Fraud Data Scientist

UMB Financial Corporation

Kansas City, Missouri, United States
Base: $69,230.00 - $149,000.00; bonus/equity: annu...
Hybrid (mon through thu on-site / fri remote)
Master's degree in quantitative field
2+ years unsupervised data modeling experience
Proficiency in r or python programming
UMB Financial Corporation is seeking a Fraud Data Scientist to join their Enterprise Fraud Strategy group, focusing on detecting and preventing fraudulent activity across payment systems. The role requires advanced analytical skills and experience in data modeling, with a hybrid work arrangement available for candidates in the Kansas City area

Job Summary

  • The role involves developing and implementing statistical analysis, AI, and machine learning processes to detect and prevent fraudulent activity across multi-channel payment systems.
  • Candidates will work closely with peers to gather business details, adapt models, and routinely measure performance to answer critical strategic questions.
  • UMB offers competitive benefits including paid time off, a 401(k) matching program, annual incentive pay, and comprehensive health insurance coverage.

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UMB Financial Corporation is seeking a Fraud Data Scientist to join their Enterprise Fraud Strategy group, focusing on detecting and preventing fraudulent activity across payment systems. The role requires advanced analytical skills and experience in data modeling, with a hybrid work arrangement available for candidates in the Kansas City area.

Salary

Base: $69,230.00 - $149,000.00; Bonus/Equity: Annual incentive pay included; Benefits: Paid Time Off, 401(k) match, health/dental/vision insurance

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Master's Degree in quantitative field
  • 2+ years unsupervised data modeling experience
  • Proficiency in R or Python programming
  • Experience with Snowflake or SQL Server
  • Advanced statistics and predictive modeling skills

Nice-to-have

  • Banking or financial services industry experience
  • Fraud reporting or analytics experience
  • Natural language processing expertise
  • Clustering and customer segmentation skills

Key Requirements

  • Master's Degree in Computer Science, Math, Economics, Statistics, or equivalent
  • Legal authority to work in the United States
  • Work Visa sponsorship not available

Work Rights

Must have legal authority to work in the United States

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