Nelo · 1 day ago
Data Scientist (Machine Learning)
NYC
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
5+ years expNelo is a leading consumer fintech and e-commerce platform in Mexico, and they are seeking a Data Scientist to design and deploy causal inference models for underwriting and portfolio management strategies. The role involves building algorithms for credit pricing and managing ML infrastructure projects to ensure operational excellence.
FinanceFinancial ServicesFinTechInformation TechnologyMobile AppsMobile Payments
Responsibilities
Solve the "Why," not just the "What": You will design and deploy causal inference models to drive our underwriting and portfolio management strategies. Correlation isn't enough when you're managing risk
Build the Core Engine: You will create and refine the algorithms for credit pricing, personalization, and ranking. Your code will directly impact the wallet of the consumer and the margin of the company
Own the Infrastructure: You won't just hand off a Jupyter notebook to an engineer. You will lead ML infrastructure projects, ensuring observability and operational excellence for the models you build
Qualification
Required
Strong academic background (PhD preferred)
Deep theoretical roots in classification, forecasting, and optimization
At least 5 years of experience applying theoretical knowledge in a production environment
Proficient in writing production-grade Python and SQL
Ability to balance intellectual rigor with the need to execute
Willingness to work in-office in NYC
Benefits
100% medical, dental & vision insurance coverage for you (50% for dependents).
Unlimited PTO (that we actually expect you to take).
401(k).
Extended maternity and paternity leave.
Relocation support and Sabbatical program.
Company
Nelo
Nelo increases the buying power for consumers in LatAm. Backed by Two Sigma Ventures, Homebrew, Susa Ventures, and more.
11-50 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Early StageTotal Funding
$123MKey Investors
Victory Park CapitalTwo Sigma VenturesHomebrew
2022-10-19Debt Financing· $100M
2021-10-12Series A· $20M
2021-04-16Seed· $3M
Leadership Team
Kyle Miller
Co-Founder and CEO
Stephen Hebson
Co-Founder and CTO
Recent News
2025-05-06
2023-09-24
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