Join our Credit & Underwriting team and build machine learning models that shape loan eligibility and pricing across 5 African markets. This is a fully remote data science role within a growing mission-driven fintech that directly shapes lending strategy for millions of customers.
Requirements
- Experience building predictive models, particularly credit scoring, risk models, or similar classification/regression problems
- Strong ML background with hands-on experience in model development, validation, deployment, and performance monitoring
- Proficiency in Python, SQL, and relevant ML libraries (scikit-learn, pandas, numpy, etc.) with experience in feature engineering, model selection, and hyperparameter tuning
- Experience translating complex model outputs into actionable business strategies and stakeholder communications
- Ability to work cross-functionally with product, engineering, and commercial teams
- Strong data communication skills — written, oral, and visual
Benefits
- Professional development programmes and coaching partnerships
- Family-friendly policies and flexible working arrangements
- Well-being support and career growth opportunities
