TikTok
Senior Machine Learning Engineer, Global Payment Decision Science - USDS
TikTok, Seattle, Washington, us, 98127
Senior Machine Learning Engineer, Global Payment Decision Science - USDS
Responsibilities The Global Payment team of the U.S. Data Security department of TikTok provides payment solutions to ensure that users have a smooth and secure payment experience on the TikTok platform. The Global Payment Decision Science team builds data science and machine learning solutions to optimize our payment services using large-scale datasets and advanced algorithms. These solutions support business use cases such as financial risk, payment compliance, marketing growth, and more. In order to enhance collaboration and cross-functional partnerships, our organization follows a hybrid work schedule that requires employees to work in the office 3 days a week, or as directed by their manager/department. The hybrid model is reviewed regularly and requirements may change. Key responsibilities include: Design and build advanced data science and algorithm solutions to solve impactful business problems (e.g., fraud prevention, AML, user experience customization and optimization, campaign management). Understand the payment business and translate business problems into data science and algorithm solutions where appropriate. Apply cutting-edge machine learning technologies to various payment business use cases. Own end-to-end model solution lifecycle and collaborate with stakeholders to deliver business impact. Improve modeling infrastructures, labels, features, and algorithms toward robustness, automation, and generalization. Elevate risk machine learning excellence in privacy/compliance, interoperability, risk perception, and analysis. Qualifications Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor's degree or higher in Computer Science/Statistics/Mathematics or related fields. Proficient in data processing and analytics in big data environments using SQL/Hive/Spark, etc. Mastery of at least one prevalent programming language for data science (Python, Java, or Scala). Preferred Qualifications: Experience with Machine Learning and Deep Learning algorithms. 5+ years of machine learning experience, preferably in trust & safety, risk management, or compliance. Working experience in payment and fintech industries; e-commerce or payment compliance experience. About USDS TikTok is the leading destination for short-form mobile video. Our mission is to inspire creativity and bring joy. U.S. Data Security (USDS) is a subsidiary of TikTok in the U.S. This security-focused division provides heightened governance to data protection policies and content assurance protocols to keep U.S. users safe. Our teams span Trust & Safety, Security & Privacy, Engineering, User & Product Ops, Corporate Functions, and more. Data Security Statement This role requires the ability to work with and support systems designed to protect sensitive data. The role is subject to strict national security-related screening. Why Join Us Inspiring creativity is at the core of TikTok's mission. Our innovative product helps people express themselves, discover, and connect. Our diverse teams make that possible, and we aim to create value for communities, inspire creativity, and bring joy every day. We strive to do great things with great people, lead with curiosity and humility, and pursue meaningful breakthroughs as one team. Diversity & Inclusion TikTok is committed to creating an inclusive space where employees are valued for their skills, experiences, and perspectives. We celebrate diverse voices and strive to reflect the communities we reach. USDS Reasonable Accommodation USDS provides reasonable accommodations in our recruitment processes for candidates with disabilities or other protected reasons. If you need assistance, please reach out to us at the provided accommodation contact. Job Information The base salary range for this position varies by city and other factors, and may be eligible for bonuses, incentives, and stock units. Benefits include medical/dental/vision, 401(k) with company match, parental leave, disability coverage, life insurance, wellbeing benefits, paid holidays, sick days, and paid personal time, subject to location and employment type. Our company reserves the right to modify benefits programs at any time, with or without notice. Notes Seniority level: Mid-Senior level Employment type: Full-time Job function: Engineering and Information Technology Industries: Software Development
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Responsibilities The Global Payment team of the U.S. Data Security department of TikTok provides payment solutions to ensure that users have a smooth and secure payment experience on the TikTok platform. The Global Payment Decision Science team builds data science and machine learning solutions to optimize our payment services using large-scale datasets and advanced algorithms. These solutions support business use cases such as financial risk, payment compliance, marketing growth, and more. In order to enhance collaboration and cross-functional partnerships, our organization follows a hybrid work schedule that requires employees to work in the office 3 days a week, or as directed by their manager/department. The hybrid model is reviewed regularly and requirements may change. Key responsibilities include: Design and build advanced data science and algorithm solutions to solve impactful business problems (e.g., fraud prevention, AML, user experience customization and optimization, campaign management). Understand the payment business and translate business problems into data science and algorithm solutions where appropriate. Apply cutting-edge machine learning technologies to various payment business use cases. Own end-to-end model solution lifecycle and collaborate with stakeholders to deliver business impact. Improve modeling infrastructures, labels, features, and algorithms toward robustness, automation, and generalization. Elevate risk machine learning excellence in privacy/compliance, interoperability, risk perception, and analysis. Qualifications Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor's degree or higher in Computer Science/Statistics/Mathematics or related fields. Proficient in data processing and analytics in big data environments using SQL/Hive/Spark, etc. Mastery of at least one prevalent programming language for data science (Python, Java, or Scala). Preferred Qualifications: Experience with Machine Learning and Deep Learning algorithms. 5+ years of machine learning experience, preferably in trust & safety, risk management, or compliance. Working experience in payment and fintech industries; e-commerce or payment compliance experience. About USDS TikTok is the leading destination for short-form mobile video. Our mission is to inspire creativity and bring joy. U.S. Data Security (USDS) is a subsidiary of TikTok in the U.S. This security-focused division provides heightened governance to data protection policies and content assurance protocols to keep U.S. users safe. Our teams span Trust & Safety, Security & Privacy, Engineering, User & Product Ops, Corporate Functions, and more. Data Security Statement This role requires the ability to work with and support systems designed to protect sensitive data. The role is subject to strict national security-related screening. Why Join Us Inspiring creativity is at the core of TikTok's mission. Our innovative product helps people express themselves, discover, and connect. Our diverse teams make that possible, and we aim to create value for communities, inspire creativity, and bring joy every day. We strive to do great things with great people, lead with curiosity and humility, and pursue meaningful breakthroughs as one team. Diversity & Inclusion TikTok is committed to creating an inclusive space where employees are valued for their skills, experiences, and perspectives. We celebrate diverse voices and strive to reflect the communities we reach. USDS Reasonable Accommodation USDS provides reasonable accommodations in our recruitment processes for candidates with disabilities or other protected reasons. If you need assistance, please reach out to us at the provided accommodation contact. Job Information The base salary range for this position varies by city and other factors, and may be eligible for bonuses, incentives, and stock units. Benefits include medical/dental/vision, 401(k) with company match, parental leave, disability coverage, life insurance, wellbeing benefits, paid holidays, sick days, and paid personal time, subject to location and employment type. Our company reserves the right to modify benefits programs at any time, with or without notice. Notes Seniority level: Mid-Senior level Employment type: Full-time Job function: Engineering and Information Technology Industries: Software Development
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