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Sr. Machine Learning Engineer

A financial technology company providing flexible financing solutions using data and machine learning, helping people access needed items regardless of credit history.
Salt Lake City, UT, USAPhoenix, AZ, USAAustin, TX, USA
Machine Learning
Senior Software Engineer
Hybrid
6+ years of experience
AI · Finance
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Description For Sr. Machine Learning Engineer

Snap Finance, a pioneering fintech company, is seeking a Senior Machine Learning Engineer to join their innovative team. The company's mission is to democratize access to financial services through advanced machine learning and data-driven solutions. This role offers an exciting opportunity to work on impactful projects in the alternative finance market, developing and deploying sophisticated ML models that directly influence credit decisions and risk assessment.

The position requires a strong background in machine learning, with expertise in both traditional and deep learning approaches. You'll be working with cutting-edge technologies and frameworks, applying your knowledge to solve complex classification and optimization problems. The role involves collaboration with data engineering teams and requires proficiency in programming languages like Python and Java, along with experience in cloud services and big data tools.

What makes this opportunity particularly attractive is Snap Finance's commitment to both technological innovation and social impact. The company's culture emphasizes personal growth, teamwork, and making a difference in people's lives through technology. They offer comprehensive benefits including competitive healthcare coverage, 401(k) matching, and various wellness programs.

The ideal candidate will bring 6+ years of relevant experience and strong academic credentials in a quantitative field. This role presents an excellent opportunity for someone passionate about applying machine learning to real-world financial problems while working in a supportive, growth-oriented environment that values diversity and innovation.

Last updated 11 days ago

Responsibilities For Sr. Machine Learning Engineer

  • Develop and deploy scalable models and tools using machine learning and optimization techniques
  • Collaborate with data engineering team for data gathering and feature creation
  • Assemble large, complex data sets meeting business requirements
  • Analyze customer behavior and optimize credit risk models

Requirements For Sr. Machine Learning Engineer

Python
Java
PostgreSQL
  • MS or PhD in Statistics, Econometrics, Mathematics, Physics, Computer Science, or related quantitative discipline (BS considered with robust experience)
  • 6+ years of experience in machine learning, artificial intelligence, data mining, or related research
  • Proficiency with Python, Java, or other general-purpose programming languages
  • Familiarity with deep learning and traditional classification methods
  • Proficiency in at least one major deep learning framework (PyTorch, Tensorflow)
  • Sequence modeling experience
  • Understanding of basic statistical analysis
  • Experience with cloud services (AWS)
  • Basic SQL skills and experience with big data tools
  • Familiarity with common computing environments

Benefits For Sr. Machine Learning Engineer

Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
401k
Mental Health Assistance
  • Generous paid time off
  • Competitive medical, dental & vision coverage
  • 401K with company match
  • Company-paid life insurance
  • Company-paid short-term and long-term disability
  • Mental health and wellness resources
  • Company-paid volunteer time
  • Legal coverage
  • Growth opportunities