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About the role
We're looking for a Lead Machine Learning Scientist to develop and deploy advanced machine learning solutions that help Dave detect fraud, protect our members, and responsibly expand access to credit. Found on 1752vc Careers, the job board for startup and VC roles.
What they're looking for
- 7+ years of hands-on machine learning experience , with a demonstrated track record of personally developing, deploying, and optimizing predictive models in production environments
- Deep fraud modeling expertise , including experience building ML solutions to detect identity fraud, synthetic identities, first-party fraud, and account takeover, ideally within fintech, consumer lending, or financial services
- Advanced proficiency in Python and SQL , with strong experience in feature engineering, model development, experimentation, performance evaluation, and production ML systems
- 4+ years of experience with ML frameworks and cloud technologies , including tools such as TensorFlow, PyTorch, Spark, and cloud-based ML infrastructure
- Experience leveraging generative AI and AI-assisted tools across research, coding, analysis, experimentation, testing, and model development, with sound judgment in validating outputs
- Strong analytical and business judgment , with the ability to evaluate trade-offs across fraud prevention, approval rates, profitability, compliance, and member experience
More about this role
Dave is a financial app on a mission to build products that level the financial playing field. It is redefining the financial landscape by leveraging technology to create an affordable, transparent, and user-centric access to liquidity for millions of Americans. As a leading innovator in the U.S. financial services sector, Dave’s digital financial platform offers products designed to meet the credit needs of those underserved by traditional financial institutions. Dave’s offerings include its flagship ExtraCash product, providing members up to $500 within minutes. The company is on track to launch several new product offerings in 2026, including a Buy Now Pay Later (BNPL) option.
Dave is focused on serving Americans who are financially vulnerable or living paycheck to paycheck. Dave is leading the charge in creating a new era of credit products that prioritizes speed, affordability, and accessibility, making it the go-to financial partner for those who need it most.
We're looking for a Lead Machine Learning Scientist to develop and deploy advanced machine learning solutions that help Dave detect fraud, protect our members, and responsibly expand access to credit.
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