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Software Engineer Intern

Machine Learning, Summer 2024

Posted on 11/7/2023

Ripple

Ripple

1,001-5,000 employees

Blockchain-based financial transaction solutions provider

Hardware
Fintech
Crypto & Web3
Financial Services

Toronto, ON, Canada

Category
AI & Machine Learning
Software Engineering
Required Skills
Python
Data Science
Tensorflow
Keras
Apache Spark
SQL
Java
Scala
Requirements
  • A degree in CS, EE or related technical experience
  • Experience building Machine Learning applications or other Data Science tooling with a strong interest in Machine Learning & related infrastructure; experience with time series analysis and high-frequency event data like financial markets tick data a huge plus
  • Our stack sits on modern cloud ML architecture and primarily uses Python and SQL. We don't discriminate by language or ML Framework but you could have built ML projects using a combination of Python, Scala, Java, Spark, or SQL; and have used frameworks like scikit-learn, Tensorflow, Torch, or Keras
  • Interests: entrepreneurship, economics and financial markets, strong work ethic, creative thinking, systems thinking, cryptography, creative logic, fast-paced environment

Ripple provides financial services using blockchain technology and cryptocurrency to enhance transaction efficiency. Its platform allows clients, including financial institutions and governments, to conduct real-time settlements, manage liquidity, and access working capital, making transactions faster and more cost-effective. A key feature of Ripple is its ability to support Central Bank Digital Currencies (CBDCs), which are secure digital versions of national currencies, exemplified by its partnership with Palau. Unlike traditional financial services, Ripple's solutions are designed to lower costs and improve cash flow for its users. The company's goal is to transform financial transactions by offering scalable and sustainable solutions that meet the needs of modern financial systems.

Company Stage

Later Stage VC

Total Funding

$319.4M

Headquarters

San Francisco, California

Founded

2012

Growth & Insights
Headcount

6 month growth

10%

1 year growth

16%

2 year growth

37%
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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Ripple's partnerships with major banks and financial institutions, such as Santander and Commonwealth Bank of Australia, highlight its strong market position and potential for growth.
  • The company's innovative CBDC platform positions it as a leader in digital currency solutions for governments, offering significant growth opportunities.
  • Ripple's ability to provide real-time settlement and liquidity management can lead to improved cash flow and cost savings for its clients.

What critics are saying

  • Ongoing litigation with the SEC creates regulatory uncertainty and potential financial liabilities for Ripple.
  • The competitive landscape in the fintech and blockchain sectors is intense, with numerous players vying for market share.

What makes Ripple unique

  • Ripple leverages blockchain technology to offer faster, more transparent, and cost-effective financial services, setting it apart from traditional financial institutions.
  • The company's focus on Central Bank Digital Currencies (CBDCs) and partnerships with governments, like Palau, showcases its unique capability in the fintech space.
  • Ripple's enterprise solutions for instant payments, liquidity management, and treasury operations provide comprehensive financial tools that are not commonly found in one platform.

Benefits

401(k) Plan

Healthcare Coverage

Health and Wellness

Family Support

Flexible Vacation

Employee Giving

Learning and Development

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