Data Scientist
Funding CircleSME Finance company
London, United KingdomMid
Accel
Ribbit Capital
Union Square Ventures
Index Ventures
Temasek
Baillie Gifford
Data & AI
About the role
TL;DR
Develop, implement, and monitor machine learning models for commercial lending products.
- •We are looking for a Data Scientist to join us as we continue to evolve and build our next generation of models at Funding Circle.
- •You will play a key role in developing, implementing and monitoring these models and drive significant value for the business.
- •Key Responsibilities Develop statistical and machine learning models for commercial lending products.
- •Optimize current models and drive innovation by seeking alternative data sources.
- •Communicate and present effectively, turning complex analysis into clearly articulated insights.
- •Proactively problem-solve, identifying and mitigating any risks, issues, or control weaknesses.
- •Actively experiment with various frameworks for model optimization.
- •Requirements Hands-on exposure to Machine Learning and model building.
- •Strong working knowledge of Python and SQL.
- •A recent graduate with a Bachelors, Masters or PhD in a quantitative field or STEM-related subject.
- •Strong problem-solving abilities using logical reasoning and analytical methods.
- •Passionate about Funding Circle’s values and mission to support businesses.
Required skills
PythonSQLscikit-learn
Nice-to-have skills
TensorFlowPyTorchPandasNumPy
Domain expertise
fintech
Benefits & perks
Competitive Salary, Benefits, Flexibility, Benefit allowance, Private medical, Dental, Health assessments, Digital GP, Life assurance, Share schemes, Financial coaching, Learning allowance, Electric car scheme, Cycle-to-work scheme, Season ticket loans, Parental leave
Tech stack
PythonSQLscikit-learnTensorFlowPyTorchPandasNumPy