Description:

PayPay is seeking a Senior Data Scientist specializing in credit modeling and default risk prediction.
The role involves developing machine learning software systems, deploying them to production, and ensuring they meet user and merchant needs.
Responsibilities include driving a roadmap for machine learning applications, collaborating with leadership to identify opportunities, and designing scalable machine learning solutions.
The candidate will define performance metrics, coach the team, and own the model building process and infrastructure.
The position is remote, allowing candidates to work from anywhere in Japan, with flexible working hours.

Requirements:

Candidates must have 8+ years of software engineering experience with a proven track record in architecting and deploying machine learning systems.
Experience in designing and building complex, scalable, high throughput, low latency machine learning pipelines is required.
The ability to explain and present machine learning concepts to a broad technical audience is essential.
A proactive "Get Things Done" attitude is necessary, along with the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment.
A master's degree or equivalent in Computer Science, Engineering, Mathematics, or a related field is required.
Familiarity with PyTorch, TensorFlow, AWS SageMaker, or Google Vertex is a plus.

The position offers a full-time employment status with a super flex time schedule and the ability to work from anywhere in Japan.
Paid leave includes annual leave (up to 14 days in the first year) and personal leave (5 days each year).
The salary is based on skills and experience, with annual reviews and special incentives based on performance.
Additional benefits include social insurance, a 401K plan, translation/interpretation support, and VISA sponsorship with relocation support.