Data Scientist

We’re a small, dynamic startup on a mission to revolutionize the rental experience for both renters and landlords. With a founding team from top tech companies like Square, Dropbox, Cash App, and Amazon, we’re bringing seamless rent payments and credit-building opportunities to the world. Join us as we build cutting-edge solutions that make renting easier, fairer, and more transparent.

Are you a data scientist passionate about solving complex problems in fraud prevention and financial services? At Rent App, you’ll design and implement data pipelines using AWS, build fraud detection models, and collaborate closely with our engineering and product teams to combat ACH fraud and chargebacks.

What You’ll Do:

• Develop and maintain scalable AWS-based data pipelines.
• Design, implement, and refine machine learning models for fraud detection and prevention.
• Analyze data to uncover trends in renter and landlord behavior.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to improve fraud prevention strategies.
• Provide insights to enhance our underwriting models and anti-fraud systems.

What We’re Looking For:

• Proven experience in fraud prevention, particularly in financial services.
• Proficiency with AWS data tools and platforms (e.g., Redshift, S3, SageMaker).
• Expertise in Python and Jupyter for data analysis and machine learning.
• Strong understanding of ACH payments and chargebacks.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and a startup mindset.