AML/CFT Model Risk Validator: AI & Compliance

Kraken; Poland; On-site; PLN 180,000 - 280,000; Full time

Job summary

Kraken is seeking a seasoned Model Risk Management Specialist to validate Transaction Monitoring and Customer Risk Assessment models for AML/CFT compliance. You will ensure robust, regulatory-aligned models, conduct risk assessments, and contribute to ongoing model monitoring and documentation.

Strong analytics, ML knowledge, and programming skills are essential. The role involves collaboration with model engineers, risk teams, and AML SMEs to uphold robust controls across fiat and crypto

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a quantitative field (e.g., mathematics, statistics, computer science, engineering).
• 5+ years of experience in model validation, risk management, or AML/CFT-related work.
• Understanding of international Model Risk Management rules and regulations (e.g., OCC SR 11-7).
• Strong background in machine learning and statistical modeling techniques.
• Deep understanding of fiat and crypto payment flows.
• Proficiency in programming languages (Python, R, SQL).
• Experience with data visualization tools (Tableau, Power BI).
• Strong communication skills to articulate complex concepts to non-technical stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Perform independent validation of Transaction Monitoring, Customer Risk Assessment, and Screening models.
• Ensure AML/CFT regulatory compliance across EU, US, FATF frameworks.
• Conduct risk assessments for AML/CFT risks in TM and CAR models.
• Develop and maintain model monitoring, annual reporting, and certification processes.
• Collaborate with Model Engineering, AML subject matter experts, and risk teams.
• Prepare high-quality documentation: validation reports, risk assessments, regulatory reports.
• Contribute to evolving model validation methodologies and industry best practices.

Skills

Model validation

Risk management

AML/CFT

Python

SQL

R

Data visualization

Communication

Cross-functional

Education

Bachelor's degree in quantitative field

Tools

Tableau

Power BI

Cloud platforms

Job description

Kraken is seeking a seasoned Model Risk Management Specialist to validate Transaction Monitoring and Customer Risk Assessment models for AML/CFT compliance. You will ensure robust, regulatory-aligned models, conduct risk assessments, and contribute to ongoing model monitoring and documentation.

Strong analytics, ML knowledge, and programming skills are essential. The role involves collaboration with model engineers, risk teams, and AML SMEs to uphold robust controls across fiat and crypto