Full-Time

Senior Machine Learning Engineer

Payments & Risk

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Gusto

Gusto

1,001-5,000 employees

Payroll, benefits, and HR solutions provider

Fintech
Financial Services

Compensation Overview

$161k - $241kAnnually

Senior, Expert

San Francisco, CA, USA + 1 more

More locations: San Jose, CA, USA

Expected to work from the office 2-3 days per week.

Category
Applied Machine Learning
AI & Machine Learning
Required Skills
Python
Data Science
R
Neural Networks
Machine Learning
Natural Language Processing (NLP)
Data Analysis
Requirements
  • 8+ years experience conducting statistical analyses on large datasets and deep domain knowledge in machine learning.
  • Proven experience in the credit risk modeling or fraud risk modeling using logistic regression, random forest, Xgboost or neural networks.
  • Experience applying a variety of statistical and modeling techniques using Python, R or another statistical modeling language, as indicated by familiarity with many of the following techniques - predictive modeling, anomaly detection, ensemble methods, natural language processing (NLP, optional).
  • Strong programming skills - comfortable with all phases of the data science development process, from initial analysis and model development all the way through to deployment.
  • Excellent communication skills - able to effectively deliver findings and recommendations to non-technical stakeholders in a clear and compelling fashion.
Responsibilities
  • Build and deploy machine learning models to identify, assess and mitigate risks.
  • Responsible for driving research in the problem space, working with stakeholders to understand model requirements, developing the model from scratch, deploying the model alongside your engineering counterparts, and monitoring and maintaining the model’s performance over time.
  • Partner with Engineering, Design, and Product counterparts in Payment and Risk to solve complex cross functional problems.
  • Develop scalable frameworks and libraries that enhance and contribute to the team’s core analysis and modeling capabilities.
  • Identify new opportunities to leverage data to improve Gusto’s products and help risk management team to understand business requirements and develop tailored solutions.
  • Present and communicate results to stakeholders across the company.
Desired Qualifications
  • PhD or Masters plus equivalent experience in a quantitative field is a plus.
  • Experience in the Fintech industry is a plus.

Gusto provides payroll, benefits, and human resources solutions specifically designed for small to medium-sized businesses. Its platform allows users to manage payroll processing, employee benefits, and HR tasks in one integrated system, making it easier for companies that may not have extensive HR resources. Gusto operates on a subscription-based model, offering various pricing tiers to accommodate different business needs, from startups to established companies. This flexibility in pricing helps Gusto stand out from competitors by catering to a wide range of clients. The company's goal is to simplify the management of employee-related tasks, allowing businesses to focus on growth and improving employee satisfaction.

Company Stage

Series E

Total Funding

$686.8M

Headquarters

San Francisco, California

Founded

2011

Growth & Insights
Headcount

6 month growth

0%

1 year growth

0%

2 year growth

-3%
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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Gusto's partnership with Nav enhances financial health insights for small businesses.
  • Gusto Embedded expands market reach by enabling comprehensive payroll solutions.
  • Increasing international hiring trends boost demand for Gusto's global HR solutions.

What critics are saying

  • AI-powered platforms like Puzzle may reduce demand for Gusto's payroll services.
  • Digital gifting solutions expansion increases competition in employee benefits.
  • Stride's portable benefits program may attract clients from Gusto's traditional offerings.

What makes Gusto unique

  • Gusto offers an integrated HR, payroll, and benefits platform for SMEs.
  • Gusto Embedded allows other platforms to offer tailored payroll solutions.
  • Gusto's tiered pricing caters to diverse business needs and budgets.

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Benefits

It’s a marathon, not a sprint: Employees celebrating 5 or 10 years at Gusto enjoy a month-long sabbatical to travel and relax after all their hard work.

Meals and conversations: Free meals, snacks, and drinks to keep us fueled, but more importantly: they bring people together and foster community.

Wellness for every body: We’re proud to offer inclusive health care such as hormone treatments, gender-affirming surgery, therapy, family planning, and more.

The time you need: Our flexible PTO policy means every employee is encouraged to take the time they need now to keep doing great work, long term.

Family-friendly benefits: Fertility treatments, primary and secondary parental leave, sleep coaching, house cleaning for new parents, and more.

Be well, be you: Get free, comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits, plus a monthly fitness stipend and mental health resources too.