Socure is the leading AI-powered identity verification platform trusted by 3,000+ customers to verify consumers, businesses, & employees with confidence. Backed by Accel.
About the role
We are seeking a highly driven and innovative leader to build and scale the next generation of AI-powered identity and compliance solutions. This role will lead the Data Science function across core identity and compliance products, including KYC, International KYC, Global Watchlist, Advanced Prefill, and Identity Graph .
What they're looking for
- Advanced degree (MS/PhD preferred) in Computer Science, Statistics, Mathematics, Engineering, or a related field
- 10+ years of experience in data science and machine learning, with a strong track record of delivering production-grade AI systems at scale
- Significant experience in identity verification, KYC/AML, fraud detection, or risk modeling in fintech or adjacent domains
- Proven leadership experience managing and scaling high-performing data science teams
- Deep expertise in modern machine learning techniques , including deep learning, graph neural networks , entity resolution, and large-scale data systems
- Strong understanding of agentic system design , including agent skills, orchestration/harness frameworks, and real-world deployment of autonomous or human-in-the-loop agents
More about this role
Socure is building the identity trust infrastructure for the digital economy — verifying 100% of good identities in real time and stopping fraud before it starts. The mission is big, the problems are complex, and the impact is felt by businesses, governments, and millions of people every day.
We hire people who want that level of responsibility. People who move fast, think critically, act like owners, and care deeply about solving customer problems with precision. If you want predictability or narrow scope, this won’t be your place. If you want to help build the future of identity with a team that holds a high bar for itself — keep reading.
We are seeking a highly driven and innovative leader to build and scale the next generation of AI-powered identity and compliance solutions. This role will lead the Data Science function across core identity and compliance products, including KYC, International KYC, Global Watchlist, Advanced Prefill, and Identity Graph .
In addition to advancing core modeling capabilities, you will spearhead the development of intelligent, agent-driven systems that automate and optimize identity decisioning, investigation, and compliance workflows. You will...
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