytorch, MXNet, Keras
- Solid coding skills with SQL and Python
- Experience with the ML ecosystem, i.e. pandas, numpy, sklearn, or related
- Experience in Fraud a plus
- Data-driven, detail-oriented individual with excellent storytelling and problem-solving abilities
- Ability to work independently and autonomously, as well as part of a team
- Superb time management, prioritization of tasks and ability to meet deadlines with little supervision
- Note that candidates must be located in the continental U.S
What the job involves
- We are seeking a talented Data Scientist to gather critical insights and identify and analyze fraud patterns across the ID.me network
- In this role, you will work closely with the Fraud Analytics Team, Fraud Investigations Team, Engineering, Product and Customer Success to execute on ID.me’s fraud strategy
- Partner with fraud leadership and fraud investigators to develop our fraud strategy
- Design experiments, test hypotheses, and analyze fraud patterns that are effective at detecting fraud with low false positive rates
- Leverage data analytics evaluate, recommend, and manage fraud strategies to prevent fraudulent activity on the ID.me network
- Respond quickly to fraud attacks by developing fraud monitoring frameworks, dashboards, and solutions in collaboration with cross-functional teams
- Recommend and build automated rules and models to support the detection and prevention of fraudulent activity
- Use signals and data collected by member interactions with the ID.me network to identify the use of stolen Personal Identifiable Information (PII), social engineering, and account takeover (ATO)
- Establish robust monitoring capabilities to ensure high performance of both automated and manual fraud detection processes
- Build strong relationships with key partners and the leadership
Our take
ID.me is a digital identity verification platform that simplifies how individuals prove and share their identity online. From identity proofing, authentication, and group affiliation verification the company’s services are highly scalable, as organizations across all sectors benefit from the type of technology provided by ID.me.
While there are a number of identity verification platforms in the space, ID.me has secured a considerable market share. It's formed partnerships with 31 states, multiple federal agencies, and over 500 name-brand retailers, resulting in over 100 million users - and over 70,000 individuals joining every day.
The company has raised significant funding over the years. While the intended use for new capital has yet to be specified, ID has been focusing efforts on improved customer experiences, operational enhancements, and product updates in order to maintain its competitive edge.
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Company
Funding (last 2 of 14 rounds)
Apr 2023
$132m
SERIES D
Mar 2021
$100m
SERIES C
Total funding: $287.4m
Company benefits
- Company-Sponsored Medical, Dental, and Vision Plans for You and Your Family
- Paid Parental Leave
- Generous Paid Time Off
- 401K With Employer Matching
- Company-Sponsored Life Insurance
- Employee Equity Incentive Plan
- Remote Opportunities
- Multiple Lounge Areas and Game Room
- Numerous Mental Health Resources
Company values
- Make something better every day
- Inspire people with your passion
- Treat each customer like your favorite family member
- Own your mistakes so you can learn from them
- Details are everything
- Communicate like a scientist
- Don't be a jerk
- Always compete
- Be truthful (even when it's hard)
- Ask questions like a five-year-old
Company HQ
Tysons, VA
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Leadership
Blake Hall
(CEO)Current Advisor at several companies, including AgentHero and Boomtown!. Former Army Officer in the U.S. Army.
Tanel Suurhans
(CTO)They have also served as the company's EVP of Technology in conjunction with being CTO. Former Software Engineer at PerfectLine and AS Delfi.
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