About the team + role
We are building an elite team, applying frontier technologies to the world’s biggest financial problems. We’re looking for bold thinkers. Sharp problem-solvers. Builders who are wired to make an impact. Robinhood isn’t a place for complacency, it’s where ambitious people do the best work of their careers. We’re a high-performing, fast-moving team with ethics at the center of everything we do. Expectations are high, and so are the rewards.
The Fraud Data Science team safeguards Robinhood and its customers by detecting and preventing fraud and abuse across our platform. We leverage machine learning and analytics to combat malicious behavior in real time, supporting a safe and trusted experience for all users. Our work has a direct impact on customer security, company risk posture, and regulatory compliance.
As a Senior Data Scientist on the Fraud team, you will own the design and deployment of ML solutions that proactively surface suspicious activity, reduce financial loss, and improve fraud detection precision. You’ll collaborate closely with engineering, product, risk, and compliance partners to influence system architecture, shape policy through data, and enhance the safety and integrity of our platform.
This role is based in our Menlo Park office, with in-person attendance expected at least 3 days per week.
What you’ll do
- Design and deploy fraud detection models to protect Robinhood users and assets in real time
- Analyze behavioral data to uncover emerging fraud vectors and support rapid incident response
- Develop robust data pipelines and monitoring systems to ensure model accuracy and reliability
- Partner with engineering and product teams to implement safeguards and user-facing features
- Guide experimentation strategy and contribute to long-term fraud prevention roadmap
What you bring
- 5+ years of experience in data science or applied ML, with a focus on fraud detection or risk mitigation
- Advanced proficiency in Python and SQL; experience with ML frameworks like XGBoost, LightGBM, or TensorFlow
- Strong statistical acumen with experience in anomaly detection, pattern recognition, and A/B testing
- Excellent communication skills and ability to influence decision-making across technical and non-technical audiences
- A collaborative mindset and proactive approach to navigating ambiguity in fast-paced environments