Senior Fraud Data Scientist (Credit Card)

New York, New York; Miami, Florida; Remote (USA). Posted 6 months ago

The role

You will lead initiatives to strengthen fraud prevention strategies and design rules and controls. You will conduct data analysis on large datasets to identify emerging fraud trends and mitigate risk.

What you will do

Design and lead the development of end-to-end fraud prevention and detection strategies.
Conduct sophisticated data analysis on large datasets to identify emerging fraud trends.
Monitor fraud prevention system performance and implement data-driven enhancements.
Partner with data science, risk operations, product, engineering, and customer support teams.
Oversee initiatives aimed at advancing fraud detection systems and optimizing operational processes.
Develop and deliver actionable reports and insights for leadership and stakeholders.

Required qualifications

5+ years in fraud strategy, program management, or related risk management roles.
Proficiency in SQL, Python, Looker, and other data analysis and visualization tools.
Hands-on experience with fraud detection and monitoring platforms.
Ability to convey complex ideas to technical and non-technical audiences.
Track record of working effectively across cross-functional teams.
Ability to make sound decisions in ambiguous or rapidly changing environments.
Ability to lead and execute projects spanning multiple teams.
Strong critical-thinking skills.
Hands-on experience with fraud transaction monitoring for credit card or debit card.

Nice to have

Expertise in detecting and mitigating fraud risk, including account takeover, synthetic identity, distributed attacks, payment fraud, and collusion.
Experience addressing and preventing fraud in digital channels and card-not-present environments.
In depth knowledge of ACH risks, including reversal flows and related vulnerabilities.
Background working in fast paced, high growth environments, ideally within fintech or other technology driven industries.
Comprehensive understanding of scam, phishing, and social engineering threats.
Knowledge of dispute representment requirements and industry best practices.
Ability to thrive in fast paced, technology driven environments and adapt quickly to change.
Familiarity with financial markets, banking, or digital asset exchanges.

Benefits

Competitive starting pay
Discretionary annual bonus
Long-term incentive in the form of a new hire equity grant
Comprehensive health plans
401K with company matching
Paid Parental Leave
Flexible time off

About the company

Gemini is a global crypto and Web3 platform founded in 2014. It offers crypto products and services to individuals and institutions in over 70 countries.