Remote Lead Data Scientist - AI in Finance

Placements24; East End (United States Virgin Islands); Hybrid; USD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Stock options

Health insurance

Home office budget

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Lead Data Scientist for a fully remote role in the fintech space, focused on AI/ML in finance. You will lead a high-performing data science team, shaping strategy and delivering production-grade models for fraud detection, trading, and risk management.

You'll mentor engineers and collaborate with product and business stakeholders, ensuring ethical AI practices, robust MLOps, and clear communication across technical and non-technical audiences.

Qualifications

• PhD or Master's in a quantitative field with strong ML background.
• 7+ years in data science with leadership experience.
• Proven track record delivering ML solutions in finance.
• Expertise in Python/R and ML libraries.
• Experience with big data and cloud platforms.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management.

Responsibilities

• Lead design and deployment of advanced ML/AI models for financial use cases.
• Mentor data scientists, conduct code reviews and oversight.
• Collaborate with product, engineering, and business stakeholders.
• Perform exploratory data analysis and derive actionable insights.
• Maintain MLOps pipelines and monitoring for models.

Skills

Python

R

ML libraries

Leadership

Communication

Remote work

Education

PhD or Master's in CS/Stats/Math/Physics

Tools

TensorFlow

PyTorch

Scikit-learn

Spark

Hadoop

AWS

Azure

GCP

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a cutting-edge financial technology firm, is seeking an exceptional Lead Data Scientist to join their fully remote team, focusing on the application of Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning within the finance sector. This is a leadership position requiring a blend of deep technical expertise, strategic thinking, and the ability to guide a team of talented data scientists. You will be instrumental in designing, developing, and deploying sophisticated AI models that drive innovation in areas such as fraud detection, algorithmic trading, risk management, and customer analytics. This role is entirely remote, offering unparalleled flexibility and the opportunity to work from anywhere. We are building a world-class team of remote professionals dedicated to revolutionizing finance through data.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the design, development, and implementation of advanced machine learning and AI models for financial applications.
• Mentor and manage a team of data scientists, providing technical guidance, code reviews, and project oversight.
• Collaborate with product managers, engineers, and business stakeholders to define project requirements and translate business needs into data science solutions.
• Conduct exploratory data analysis to uncover insights and identify opportunities for AI-driven improvements.
• Develop and maintain robust data pipelines and MLOps infrastructure to ensure efficient model deployment and monitoring.
• Stay current with the latest research and advancements in AI, ML, and data science, and apply them to practical business problems.
• Communicate complex technical findings and recommendations to both technical and non-technical audiences.
• Ensure the ethical and responsible development and deployment of AI models.
• Contribute to the company's intellectual property through research and innovation.

Requirements

• PhD or Master's degree in Computer Science, Statistics, Mathematics, Physics, or a related quantitative field.
• 7+ years of experience in data science, with a significant focus on machine learning and AI, preferably within the financial services industry.
• Proven experience leading data science teams and managing complex projects.
• Expertise in programming languages such as Python or R, and proficiency with ML libraries (e.g., TensorFlow, PyTorch, Scikit-learn).
• Strong understanding of statistical modeling, predictive analytics, deep learning, and natural language processing (NLP).
• Experience with big data technologies (e.g., Spark, Hadoop) and cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP).
• Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and critical thinking skills.
• Outstanding communication and interpersonal skills, essential for a remote team environment.
• Demonstrated ability to translate complex technical concepts into business value.
• Track record of successful end-to-end model development and deployment.

Benefits

• This fully remote position offers a highly competitive salary, comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance, generous stock options, and a flexible work environment.
• We provide a dedicated budget for home office setup and professional development, encouraging continuous learning and growth.
• This role offers the unique advantage of working from anywhere while contributing to a leading fintech company.