Remote Senior Backend Engineer (Data Science skills)

Summary

Join Fingerprint, a globally dispersed, 100% remote company, in seeking an experienced Senior Backend Engineer with Data Science skills to lead the development of end-to-end fraud detection solutions.

Requirements

• BS/MS in Computer Science, Data Science, or a related field, or equivalent work experience
• 3+ years of experience in backend development with exposure to data science
• Backend Engineering Expertise: Strong experience in designing, developing, and maintaining scalable backend systems
• Experience working with real-time data processing and APIs
• Excellent coding skills, particularly in GoLang (or equivalent), with working knowledge of data engineering practices
• Strong knowledge of SQL and experience with databases like DynamoDB, Redis, or Elasticsearch
• Proficient in English for clear communication in a global, remote team

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with the Smart Signals Product team to improve fraud detection signals
• Conduct deep dives into problematic features, researching and analyzing their behavior to understand root causes and identify potential solutions
• Develop hypotheses, run experiments, analyze results, and translate findings into actionable engineering improvements
• Build and enhance backend systems for real-time data processing
• Foster a data-driven culture by sharing engineering best practices and collaborating on cross-functional projects

Benefits

$130,000 - $190,000 For cash compensation