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Senior Data Scientist [Risk]
We are looking for an experienced Data Scientist to join our Risk Analytics team, working on critical decision-making systems.
You will work on end-to-end ML solutions that support key risk processes. The role is strongly focused on production-grade Machine Learning, with increasing emphasis on building scalable, reliable, and explainable models used in daily risk decisioning.
Challenges that await you:
Develop and improve ML models for credit application approval and credit limit assignment
Build ML-based decision frameworks and analytical tools for credit portfolio management
Translate business problems (risk, profitability, growth) into data science solutions
Work end-to-end: data analysis, feature engineering, model training, validation, and deployment
Collaborate with product, risk, and portfolio teams to ensure models drive measurable business impact
Continuously improve existing models and pipelines in a production environment
Balance model performance, interpretability, and business constraints
What makes you a great fit:
4+ years of professional experience as a Data Scientist
Strong, hands-on experience with Machine Learning in production
Proven track record of delivering measurable business impact using ML
(e.g. revenue uplift, cost reduction, risk improvement, user growth)Experience deploying models end-to-end — from idea to production
Solid understanding of classical ML and modern approaches
Mathematical or technical education from the following universities: MSU, MIPT, HSE, MSTU, MEPhI, NSE (preferred)
Ability to explain complex models and results to non-technical stakeholders
Experience in fintech, credit risk, or portfolio management is a strong plus
Our ways of working:
Innovative Spirit: A commitment to creativity and groundbreaking solutions
Honest Feedback: valuing open, transparent communication
Supportive Team: a strong, collaborative community
Celebrating Achievements: recognizing our wins together
High-Tech Environment: a team full of smart and revolutionary people who date to challenge the status quo of incumbent finances
Our benefits:
Relocation support to Mexico with assistance for the employee and their family
Flexible work: hybrid or full-time from our office in Mexico
Healthcare Coverage
Education Budget: Language lessons, professional training and certifications
Wellness Budget: Mental health and fitness activity reimbursements
Vacation policy: 20 days of annual leave and paid sick leave
Published on: 3/26/2026

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Plata is a tech platform powered by AI that is redefining the financial experience in Mexico. Plata's mission is to simplify the financial experience.




