Sr Data Scientist, Risk Strategy

WHO WE ARE

At OKX, we believe that the future will be reshaped by crypto, and ultimately

contribute to every individual's freedom.

OKX is a leading crypto exchange, and the developer of OKX Wallet, giving

millions access to crypto trading and decentralized crypto applications (dApps).

OKX is also a trusted brand by hundreds of large institutions seeking access to

crypto markets. We are safe and reliable, backed by our Proof of Reserves.

Across our multiple offices globally, we are united by our core principles: We

Before Me, Do the Right Thing, and Get Things Done. These shared values drive

our culture, shape our processes, and foster a friendly, rewarding, and diverse

environment for every OK-er.

ABOUT THE OPPORTUNITY:

The Sr Data Scientist, Risk will offer a strategic perspective, deep analytical

and modeling capabilities, and a collaborative working style. The right

candidate will have strong intellectual curiosity and passion for achieving

business results.

An ability to quickly define the problem, research and leverage state-of-the-art

modeling techniques, and provide timely recommendations will be essential. Key

skills will include a strong analytical mindset, deep understanding of most

popular machine learning algorithms and lead key initiatives with integrity and

a passion for investigations, problem solving, and troubleshooting.

What You’ll Be Doing:

* Identify complex fraud patterns and their technical root causes through

detailed data mining and analysis, including identification of sophisticated

fraud methods employed by actors who are deliberately trying to avoid

detection.

* Serve as technical SME by sharing new data mining techniques, maintaining

technical reference documentation, and interfacing with partner technology

teams.

* Collaborate across business and technology stakeholders to communicate

analytical findings to both technical and non-technical audiences.

* Provide technical guidance for engineering projects that incorporate new data

points into the investigation team’s toolkit, such as API integrations or

internal data transformations.

* Link Analysis/Graph analytics to find and mitigate deeply-connected fraud

networks and detect new accounts being added to these networks

* Unsupervised learning methods to augment existing supervised models, or

detect portfolio anomalies

* Development of machine learning models

* Partner with product and engineering team in implementing features and

models, and enhancing systems

What We Look For In You:

* Master’s degree (or PhD) in Statistics, Mathematics, Operations Research,

Computer Science, Economics, Engineering or other quantitative discipline.

Bachelor’s degree with significant relevant experience will be considered.

* 4+ years of fraud analytics experience in financial services or FinTechs

* Crypto/Blockchain experience

* Deep understanding of modern machine learning techniques / algorithms

including GBM, XGBoost, LGBM, etc. Advanced programming skills of statistical

/ analytical software (SQL, R, Python,etc.);

* Successful track record of owning and driving large, complex data analysis

projects.

* Demonstrated capacity for innovation and outside-the-box thinking in the

creation of new capabilities and processes that are unstructured or

exploratory in nature.

* Experience in a fast-paced startup environment with a strong level of

initiative; and

* Ability and willingness to travel as needed.

* Strong communicator in both writing and speaking

* Multi-tasking and strong project management skills

Nice to Haves:

* Hands-on experience/knowledge of modeling in machine learning (GBM, XGBoost,

Random Forest, etc.); and

PERKS & BENEFITS

* Competitive total compensation package

* L&D programs and Education subsidy for employees' growth and development

* Various team building programs and company events

* Wellness and meal allowances

* Comprehensive healthcare schemes for employees and dependants

* More that we love to tell you along the process!

OKX STATEMENT:

The salary range for this position is $223,661.00 to $268,333.00. The salary

offered depends on a variety of factors, including job-related knowledge,

skills, experience, and market location. In addition to the salary, a

performance bonus and long-term incentives may be provided as part of the

compensation package, as well as a full range of medical, financial, and/or

other benefits, dependent on the position offered. Applicants should apply via

Okcoin and OKX internal or external careers site.

OKX is committed to equal employment opportunities regardless of race, color,

genetic information, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity,

lawful alien status, national origin, age, marital status, and non-job related

physical or mental disability, or protected veteran status. Pursuant to the San

Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified

applicants with arrest and conviction records.

#LI-HYBRID#LI-ED1

Notice:

All official OKX vacancies are published on this website. While roles may appear

on selected third-party platforms from time to time, information on other sites

may be inaccurate or outdated. If in doubt, please apply directly through our

official careers website.

Information collected and processed as part of the recruitment process of any

job application you choose to submit is subject to OKX's Candidate Privacy

Notice [https://www.okx.com/en-eu/help/okx-candidate-privacy-notice].