Principal Data Scientist, Risk

We are looking for a Principal Data Scientist, Risk to join our team at OKX, a cutting-edge digital asset exchange, Web3 portal and blockchain ecosystem. As a key member of our Risk function, you will be responsible for identifying complex fraud patterns and providing technical guidance for engineering projects.

Requirements

• Master’s degree (or PhD) in Statistics, Mathematics, Operations Research, Computer Science, Economics, Engineering or other quantitative discipline.
• 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;
• Ability and willingness to travel as needed.
• Strong communicator in both writing and speaking
• Multi-tasking and strong project management skills

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