Data Scientist (AI-Native) — Growth & Credit

Umba is a pan-African digital bank seeking a Data Scientist to build and improve credit scoring models, optimize ad targeting, and design attribution and LTV/CAC models. The role requires 4+ years of hands-on data science experience, strong Python and SQL skills, and experience working with messy real-world financial data.

Requirements

• 4+ years of hands-on data science / applied ML in production environments
• Strong Python (pandas, scikit-learn, numpy) and SQL skills
• Deep practical experience with classifier and regression modeling
• Solid applied statistics: hypothesis testing, regression, experimental design
• Experience working with messy real-world financial data

Benefits

• Generous Paid Time Off
• 401k Matching
• Retirement Plan
• Visa Sponsorship
• Four Day Work Week
• Generous Parental Leave
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Relocation Assistance