Zip Co Limited
Salary: 108k – 152k USD/year
Location: Remote (United States only)
Job Type: Full-time
Are you a Data Scientist passionate about remote work? Zip Co Limited is looking for someone with expertise in developing and deploying advanced machine learning models. You will thrive if you have strong proficiency in Python, PySpark, SQL, and a solid background in statistics and finance/fintech.
As a remote-first opportunity, this role is open to US-based employees with an option to work in person from our Manhattan office. If you’re eager to collaborate across teams, adapt to new technologies, and drive business-wide decision-making, Zip is the perfect place for you.
Responsibilities:
- Develop, validate, and deploy ML models that drive decision-making.
- Extract and explore data to improve models, performing ad hoc analysis as needed.
- Maintain documentation of approaches, including objectives, assumptions, and model performance.
- Collaborate with engineers to validate and deploy scalable solutions.
- Partner with stakeholders across the organization to gather insights and enhance model effectiveness.
- Continue growing your expertise in data science through self-study, project exposure, and mentorship from senior team members.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s Degree in a quantitative field (e.g., computer science, data science, engineering, economics, mathematics), with a Master’s/Advanced degree preferred.
- 4-6 years of experience in Data Science, including 2+ years in Finance/Fintech building consumer credit underwriting models.
- Strong knowledge of Statistics and Machine Learning Modeling, with experience in deploying models in production.
- Proficient in Python, PySpark, and SQL; knowledge of Deep Learning is a plus.
- Ability to multitask and work independently in a fast-paced, remote environment.
What You’ll Get:
- A flexible, remote work culture with the option to work from our Union Square office.
- Incentive programs, generous PTO, paid parental leave, and 100% employer-covered insurance.
- Learning and wellness subscriptions, company-sponsored 401k match, and other benefits.
Join Zip and contribute to a team that embraces diversity and inclusion. We are committed to ensuring equitable recruitment processes and welcome applicants from all backgrounds.
Apply now and start your journey with Zip!