Data Scientist

Role Overview

As a Data Scientist at Zed, you will play a critical role in shaping how data and AI power our core financial products. You will work closely with cross-functional stakeholders to translate complex business problems into robust, production-ready data solutions in a fast-moving, resource-constrained startup environment.

What You Will Do

Build, validate, and iterate on machine learning models that support core financial use cases such as credit risk assessment, underwriting, and portfolio performance. Partner closely with cross-functional stakeholders to understand business objectives, define success metrics, and deliver data-driven insights.

Why It Might Be a Fit

We value potential, ownership, and alignment with our values more than perfect résumés. We hire exceptional people from diverse backgrounds because different perspectives build better products.

Requirements

• 3+ years of professional experience in data science, machine learning, or applied AI
• Strong proficiency in Python and common data science and ML libraries
• Experience with SQL and data analysis workflows
• Hands-on experience with machine learning model development and evaluation
• Bachelor’s degree in a quantitative field such as data science, statistics, computer science, engineering, or equivalent practical experience

Benefits

• salary
• equity
• benefits