Staff Data Scientist, CEO Office - Airwallex

Role Overview

As a Staff Data Scientist in the CEO Office at Airwallex, you will be a critical partner to the CEO and Regional Business Leads, providing data-driven insights that shape the company's strategic direction. Your expertise will span causal inference, AI, and forecasting, and you will be responsible for building data products that drive business growth and efficiency. You'll mentor junior team members, ensuring a culture of technical excellence and proactive critical thinking. This role offers a unique opportunity to influence the future of a rapidly growing global fintech company.

A Day in the Life

Your day might start with a meeting with the CEO to discuss the impact of recent macroeconomic events on Airwallex's business. You'll leverage causal inference methods to provide data-backed insights and recommendations. Next, you might work on developing an AI model to improve the efficiency of a key business process. In the afternoon, you'll lead a forecasting session, using advanced statistical methods to predict future performance. You will also spend time mentoring junior data scientists, reviewing their code and providing guidance on their projects. Finally, you'll wrap up the day by scoping out a new data product that could potentially revolutionize a specific area of the business.

Why San Francisco?

San Francisco is a global hub for technology and innovation, offering access to a vibrant ecosystem of talent, resources, and opportunities. Being based in San Francisco allows you to collaborate with some of the brightest minds in the industry, attend industry events, and stay at the forefront of the latest advancements in data science and AI. Airwallex's San Francisco office provides a dynamic and collaborative work environment, with access to world-class amenities and a supportive community of colleagues.

Career Path

The Staff Data Scientist role is a senior position within the Airwallex data science organization. From this role, you can advance to leadership positions such as Principal Data Scientist, Data Science Manager, or Director of Data Science. You may also have opportunities to specialize in a specific area of data science, such as AI, causal inference, or forecasting. Airwallex is committed to providing its employees with opportunities for growth and development, and will support you in achieving your career goals.

Salary & Benefits

The estimated salary range for a Staff Data Scientist in San Francisco is $180,000 to $270,000 per year. Airwallex also offers a comprehensive benefits package, including health, dental, and vision insurance, generous paid time off, professional development opportunities, and employee assistance programs. We are dedicated to providing our team members with a supportive and rewarding work environment where they can thrive and build a successful career.

Airwallex Culture

Airwallex is a fast-paced, innovative, and collaborative company that values its employees. We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive work environment where everyone feels welcome and respected. We encourage our employees to take ownership of their work, think outside the box, and challenge the status quo. We believe that by working together, we can achieve great things and build the future of global finance.

How to Apply

If you are a highly motivated and talented data scientist with a passion for solving complex problems, we encourage you to apply for the Staff Data Scientist position at Airwallex. To apply, please submit your resume and cover letter through our online application portal. We look forward to hearing from you!

FAQ

1. What is Airwallex? Airwallex is a global payments and financial platform that helps businesses manage their finances across borders.
2. What does the Strategic Data Science team do? The Strategic Data Science team provides Airwallex’s Leadership with the data, tooling, and insights needed to amplify Airwallex’s rapid growth.
3. What skills are required for this role? The required skills include data science, causal inference, AI, forecasting, and statistical methods.
4. What are the minimum qualifications for this role? The minimum qualifications include 7+ years of industry experience and an advanced degree in a quantitative field.
5. What are the responsibilities of a Staff Data Scientist? The responsibilities include being the go-to data partner for the CEO and Regional Business Leads, using causal inference methods, and leveraging AI to generate insights.
6. What is the salary range for this role? The estimated salary range is $180,000 to $270,000 per year.
7. What are the benefits of working at Airwallex? The benefits include health, dental, and vision insurance, paid time off, and professional development opportunities.
8. What is the company culture like at Airwallex? The company culture is fast-paced, innovative, and collaborative.
9. Where is the job located? This position is located in San Francisco, California.
10. What is the application process? To apply, please submit your resume and cover letter through our online application portal.