Airwallex: Senior Risk & Fraud Data Scientist, Algorithm - Singapore

Role Overview

Airwallex is seeking a highly skilled and motivated Senior Risk & Fraud Data Scientist to join our Algorithm team in Singapore. In this role, you will be at the forefront of innovation in risk management, tackling challenging machine learning problems in the international payment risk domain. You will be responsible for implementing end-to-end machine learning solutions to address real business challenges and deliver significant business impact. You will work within the risk platform team, responsible for managing risk across all Airwallex products. The role requires a strong background in machine learning, data engineering, and risk management, as well as excellent communication and collaboration skills.

A Day in the Life

As a Senior Risk & Fraud Data Scientist at Airwallex, your day-to-day activities will include:

• Analyzing business requirements and translating them into machine learning problems.
• Working on data engineering, feature engineering, model training, and deployment.
• Identifying issues and proposing effective solutions through regular analysis.
• Developing machine learning platforms and tools to streamline ML workflows at Airwallex.
• Collaborating with cross-functional teams to apply models that solve business problems.
• Designing, developing, and implementing machine learning models for risk and fraud detection.
• Evaluating model performance and identifying areas for improvement.
• Monitoring and analyzing trends in risk and fraud to proactively identify new threats.
• Staying up-to-date with the latest advancements in machine learning and risk management.

Why Singapore?

Singapore is a global hub for technology and finance, offering a vibrant and dynamic environment for professionals in the fintech industry. Airwallex's presence in Singapore provides opportunities to work with a diverse team and contribute to the company's global mission. The city-state's strategic location, strong infrastructure, and supportive ecosystem make it an ideal place to advance your career in risk and fraud data science.

Career Path

At Airwallex, we are committed to providing our employees with opportunities for growth and development. As a Senior Risk & Fraud Data Scientist, you can advance your career in several directions, including:

• Principal Data Scientist: Lead and mentor a team of data scientists, driving innovation in risk management and fraud detection.
• Engineering Manager: Manage a team of engineers responsible for building and maintaining the risk management platform.
• Product Manager: Define and execute the product roadmap for risk management solutions.
• Research Scientist: Focus on developing cutting-edge machine learning algorithms and techniques for risk and fraud prevention.

Salary & Benefits

Airwallex offers a competitive salary and benefits package, commensurate with experience and qualifications. The estimated salary range for this position in Singapore is $120,000 - $180,000 USD per year. In addition to salary, Airwallex provides a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• Comprehensive health insurance
• Generous paid time off policy
• Employee stock options
• Professional development opportunities
• Company-sponsored events and activities
• Flexible work arrangements

Airwallex Culture

Airwallex is a fast-paced and dynamic company with a strong focus on innovation and collaboration. We value employees who are passionate about solving complex problems and making a real impact on the world. Our culture is built on the following principles:

• Customer Obsession: We put our customers at the heart of everything we do.
• Innovation: We are constantly seeking new and better ways to solve problems.
• Collaboration: We work together as a team to achieve our goals.
• Ownership: We take responsibility for our actions and results.
• Growth: We are committed to learning and development.

How to Apply

If you are a highly motivated and skilled data scientist with a passion for risk management and fraud detection, we encourage you to apply for this position. To apply, please submit your resume and cover letter through the Airwallex careers website. In your cover letter, please highlight your relevant experience and skills, and explain why you are interested in working at Airwallex.

FAQ

1. What are the minimum qualifications for this role?

   The minimum qualifications for this role include at least 3+ years of experience with common ML libraries, a Bachelor’s or above degree in Computer Science or a related field, and proficiency in Python and SQL.

2. Is experience in payment risk required?

   Experience in payment risk or international e-commerce risk is a plus, but not mandatory.

3. What are the responsibilities of this role?

   The responsibilities include analyzing business requirements, working on data engineering, developing ML platforms, and collaborating with cross-functional teams.

4. What is the career path for this role?

   Potential career paths include Principal Data Scientist, Engineering Manager, Product Manager, and Research Scientist.

5. What is the salary range for this position?

   The estimated salary range for this position in Singapore is $120,000 - $180,000 USD per year.

6. What benefits does Airwallex offer?

   Airwallex offers comprehensive health insurance, paid time off, employee stock options, and professional development opportunities.

7. What is the company culture like?

   Airwallex has a fast-paced, innovative, and collaborative culture that values customer obsession, ownership, and growth.

8. How do I apply for this position?

   Submit your resume and cover letter through the Airwallex careers website.

9. What is Airwallex?

   Airwallex is the only unified payments and financial platform for global businesses.

10. Where is the role located?

    This role is located in Singapore.