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Unit21, Inc.

Senior/Staff Machine Learning Engineer

Unit21, Inc., Hampshire, Illinois, United States, 60140


At Unit21, we believe that combating financial crime demands a united front. Through our adaptable risk engine and versatile case manager, we identify and proactively mitigate risks related to money laundering, fraud, and other illicit activities. With a simple API and no-code interface, we empower fraud fighters and AML heroes to proactively detect and prevent fraud–without tapping engineering.Job Description

This is a remote position.About the role:We are looking for an applied data analytics and machine learning engineer who is passionate about catching fraud. We build products that help our customers catch fraud in real time and keep their customers' money safe. This requires careful thought, high creativity, and a deep understanding of data analytics and ML at scale.What you will be doing:

Identify ML techniques into Unit 21 productsTake ownership of the development lifecycle of features and modelingDesign data acquisition strategies across customers with different schemasSolve various ML and programming puzzlesGain insights and features from manipulating large data setsAutomate model training and inference in real time across many models and customersBuild out ML models from raw data to fully featured productsIdentify differences in data distribution that could potentially affect model performance in real-world applicationsRun machine learning experiments, identify key features, interpret model results, and document findingsWhat we're looking for:

BS, MS or Ph.D in Machine Learning, Computer Science, Mathematics, Statistics, Physics, or related field is required5+ years of experience in developing machine learning systems/applications2+ years of experience in feature engineering on financial fraud detectionExperience working with Apache Spark and Data BricksFluency in the Python (non-Jupyter) machine learning life cycle designing, developing, deploying and maintaining models in productionStrong SQL skills. Strong analytical, feature engineering and data modeling skills. Advanced understanding of data pipelines and ETL processesA strong grasp of traditional machine learning algorithms, both unsupervised and supervisedExperience in deep learning frameworks like PyTorch or TensorFlowAbility to manage several projects simultaneously, including scoping technical tasks and effectively communicating progress toward milestonesAdvanced knowledge of software engineering principles including software design, source control management, build processes, automated deployments, code reviews, testing methodsExperience working with AWSBonus Points!

Experience working with optimization/performance enhancement in DatabricksCompensation:

The standard base pay range for this role is $160,000 - $230,000 Annually. This base pay range does not include variable compensation including potential commissions, bonuses or other financial or equity incentives.What we can offer you:

Competitive salary and pre-IPO stock options100% company-paid medical, dental and vision insurance (for employee)Optional HSA and FSA medical reimbursement accountsUnlimited paid time offGenerous leave programs for life events401(k)Charity matchingOne-time home office set-up stipendHappy hours and team-building eventsGreat office space in the San Francisco Financial DistrictFully stocked kitchenLunch provided in SF office multiple times a weekA great company culture with a strong emphasis on diversity, equity and inclusionAbout Unit21:

Unit21 stops bad actors by leveraging data to deliver justice and safety in the world. We protect businesses against adversaries engaging in money laundering, fraud, and other sophisticated risks by offering no-code infrastructure to model, detect, and remediate suspicious activity. Our customers range from large Fortune 500 companies to high-potential, pre-launch startups. We have reported over USD $2 billion in fraud and laundered money to the US government using our software.We are a rapidly growing Series C startup, having raised close to $100m from Google, Tiger Global, ICONIQ Capital, Jack Dorsey, Diane Greene, and other leading VCs. Our team believes deeply in fostering individual ownership, iterative product development, and empathetic communication. There are many challenging problems to solve in this industry, and a huge opportunity for our software to empower companies to define a new standard of eliminating bad behavior on their platforms.We encourage people of all backgrounds to apply. Unit21 is committed to creating an inclusive culture, and we celebrate diversity of all kinds.*Remote work limited to the following states: Arizona, California, Colorado, Georgia, Idaho, Illinois, Kansas, Maryland, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, North Carolina, Ohio, Oregon, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, South Carolina, Texas, Utah, Virginia, Washington.*

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