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XM

Global forex and CFD broker

Senior Data Scientist

Applied Machine LearningConfirmed live in the last 24 hours
Full-time

About the Job

Requirements

  • A university degree in Mathematics, Physics, Engineering, Computer Science, Data Science, or a related field is required.
  • At least 5 years of experience in a similar role is required.
  • Hands-on experience with Python libraries such as Pandas, NumPy, and Polars for data processing and analysis is required.
  • Strong Python programming skills for writing clean, maintainable, production-ready code are required.
  • Strong knowledge of modern machine learning techniques and advanced architectures, including Transformers and Graph Neural Networks (GNNs), is required.
  • Experience with data visualization libraries such as Matplotlib, Seaborn, and Plotly is required.
  • Good knowledge of SQL and statistical analysis is required.
  • Excellent analytical thinking and problem-solving skills are required.
  • High attention to detail and commitment to delivering high-quality solutions are required.
  • Strong communication skills and the ability to explain technical concepts to non-technical audiences are required.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English are required.
  • A collaborative mindset, curiosity, and a passion for continuous learning are required.

Responsibilities

  • Lead the design, development, and delivery of high-impact data science and machine learning solutions.
  • Translate complex business challenges into structured analytical approaches and scalable data products.
  • Build, evaluate, and optimize advanced machine learning models, ensuring high standards of quality, performance, and reliability.
  • Contribute to technical decisions and best practices across the data science lifecycle.
  • Review and validate data preparation, feature engineering, model selection, experimentation, and documentation.
  • Support the deployment and operationalization of machine learning models in batch and real-time environments.
  • Present analytical insights and recommendations to technical and non-technical stakeholders.
  • Ensure compliance with data quality, model governance, security, privacy, and responsible AI standards.
  • Identify opportunities to leverage data science for automation, forecasting, personalization, optimization, and risk management.
  • Collaborate with Data Engineers, Machine Learning Engineers, Software Engineers, Product Owners, and business stakeholders to develop production-ready solutions.
  • Contribute to improving team processes, technical standards, and project delivery methodologies.
  • Support the Lead Data Scientist in defining priorities, roadmaps, and strategic initiatives.

Desired Qualifications

  • Exposure to Natural Language Processing (NLP) is an advantage.
  • Experience working with NoSQL databases is an advantage.
  • Knowledge of software engineering best practices is an advantage.
  • Experience working in Unix/Linux environments is an advantage.
  • A basic understanding of AWS services and cloud-based machine learning environments is an advantage.

About the Company

XM

Global forex and CFD broker

XM is a forex and CFD broker that helps people trade currencies and other financial instruments online. It operates a trading platform where clients can buy and sell currencies and CFDs through account holders in multiple languages. The product works through a global team and offices; clients access markets via XM’s platform and tools, with support and services offered in over 30 languages. XM differentiates itself by its culture and people-focused approach: a large workforce (over 1,700 professionals across seven offices) and an emphasis on its values Big. Fair. Human., with programs for learning, wellbeing, diversity and inclusion, and flexible work arrangements. The company aims to be a leading global fintech provider by delivering reliable service, ongoing development for users and staff, and a strong focus on customer and employee wellbeing.

Company size
1,001-5,000
Company stage
Not listed
Total funding
Not listed
Headquarters
Limassol Municipality, Cyprus
Founded
2009

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