Data Scientist (Fintech)

Location: Chicago, Illinois; hybrid work with in-person responsibilities at an assigned hirify.global office at least two days per week

Salary: $67,500–$112,500 annually

Company

hirify.global provides data and analytics solutions that help financial institutions and other organizations manage risk, prevent fraud, and make informed business decisions.

What you will do

• Develop predictive models and advanced analytics solutions for credit risk, fraud, insurance, and marketing use cases.
• Lead analytics engagements from project design and development through implementation, validation, and client presentation.
• Partner with internal stakeholders, sales teams, and financial services clients to identify opportunities for data-driven business value.
• Perform descriptive, predictive, and prescriptive analyses using large-scale datasets.
• Translate analytical findings into actionable recommendations for technical and non-technical audiences.
• Build data extraction, segmentation, statistical analysis, and repeatable analytical processes that improve efficiency and scalability.

Requirements

• Master’s degree or PhD in statistics, applied mathematics, financial mathematics, computer science, engineering, operations research, or another highly quantitative field.
• At least one year of experience in analytics, data science, statistical modeling, or quantitative analysis.
• Understanding of U.S. financial services risk management practices and data-driven business decisions.
• Experience in financial services, insurance, fraud, credit risk, digital marketing, or a related industry.
• Proficiency with Python or R, SQL, large datasets, and distributed platforms such as Hive and Spark.
• Knowledge of machine learning, predictive analytics, statistical modeling, and business intelligence techniques.

Nice to have

• Experience with credit bureau data, credit risk models, or financial services analytics.
• Exposure to Java or C/C++.
• Client-facing consulting or analytics advisory experience.
• Knowledge of fraud, insurance, or marketing analytics solutions.

Culture & Benefits

• Hybrid work environment with flexibility and collaboration across global teams.
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage with HSA and FSA options from day one.
• 401(k) with employer match, employee stock purchase plan, tuition reimbursement, and career coaching.
• Paid parental leave, caregiver support, adoption assistance, and fertility planning coverage.
• Paid holidays, flexible or paid time off, commuter benefits, wellness programs, and employee assistance resources.