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Data Science Manager - Fraud

plaidNew York City OfficeAll Departments
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Salary
$216K – $329.4K
Job type
Full-time
Work mode
Remote
Experience
Senior
Posted
12 Sept 2026
Status
Open · checked 7d ago

About this role

This position suits an experienced analytics leader with fraud domain expertise who wants to guide a customer-facing data science team in New York City. The Data Science Manager role at Plaid involves setting technical roadmaps, mentoring data scientists, and collaborating closely with product and go-to-market teams to scale fraud solutions.

Role Overview

The Data Science Manager oversees customer-facing data science and product analytics within the Fraud organization. Responsibilities include defining product metrics, leading customer investigations, and driving end-to-end product impact through data.

Key Responsibilities

Build six to twelve month roadmaps alongside product, engineering, and go-to-market teams while assigning team priorities.
Establish product metrics, reporting systems, alerting protocols, and structured processes for customer proofs of concept.
Translate recurring fraud signals and customer insights into scalable product capabilities.
Review analytical designs, code, data models, and model evaluations while participating directly in complex investigations.
Coach team members through performance discussions, regular feedback, and professional growth opportunities.
Utilize AI-assisted tools for analysis while verifying output quality prior to guiding product decisions.

Requirements

Demonstrated history of managing, mentoring, and developing data science professionals.
Specialization in fraud, risk, or closely related fields.
Background in product analytics, metric design, and performance evaluation.
Direct experience partnering with customers to provide data-driven solutions.
Technical proficiency in Python, SQL, statistics, product analytics, and applied modeling.
Ability to establish technical direction and execute high-impact initiatives while remaining technically hands-on.

Nice to Have

Background utilizing graph-based data structures to uncover fraud patterns.
Application of causal inference methodologies for risk or product challenges.
Familiarity with model interpretability techniques across traditional and modern architectures.
Experience utilizing analytics engineering tools like dbt.

Skills and Tools

Python
SQL
dbt
Statistics
Applied modeling
Product analytics

Salary and Benefits

The salary range is $216K to $329.4K, with additional compensation provided via equity and/or commission based on the role. Comprehensive benefits include medical, vision, dental coverage, and a 401(k) plan.

About the Company

Plaid builds financial technology infrastructure that connects consumers, financial institutions, and application developers across thousands of financial institutions. Founded in 2013, the organization operates headquarters in San Francisco alongside regional offices spanning North America and Europe.

How to Apply

Interested candidates should submit applications directly through the official Plaid careers page.

Skills and tech stack

PythonSQLdbtMachine Learning

Questions candidates ask

What is the salary range for the Data Science Manager role?

The compensation ranges from $216K to $329.4K, with additional potential compensation in equity and/or commission.

Where is the position located?

The job is based out of the New York City office.

What technical skills are required?

Applicants must have technical depth in Python, SQL, statistics, product analytics, and applied modeling.

What benefits are included?

Plaid provides medical, dental, vision, and 401(k) benefits alongside equity or commission depending on the position.

How should I submit my application?

Applications should be submitted through the official company careers page.

Ready to apply?

The application is on the official plaid careers page.

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