Acorns

Lead Data Scientist

Acorns

Building 1, 5300 California Ave, Irvine, CA 92617, USA
Full-TimeDepends on ExperienceSenior LevelBachelors
Job Description

The data science team is focused on solving problems that directly affect customers and the Acorns business, including allocation, personalization, growth propensity, retention, and fraud and risk detection. This person will be focused on leading the development of all models in our fraud and risk suite and collaborating on NLP-focused compliance efforts. We know that solving problems with data is an art and a science. Learn Acorns products, data warehouse, and how data fits into the products. Become familiar with the DS processes and tools. Lead all parts of a model development including data validation, feature generation, sampling, feature selection, generating performance definitions, and analyzing performance. Compare different modeling approaches, and deciphering pros and cons of those approaches. Lead the development of design documents for the projects for which they are responsible, and assists on design of others projects.

Where is this job?
This job is located at Building 1, 5300 California Ave, Irvine, CA 92617, USA
Job Qualifications
  • MS / PhD in a relevant field. MS / PhD preferred.

  • Nine (9) years of experience in detecting fraud.

  • Capability to build algorithms that touch statistics and machine learning.

  • Experience with Databricks or notebooks a plus. More languages and DS tools is a plus.

  • Experience comparing modeling solutions and ability to determine the more effective solution.

Required Skills
  • Python

  • Java

  • Scala

  • Presentation skills

  • R

  • Spark

  • C Programming

  • Time Management Skills

Soft Skills
  • Process Improvement

  • Prioritizing skills

  • Organizational skills

  • Attention to detail

  • Results-Driven

  • Multi-tasking

  • Verbal and Written Communication

Compensation

According to JobzMall, the average salary range for a Lead Data Scientist in Building 1, 5300 California Ave, Irvine, CA 92617, USA is $110,000 to $175,000 per year. This range may vary depending on experience, skills, location, and other factors.

Additional Information
Acorns is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics.
Required LanguagesEnglish
Job PostedOctober 5th, 2021
Apply BeforeSeptember 18th, 2025
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About Acorns

Acorns is an American financial technology and financial services company based in Irvine, California that specializes in micro-investing and robo-investing.

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