# Senior Data Scientist at SoFi

- Company: SoFi
- What the company does: Backed by IVP.
- Company website: https://www.sofi.com
- Type: Startups
- Level: Senior
- Location: United States
- Work setup: On-site
- Posted: 2026-07-14
- Apply by: 2026-10-12
- Apply: https://sofi.com/careers/job/7805247003?gh_jid=7805247003
- Page: https://www.1752.vc/careers/jobs/sofi-senior-data-scientist/

## About the role

The Compliance Senior Data Scientist will be responsible for assisting the Anti-Money Laundering Compliance program with model development, model optimization, model validation, management information reporting, AML system integration, AML data infrastructure and AML data architecture to effectively fight financial crime. Additionally, this role will also support AML governance initiatives including risk assessments and internal/external inquiries.

## What they're looking for

- Bachelor’s Degree or Master’s Degree in Statistics, Computer Science, Mathematics, Finance, Computer Science, Engineering or other relevant areas
- 3+ years of experience in the finance industry focusing on BSA/AML, OFAC, or fraud modeling/analytics
- Statistical/data analytical skills, including data quality validation, and predictive modeling experience in SQL and Python
- Knowledge of and ability to leverage traditional databases, cloud-based computing, and distributed computing
- Track record of leading AML governance-related initiatives, such as risk assessments, internal/external audits and other regulatory requirements
- Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively with all levels of the organization and across different business lines

Tags: Compliance