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Is this posting real?
- This role has been open
- 21 days SoFi's roles stay open a median of 33 days
- Reposted
- No
- Salary listed
- No 7% of SoFi's roles list one
- Ghost-job risk at SoFi
- high 23 stale, 5 reposted of 61 open
- Hiring momentum
- 122 roles opened in the last 90 days ↑ up vs. the prior 90 days
- Last confirmed on the employer's board
- 2026-09-17
Measured from postings appearing on and disappearing from SoFi's own greenhouse board since 2026-08-03. Full hiring picture for SoFi.
About this role
The Senior Data Scientist in Compliance will focus on developing and optimizing models for the Anti-Money Laundering (AML) Compliance program. Daily tasks include model development, validation, and integration, as well as managing AML data infrastructure and governance initiatives. The role requires collaboration with various stakeholders to ensure compliance with AML regulations and effective reporting of AML metrics.
- benefits
- 1/5
- freshness
- 4/5
- career value
- 4/5
- role clarity
- 4/5
- pay transparency
- 0/5
Scored from the posting itself — how clearly the role is described, how much it says about pay and benefits, and how recently it was listed. Not a judgement of SoFi as an employer.
What you need
- Bachelor’s Degree or Master’s Degree in Statistics, Computer Science, Mathematics, Finance, Engineering or other relevant areas
- 3+ years of experience in the finance industry focusing on BSA/AML, OFAC, or fraud modeling/analytics
- Statistical/data analytical skills, including data quality validation, and predictive modeling experience in SQL and Python
- Knowledge of and ability to leverage traditional databases, cloud-based computing, and distributed computing
- Track record of leading AML governance-related initiatives, such as risk assessments, internal/external audits and other regulatory requirements
- Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively with all levels of the organization and across different business lines
Nice to have
- Knowledge of AML regulations and the USA PATRIOT Act
- Familiarity with regulatory guidance on Model Risk Management
- Experience with data visualization (e.g., Tableau)
- Experience with data monitoring systems (e.g., DataDog, Monte Carlo)
- Experience with cloud data infrastructure (e.g., Snowflake)
Worth weighing
- No salary listed
- Vague details on the specific technologies and tools used
- The role involves significant regulatory compliance responsibilities which may add pressure
- No remote work options for certain locations, limiting flexibility
Summarised from SoFi's posting. Read the full original.
Listed by SoFi on their greenhouse job board, last confirmed open on 2026-09-17. PitchMeAI is not the employer.
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