Data Scientist (AI)
PromiseOakland, California, United States
Posted October 21, 2025
Full Time
About the Company
Promise is a financial services technology company that provides a modern payment platform for government, transforming the process of paying down debt into an easy, mobile-friendly experience. With a team of experts from companies like Palantir and Stripe, Promise offers various payment methods in multiple languages and supports customizable payment plans. The company's 24/7 support helps residents pay off their debts faster, benefiting both the government and the community.
Job Description
Promise is a tech company transforming government services with AI, focused on making it accessible, efficient, and human-centered. They are seeking a Data Scientist (AI) to experiment with and apply cutting-edge AI—from LLMs to traditional ML models—to power applications impacting millions of lives. This role blends research and application, sourcing models from various vendors and operating them in production. The company is backed by significant funding and recognized for innovation in the Fintech space.
Requirements
- 5+ years in machine learning and statistical analysis
- 1+ year working directly with deep learning or LLMs
- Hands-on experience with model training, fine-tuning, and validation for classification/regression tasks
- Proficiency with PyTorch, MLFlow, LightGBM or similar frameworks
- Detail-oriented, rigorous, and adaptable
- Passion for Promise’s work and commitment to ethical AI solutions
Benefits
- 100% paid health coverage
- Generous PTO and sick leave
- Lunch, snacks, and coffee provided
- Company retreats
- Opportunities to travel and see the impact of your work
- Hybrid work
