Staff Software Engineer, Machine Learning

Key Skills

Java Programming, Python Programming, C++, C Programming, SQL, Cloud computing, Scala Programming, Machine learning techniques, Data science techniques, MATLAB Programming, PyTorch, TensorFlow, R Programming

Job Description

Prosper’s lending strategies have been powered by ML (machine learning)/AI (Artificial. Intelligence) models since 2015 and have continued to advance into new areas with proven performance and scalability. The role is newly created to build next-gen machine learning/AI research capabilities from the ground up. You will initiate and build critical ML/AI capabilities by working in engineering closely with data scientists, credit strategy analysts and third-party solution providers. In this role you will work with a fast-paced and talented team that values innovation and teamwork.

Problems You Will Solve

• Work with a team of passionate, smart, and ambitious engineers who are working on building large scale systems to make Prosper a ML-driven organization. 
• Learn from and help shape our company's engineering culture
• Assess new data sources and prototype new methods to increase conversion and engagement to better serve a broad spectrum of consumers
• Collaborate with scientists/engineers to deploy the challenger models into production environment
• Lead by example to show passion and enthusiasm towards new challenges and never cease to challenge the status quo

All About You

• Possess 7+ years of experience in consumer lending industry or related consulting services with broad exposure to ML/AI solutions
• Have a strong background in applying cutting edge ML/AI techniques to solve business problems
• Architectural vision of Machine Learning Pipelines and data warehousing principles
• Solid understanding of computer science fundamentals such as algorithms, design patterns, and distributed systems architecture 
• Experience implementing and managing Data Warehousing and Big Data systems
• Experience with end-to-end scalable application development. 
• A passionate leader and thinker with an entrepreneurial mindset
• Ability to formulate business problems and roll-the-sleeves to prototype new solutions
• Solid statistical and data mining background
• Advance degree (M.S./PhD) preferably in statistics, computer science, engineering, physical sciences, economics or related technical field
• Outstanding communication skills – ability to effectively communicate complex concepts in plain English, and comfortable with technical details to communicate with cross-functional stakeholders
• Hands-on experience with Machine Learning languages and packages such Python and R. 
• Experience using cloud services in GCP or other cloud providers
• Exceptional interpersonal skills – collaborate with people internally and externally to build strong relationships

What We Offer

• The opportunity to collaborate with a team of creative, fun, and driven colleagues on products that have an immediate and significant impact on people's lives
• The opportunity to work in a fast-paced environment with experienced industry leaders
• Flexible time off, comprehensive health coverage, competitive salary, 401(k) employer match, paid parental leave
• Wellness benefits including access to mental health resources, virtual HIIT and yoga workouts
• A bevy of other perks including Udemy access, childcare assistance, pet insurance discounts, legal assistance, and additional discounts through Perkspot
• The ability to work remotely in the United States