Data Scientist for Risk and Fraud

Key Skills

Data science techniques, Effective communication skills, Python Programming, R Programming, SQL

Job Description

About the Role

Join our team as a Risk Decision Scientist and play a crucial role in safeguarding the integrity of the Uber platform. In this global position, you will leverage your data-driven expertise to identify, analyze, and mitigate emerging fraud trends. Through statistical analysis and creative problem-solving, you will contribute to the development of robust strategies that minimize fraud losses while ensuring operational efficiency and a seamless user experience.

Collaborating with cross-functional teams comprising engineers, product managers, fellow decision scientists, and operations managers, you will be responsible for key performance metrics related to fraud detection and false positives optimization. Your analytical prowess and business acumen will be instrumental in driving data-informed decisions and shaping the future of risk management at Uber.

While experience with machine learning techniques is a valuable asset, this role primarily focuses on statistical analysis, fraud detection, and risk management rather than specific model development or deployment.

What You'll Do:

• Perform statistical analysis to understand fraud behaviours and contribute to detection models/features
• Build and maintain fraud rules to address evolving fraudulent activities
• Extract insights from large datasets to develop fraud mitigation strategies
• Build deep understanding of risk data, reporting, and key metrics
• Conduct experiments to test and optimize risk mitigation solutions
• Collaborate with global cross-functional teams on fraud prevention projects
• Effectively communicate findings to drive business decisions
• With guidance from manager, define and develop an area of expertise

What You'll Need:

• Immediate availability to work from São Paulo
• English proficiency (B2+)
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in a data-focused role, such as data science, fraud analytics, risk management, or business intelligence
• Exceptional proficiency in SQL and statistical analysis languages (Python, R, or similar)
• Proven track record of leveraging advanced analytical techniques and statistical methods to solve complex, real-world problems
• Experience in experimentation, A/B testing, and statistical modeling
• Expertise in defining, measuring, and communicating performance metrics that drive business impact
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to articulate technical concepts to diverse stakeholders
• A natural problem-solver with a passion for critical thinking and a get things done mindset
• Comfortable with ambiguity and capable of thriving in a dynamic, self-directed environment

Bonus Points If You have:

• Advanced degree in a quantitative field such as Statistics, Mathematics, Operations Research, Economics, or a related discipline
• Data engineering/pipeline creation experience
• Prior background in risk, fraud, or payments

We welcome people from all backgrounds who seek the opportunity to help build a future where everyone and everything can move independently. If you have the curiosity, passion, and collaborative spirit, work with us, and let’s move the world forward, together.

Offices continue to be central to collaboration and Uber’s cultural identity. Unless formally approved to work fully remotely, Uber expects employees to spend at least half of their work time in their assigned office. For certain roles, such as those based at green-light hubs, employees are expected to be in-office for 100% of their time. Please speak with your recruiter to better understand in-office expectations for this role.

Accommodations may be available based on religious and/or medical conditions, or as required by applicable law. To request an accommodation, please reach out to accommodations@uber.com.