Lead Data Scientist

Wise is a global technology company, building the best way to move and manage the world’s money. Min fees. Max ease. Full speed. Whether people and businesses are sending money to another country, spending abroad, or making and receiving international payments, Wise is on a mission to make their lives easier and save them money. As part of our team, you will be helping us create an entirely new network for the world's money. For everyone, everywhere.

• Actively participate in planning and ideation of data science projects in collaboration with integrated cross-functional teams.
• Uncover opportunities and provide expertise on applying machine learning/data science techniques.
• Clearly articulate the value, limitations, and potential impact of data science initiatives to stakeholders with diverse levels of understanding.
• Manage and create large image and tabular datasets related to KYC processes.
• Iterate on our deep learning image models.
• Measure and optimise performance of our machine learning models.
• Maintain and develop a large Python codebase with industry-standard best practices.
• Keep up-to-date with the rapidly developing field of machine learning and research how to incorporate new ideas on systems that benefit our customers directly in production.
• Research the domain of Document verification to learn the best ways to prevent criminal activity.
• Provide mentorship to junior team members, promoting their growth in data science skills and adherence to industry standards.

• Technical Lead Data Scientist (IC3) with experience in KYC and Onboarding domain.
• Strong background in machine learning, deep learning, and data science.
• Experience with image and tabular data.
• Proficiency in Python.
• Experience with model lifecycle management.
• Ability to work in a hybrid environment.

• Office: London, UK (Hybrid).
• Salary range: GBP 90.5K-127K yearly gross based on experience and interview outcomes.
• Flexible working - whether it’s working from home, school plays or life admin we get that flexibility is essential and you’re trusted to do the right thing and be responsible.
• Stock options in a profitable company.
• Relocation support.
• Generous parental leave.
• Pension scheme.
• Paid sabbatical.
• Loads of development opportunities.
• Sports and wellbeing compensation.
• A fun work environment with social activities and events.
• The opportunity to work with super smart, curious people.