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Block · 3 days ago

Machine Learning Modeler, Advanced Insights & Modeling

United States

Full-time

Remote

Senior Level

$189K/yr - $284K/yr

5+ years exp

Block is a company focused on economic empowerment through various foundational teams. They are seeking a Machine Learning Modeler to design and scale intelligent systems that drive data-driven decision-making, collaborating closely with analytics and finance teams to build effective forecasting and optimization models.

Financial Services

H1B Sponsor Likely

Responsibilities

Design and implement forecasting, financial, or optimization models that power strategic decisions across Block

Build end-to-end ML pipelines for training, deployment, and monitoring, ensuring reproducibility and performance at scale

Collaborate with Data Science to productionize experimental models and integrate them into live systems

Partner with Analytics & Finance teams to ensure forecasts are interpretable, accurate, and aligned with business objectives

Develop or contribute to explainability tools that communicate model drivers, confidence, and uncertainty to stakeholders

Improve data pipelines and workflows using systems like Airflow, BigQuery, and Spark

Establish and document best practices for model evaluation, experimentation, and maintenance

Translate complex technical findings into clear, actionable recommendations for non-technical partners

Contribute to a culture of curiosity, high-quality engineering, and continuous learning within the Advanced Insights & Modeling organization

Qualification

Machine Learning EngineeringPythonForecasting ModelsData Pipeline DevelopmentModel ExplainabilityStatistical ModelingCross-functional CollaborationActionable InsightsContinuous Learning

Required

5+ years of experience in software or ML engineering, with hands-on experience delivering production-grade ML systems

Deep understanding of applied ML and forecasting, including time-series, regression, and value prediction modeling

Strong proficiency in Python and common ML libraries such as scikit-learn, XGBoost, LightGBM, and NumPy/pandas

Experience building data pipelines using tools such as Airflow, Spark, or similar orchestration systems, and working with BigQuery or other large-scale data warehouses

Familiarity with model explainability techniques (e.g., SHAP, feature attribution, uncertainty quantification)

Experience connecting model design to business objectives

Proven ability to work cross-functionally and drive high-impact results

Experience in forecasting or planning models in fintech, consumer, or marketplace settings

Exposure to automated model serving, monitoring, or feedback loops in production

Background in statistical modeling, uncertainty estimation, or model interpretability research

A passion for transforming complex ML outputs into actionable insights and tools for decision-makers

Benefits

Remote work

Medical insurance

Flexible time off

Retirement savings plans

Modern family planning

Company

Block

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Block is one company built from many blocks, all united by the same purpose of economic empowerment.

Founded in 1990

Oakland, California, US

10001+ employees

https://block.xyz/

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