Head of Machine Learning

Our client is a rapidly growing AI-powered fintech company transforming how organizations assess identity, risk, and trust in digital transactions. Their proprietary technology is helping enterprises make faster, smarter decisions while reducing fraud and improving customer experiences at scale.

Having achieved significant market traction and backed by leading investors, the business is entering its next phase of growth and continues to invest heavily in machine learning, data science, and product innovation.

• Mission-critical products solving real-world fraud and risk challenges
• Strong growth trajectory with significant investment in AI and machine learning
• High-impact work with direct influence on product strategy and business outcomes
• Remote-first culture with exceptional autonomy and ownership
• Opportunity to build and scale a machine learning team while shaping the future of the business

The Role

Our client is seeking a Head of Machine Learning to lead a team focused on developing advanced fraud detection, risk modeling, and identity intelligence solutions.

This is a highly visible leadership role where you will combine people management, technical leadership, and strategic decision-making. You'll guide a team of full-stack data scientists responsible for developing machine learning models from concept through production, while partnering closely with Product, Engineering, and Executive Leadership.

• Lead, mentor, and grow a team of machine learning engineers and data scientists
• Own the development and evolution of fraud detection and risk intelligence models
• Drive technical strategy and roadmap planning across machine learning initiatives
• Partner with Product and Engineering teams to deliver scalable, production-grade solutions
• Oversee the full machine learning lifecycle, from data acquisition and feature engineering through deployment and monitoring
• Identify emerging trends and opportunities to create new products and capabilities
• Present findings, recommendations, and business impact to senior stakeholders

Your Experience

Our client is looking for a proven machine learning leader who combines deep technical expertise with strong commercial awareness and people leadership skills.

• 10+ years of experience in data science, machine learning, or a related quantitative field
• 2+ years of direct people management experience leading high-performing ML or data science teams
• Previous experience working within high-growth startup or scale-up environments
• Strong expertise across the end-to-end machine learning lifecycle, from problem definition through production deployment
• Proven track record of delivering machine learning solutions that drive measurable business outcomes
• Strong coding experience in Python and experience building production-ready systems
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to influence both technical and non-technical stakeholders
• Ability to operate effectively in fast-paced, ambiguous, and highly dynamic environments

Highly Desirable

• Experience within fraud, risk, identity verification, fintech, payments, or adjacent industries
• Familiarity with AWS cloud technologies and modern data infrastructure
• Experience building real-time machine learning systems
• Advanced degree (Master's or PhD) in a quantitative discipline
• Strong background in applied statistics and practical machine learning methodologies

Compensation & Benefits

• Base salary of $220,000–$270,000 + equity package
• Comprehensive benefits package
• Significant ownership and influence over technical direction
• Opportunity to build and scale a high-performing machine learning function

Work Authorization

Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States and currently reside within the United States. Unfortunately, visa sponsorship and visa transfers are not available for this position.