Data Scientist, Risk - Remote

Overview

This position is posted by Jobgether on behalf of Found.com. We are currently looking for a Data Scientist, Risk in United States.

We are seeking a Risk Data Scientist to play a pivotal role in identifying, mitigating, and managing financial and operational risks in a fast-paced fintech environment. This role offers the opportunity to work closely with cross-functional teams to build scalable risk controls, optimize processes, and provide actionable insights that balance platform safety with a seamless user experience. The ideal candidate thrives in analyzing complex datasets, developing robust risk strategies, and communicating findings clearly to technical and non-technical stakeholders. This is a highly collaborative and impactful position where your work directly shapes the integrity and success of financial products.

In Short

• Conduct in-depth analysis of financial data, transaction patterns, and user behavior to identify potential credit, fraud, and compliance risks.
• Design, build, and deploy automated risk controls and decisioning systems in partnership with engineering, product, and data teams.
• Provide strategic insights and recommendations to leadership regarding risk trends, policy enhancements, and long-term risk strategy.
• Optimize and improve existing risk management processes and workflows to enhance efficiency and scalability.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure risk mitigation aligns with business growth and operational goals.
• Monitor, document, and communicate risk-related metrics to inform decision-making across the organization.

Requirements

• Strong analytical skills and experience with complex datasets.
• Proficiency in statistical modeling and data analysis tools.
• Experience in risk management or a related field.
• Ability to communicate findings to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Experience in a fintech or fast-paced environment is a plus.

Benefits

• Opportunity to work in a collaborative and impactful role.
• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Flexible working hours and remote work options.
• Professional development opportunities.