Senior Data Scientist - Fraud & Payments

Key Skills

AWS Sagemaker, Data science techniques, Databricks, Effective communication skills, Machine learning techniques, MLflow, Python Programming, R Programming, SPARK Programming, SQL, Writing

Job Description

FanDuel is looking for a data science manager to string focus on fraud and risk modeling to join our team. You will help manage the roadmap and evolve how FanDuel looks at the fraud and payments space using the advanced statistical and machine learning methodologies. You will be part of a group of data scientists and analysts to continually evolve the various tools, models, and data visualizations, to continue and keep our customers safe. 

THE GAME PLAN

Everyone on our team has a part to play

• Develop and implement advanced statistical and machine learning models to detect and predict fraudulent behaviors
• Continuously refine and enhance fraud detection models to improve accuracy and reduce false positives.
• Collaborate with domain experts to understand key indicators of fraud and incorporate them into the models.
• Identify and mitigate fraud risks by implementing anomaly detection and pattern recognition models to detect suspicious activities.
• Implement real-time fraud detection systems using appropriate software and technologies.
• Stay up to date with the latest trends and advancements in fraud detection methodologies
• Lead projects from start to finish, maintain a roadmap, set proper expectations, and communicate timely and adequately with stakeholders
• Own presentations to senior stakeholders, focusing on results and impactful actionable insights, adjusting the communication style to the audience

THE STATS

What we're looking for in our next teammate

• 4-7+ years of experience in Data Science creating and deploying models
• Hands on experience working within Fraud and/or Payments business units
• Deep understanding of the technical elements required to build risk models
• Experience developing roadmaps for operations teams to evolve how a business looks at customer risk
• Bachelor's Degree in a highly numerate major (Math, Stats, Econ, etc.) or relevant experience in data and/or business analysis
• Experience delivering model result to business users and have recommendation implemented
• Leadership experience running a team focused on MMMs
• Proficiency in SQL and Python or R required
• Experience with techstacks such as MLFlow, Spark, Databricks, Sagemaker
• Can write production level code, understand principles of programming
• Experience working in groups and being part of smaller intra year projects
• Interest in Sports and/or Sports Gaming preferred

PLAYER BENEFITS

We treat our team right

From our many opportunities for professional development to our generous insurance and paid leave policies, we’re committed to making sure our employees get as much out of FanDuel as we ask them to give. Competitive compensation is just the beginning. As part of our team, you can expect:

• An exciting and fun environment committed to driving real growth
• Opportunities to build really cool products that fans love
• Mentorship and professional development resources to help you refine your game
• Be well, save well and live well - with FanDuel Total Rewards your benefits are one highlight reel after another

FanDuel is an equal opportunities employer and we believe, as one of our principal states, “We Are One Team!” We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ethnicity, ancestry, religion, creed, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship status, marital status, disability, gender identity, gender expression, Veteran status, or another other characteristic protected by state, local or federal law. We believe FanDuel is strongest and best able to compete if all employees feel valued, respected, and included. We want our team to include diverse individuals because diversity of thought, diversity of perspectives, and diversity of experiences leads to better performance. Having a diverse and inclusive workforce is a core value that we believe makes FanDuel stronger and more competitive as One Team!

The applicable salary range for this position is $126,000 - $165,000, which is dependent on a variety of factors including relevant experience, location, business needs and market demand. This role may offer the following benefits: medical, vision, and dental insurance; life insurance; disability insurance; a 401(k) matching program; among other employee benefits. This role may also be eligible for short-term or long-term incentive compensation, including, but not limited to, cash bonuses and stock program participation. This role includes paid personal time off and 14 paid company holidays. FanDuel offers paid sick time in accordance with all applicable state and federal laws.