Senior Data Scientist (fraud)

Moniepoint

Remote
Base: attractive salary; bonus/equity: monthly bon...
Remote
Fraud detection and prevention
Real-time decisioning systems
Machine learning and anomaly detection
Moniepoint is seeking a Senior Data Scientist specializing in fraud detection to help enhance the security of their financial services across Africa. The role involves developing fraud models, collaborating with cross-functional teams, and monitoring real-time data to reduce fraud risks

Job Summary

  • Moniepoint is a global fintech building modern financial services for millions of people and businesses across high-growth markets.
  • The Senior Data Scientist (Fraud) role involves designing, building, and deploying production fraud models that influence tens of millions of users in real-time payment ecosystems.
  • The company offers a culture that prioritizes people’s well-being, learning and development opportunities, and attractive compensation including salary, pension, health insurance, and bonuses.

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Moniepoint is seeking a Senior Data Scientist specializing in fraud detection to help enhance the security of their financial services across Africa. The role involves developing fraud models, collaborating with cross-functional teams, and monitoring real-time data to reduce fraud risks.

Salary

Base: Attractive salary; Bonus/Equity: Monthly bonuses; Benefits: Pension, health insurance, other benefits

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • fraud detection and prevention
  • real-time decisioning systems
  • machine learning and anomaly detection
  • SQL and Python or R proficiency
  • transaction monitoring and behavioural risk modelling

Nice-to-have

  • cross-functional product collaboration
  • mentoring and knowledge sharing
  • data quality and governance focus
  • experience with network and graph features
  • high ownership mindset

Key Requirements

  • 5+ years in data science or risk analytics
  • degree in quantitative field
  • experience in fraud, payments, or financial crime
  • ability to translate complex analysis for stakeholders

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