About the job
Kuda is a revolutionary money application designed specifically for Africans, dedicated to making financial services accessible, affordable, and rewarding for every individual across the continent. Our passionate and diverse team envisioned an inclusive money app that resonates with African values, aptly named 'Kuda', which translates to 'love' in Shona, a language spoken in southern Africa.
We aim to provide Africans worldwide with a superior alternative to traditional financial systems by offering seamless money transfers, intelligent budgeting tools, and instant access to credit through digital platforms. With over $90 million raised from prestigious institutional investors, we are ambitiously expanding our innovative services globally, from our headquarters in Nigeria to offices in South Africa and the UK.
Role Overview
As the Data Science Manager at Kuda, you will lead a highly skilled team of data scientists focused on developing and implementing machine learning models that significantly impact business outcomes throughout the credit lifecycle. Your team will concentrate on creating solutions for credit scoring, fraud detection, and collections, while also delivering data-driven insights and predictive analytics to support various business functions.
You will engage with cutting-edge data science and machine learning technologies, with a strong emphasis on constructing scalable, real-time decision-making systems embedded within our product offerings. This role involves not only model development but also ensuring these models are effectively deployed for real-time applications, thereby enhancing Kuda's customer service capabilities.
Collaboration with multiple cross-functional teams, including product, business, technology, and data teams, will be essential to ensure alignment and deliver value through innovative, data-driven solutions. As a leader, you will cultivate a culture of continuous learning and improvement, ensuring that your team remains at the forefront of industry trends, emerging technologies, and best practices in data science.
Your success will hinge on your ability to translate complex business challenges into data-driven solutions while harmonizing technical execution with strategic vision. Your leadership will help Kuda expand its footprint, delivering high-quality, machine learning-driven credit solutions to millions of customers across Nigeria and beyond.
