
About Block
Empowering economic freedom through innovative financial solutions
Key Highlights
- Public company (NYSE: SQ) with a market cap over $40B
- Over 50 million monthly active users across its platforms
- Headquartered in San Francisco, California
- Offers products like Square, Cash App, and TIDAL
Block, headquartered in San Francisco, California, is a financial technology company that provides a suite of products including Square, Cash App, and TIDAL. With over 50 million monthly active users, Block is focused on economic empowerment through accessible financial services. The company went pu...
🎁 Benefits
Block offers competitive salaries, equity options, generous PTO policies, and comprehensive health benefits. Employees enjoy a flexible remote work po...
🌟 Culture
Block fosters a culture of inclusivity and innovation, encouraging diverse perspectives to drive solutions. The company emphasizes collaboration acros...
Skills & Technologies
Overview
Block is hiring a Senior Machine Learning Engineer to join their Risk Machine Learning organization. You'll apply machine learning at scale to detect and prevent fraud across Cash App and Square. This position requires expertise in Python and machine learning frameworks.
Job Description
Who you are
You have 5+ years of experience in machine learning and data science, with a strong background in developing models that detect and prevent fraud. Your expertise in Python and machine learning frameworks like TensorFlow and Keras allows you to build scalable solutions that operate at massive scale. You are comfortable working with large datasets and have a solid understanding of SQL for data manipulation and analysis. You thrive in collaborative environments and enjoy working closely with cross-functional teams to drive impactful results. Your problem-solving skills enable you to tackle complex challenges, and you are passionate about using technology to create a more inclusive financial system.
Desirable
Experience with cloud platforms such as AWS or GCP is a plus, as is familiarity with data engineering tools and practices. You have a keen interest in the financial technology sector and understand the importance of trust and safety in financial applications. You are proactive in staying updated with the latest advancements in machine learning and are eager to apply new techniques to improve existing models.
What you'll do
As a Senior Machine Learning Engineer at Block, you will be responsible for designing and implementing machine learning models that enhance the security and reliability of our financial products. You will work closely with data scientists and engineers to develop algorithms that detect fraudulent activities across our platforms. Your role will involve analyzing large datasets to identify patterns and trends that inform model development. You will also collaborate with product teams to integrate machine learning solutions into our applications, ensuring they meet the needs of our users. Additionally, you will mentor junior engineers and contribute to the overall growth of the team by sharing your knowledge and expertise.
What we offer
At Block, we offer a competitive salary and benefits package, including health insurance, retirement plans, and opportunities for professional development. You will be part of a diverse and inclusive team that values creativity and innovation. Our culture encourages ownership and impact, allowing you to make meaningful contributions to our mission of making the global economy more accessible. We provide a flexible work environment and support work-life balance, ensuring you can thrive both personally and professionally.
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