Full-Time

Experienced Data Science Manager

Credit Risk

Confirmed live in the last 24 hours

Plaid

Plaid

1,001-5,000 employees

Connects financial accounts to apps securely

Fintech
Financial Services

Compensation Overview

$251.6k - $360kAnnually

Senior

United States

Hybrid work model supports work-life balance and flexibility.

Category
Data Science
Data & Analytics
Required Skills
Data Science
Product Management
Natural Language Processing (NLP)
Requirements
  • 10+ years of industry experience developing machine learning models from inception to business impact. Proven ability to tailor your solutions to business problems in a cross functional team
  • 5+ years of experience in DS/ML managerial role.
  • Experience with credit and lending risk assessment.
  • Deep understanding of modern machine learning techniques and their mathematical models, such as classification, clustering, optimization, deep neural network and natural language processing.
  • Strong product intuition and excitement to work fast and iteratively.
Responsibilities
  • Lead and inspire a talented team, driving the delivery of innovative credit insights solutions that directly impact customers.
  • Oversee the development and deployment of advanced machine learning models to enhance the accuracy and fairness of credit assessments, supporting the launch of new products.
  • Play a crucial role in defining and executing the credit team’s strategic initiatives.
  • Utilize billions of transaction features to help loan applicants access capital and improve consumers' financial account safety and security.
  • Champion a data-first approach to decision-making across the organization.
  • Make long-term decisions on machine learning and data science iteration processes.
  • Partner with product managers, GTM, and other stakeholders to shape the product roadmap and project goals.
  • Directly contribute to the company’s success and customer satisfaction.
  • Enjoy a hybrid work model that supports work-life balance and flexibility.

Plaid simplifies financial data management for individuals and businesses by connecting various financial accounts to apps and services. Its main product is a set of APIs that allow developers to integrate financial data into their applications, enabling users to track spending, initiate payments, and access financial services all in one place. Plaid serves a wide range of clients, including app developers and financial institutions, and is used by popular apps like LendingTree and Square. Unlike many competitors, Plaid focuses on providing a comprehensive suite of APIs that cover various financial use cases, ensuring secure and seamless data sharing. The company's goal is to empower clients to offer better financial services to their users through reliable and scalable data integration.

Company Stage

Series D

Total Funding

$714.3M

Headquarters

San Francisco, California

Founded

2013

Growth & Insights
Headcount

6 month growth

7%

1 year growth

13%

2 year growth

-2%
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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Plaid's recent partnerships and product expansions, such as the Consumer Report for credit underwriting, indicate a strong growth trajectory and diversification of revenue streams.
  • The company's significant customer base, including major players like Venmo, SoFi, and Citi, reflects its market leadership and potential for continued expansion.
  • Investment from high-profile firms like Goldman Sachs and the appointment of experienced leaders like Jen Taylor signal robust financial health and strategic direction.

What critics are saying

  • The competitive fintech landscape, with giants like Visa and emerging startups, poses a constant threat to Plaid's market share.
  • Regulatory scrutiny and compliance requirements in different regions could slow down Plaid's global expansion efforts.

What makes Plaid unique

  • Plaid's robust API suite offers unparalleled integration capabilities, enabling seamless financial data sharing across a wide range of applications, unlike many competitors who offer more limited or specialized solutions.
  • The company's strong focus on security and compliance, including AML and OFAC checks, sets it apart in the fintech landscape where data protection is paramount.
  • Plaid's ability to serve a diverse clientele, from individual consumers to large enterprises, showcases its versatile platform, distinguishing it from competitors who may focus on narrower market segments.

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Benefits

We've got you covered: From medical, life, and 401ks, we’re here to support your physical, mental, and financial wellbeing.

Everyone is an owner: We want everyone to feel ownership over their work - literally, which is why we offer equity to full-time Plaids.

Vacation your way: We want to make sure you have time to meet your personal needs with unlimited PTO and two weeks of synchronous, company-wide vacation.

Grow your skills: Every Plaid is in control of their career development with our learning stipends, tools, and trainings.