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Senior Data Analyst- Fraud & AML
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12,333 - 18,333 USD/yr
Palo Alto, CA
About xAI
xAI's mission is to create AI systems that can accurately understand the universe and aid humanity in its pursuit of knowledge. Our team is small, highly motivated, and focused on engineering excellence. This organization is for individuals who appreciate challenging themselves and thrive on curiosity. We operate with a flat organizational structure. All employees are expected to be hands-on and to contribute directly to the company's mission. Leadership is given to those who show initiative and consistently deliver excellence. Work ethic and strong prioritization skills are important. All employees are expected to have strong communication skills. They should be able to concisely and accurately share knowledge with their teammates.
ABOUT THE ROLE:
We are looking for a Senior Data Scientist to join our Compliance Program and play a pivotal role in modernizing and strengthening our financial crime detection capabilities. You will architect, build, and optimize data-driven transaction monitoring models, coverage assessment frameworks, and advanced analytics solutions that directly support BSA/AML regulatory compliance, including but not limited to SAR filing, Customer Identification Program elements, and Enhanced Due Diligence measures. The role will also support the OFAC Sanctions, Fraud and overall risk prioritization across multiple products and jurisdictions.
This is a high-impact, cross-functional role that blends advanced analytics, machine learning, and deep compliance domain expertise. You will work closely with Compliance, Engineering, Model Risk, Product, and external regulators to ensure our controls are robust, defensible, and scalable.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Design, develop, and enhance AML and fraud models, rules, and heuristics using Python, SQL, and AI-enabled tooling; partner with the Compliance Machine Learning team on model reviews to improve detection rates and reduce false positives.
- Build and maintain interactive performance dashboards and automated reporting solutions that track key risk, productivity, and capacity metrics for senior leadership and regulators.
- Architect and implement enterprise-wide Transaction Monitoring Coverage Assessment frameworks, including standardized methodologies for gap identification, root-cause analysis, remediation planning, and ongoing sustainability monitoring.
- Lead complex data initiatives, including extraction of SAR filing metrics with product-level breakdowns and development of jurisdiction- and typology-specific SAR narrative generator tools.
- Embed data science best practices into product launches and feature rollouts to proactively identify and close monitoring coverage gaps.
- Support regulatory examinations (e.g., NYDFS Part 504) by preparing analytical documentation, third-party validation materials, and executive certification packages.
- Drive continuous improvement of compliance operations through automation, process optimization, and advanced analytics.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:
- 7+ years of hands-on data science / advanced analytics experience in financial services, with at least 4 years focused on fraud and financial crime compliance.
- Master's degree (or higher) in Applied Mathematics, Statistics, Data Science, Actuarial Science, or a related quantitative field.
- Proven track record of building and optimizing transaction monitoring models, coverage frameworks, or compliance analytics programs in a regulated environment (fintech, bank, or payment company preferred).
- Deep understanding of BSA/AML regulations, suspicious activity reporting, customer due diligence, sanctions screening, and model risk management principles.
- Demonstrated ability to translate complex regulatory requirements into actionable data solutions and present findings to senior leadership and regulators.
- Certified Anti-Money Laundering Specialist (CAMS) or equivalent compliance certification is strongly preferred.
PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:
- Experience leading cross-functional initiatives involving Engineering, Legal, Product Compliance, and external consulting partners.
- Background in building internal case management systems, SAR automation tools, or RPA solutions.
- Familiarity with AML detection platforms.
- Track record of delivering measurable impact (e.g., reduced case volumes, improved detection of high-risk activity, increased operational efficiency).
COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:
$148,000- $220,000 USD
Base salary is just one part of our total rewards package at xAI, which also includes equity, comprehensive medical, vision, and dental coverage, access to a 401(k) retirement plan, short & long-term disability insurance, life insurance, and various other discounts and perks.
ITAR REQUIREMENTS:
- To conform to U.S. Government export regulations, applicant must be a (i) U.S. citizen or national, (ii) U.S. lawful, permanent resident (aka green card holder), (iii) Refugee under 8 U.S.C. § 1157, or (iv) Asylee under 8 U.S.C. § 1158, or be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State. Learn more about the ITAR here.
xAI is an equal opportunity employer. For details on data processing, view our Recruitment Privacy Notice.
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🏢 Summary: Opportunity for a senior iOS Engineer to build a high-impact AI mobile application, owning features end-to-end from architecture to App Store release. The role focuses on crafting high-performance, pixel-perfect user experiences and integrating state-of-the-art AI models into responsive, real-time iOS apps. 🗂️ Requirements: Expert-level Swift proficiency, Deep knowledge of UIKit and SwiftUI, Experience with performance optimization (memory, CPU, GPU), Strong concurrency and reactive programming skills (Combine), Experience integrating APIs (REST or gRPC), Ability to design and ship pixel-perfect mobile UIs, Experience owning features end-to-end including architecture and App Store deployment 📃 Skills: Swift, UIKit, SwiftUI, Combine, REST, gRPC, Rust, AVFoundation, iOS, Xcode 🏢 Description: About xAI xAI's mission is to create AI systems that can accurately understand the universe and aid humanity in its pursuit of knowledge. Our team is small, highly motivated, and focused on engineering excellence. This organization is for individuals who appreciate challenging themselves and thrive on curiosity. We operate with a flat organizational structure. All employees are expected to be hands-on and to contribute directly to the company's mission. Leadership is given to those who show initiative and consistently deliver excellence. Work ethic and strong prioritization skills are important. All employees are expected to have strong communication skills. They should be able to concisely and accurately share knowledge with their teammates.ABOUT THE ROLE: We're seeking an exceptional iOS engineer to join a small, high-impact team dedicated to creating the world's most valuable AI application, judged by the impact it delivers to users. You'll shape cutting-edge mobile experiences, blending technical mastery with product brilliance. RESPONSIBILITIES: Dream up and craft delightful, intuitive user experiences that redefine how people interact with AI on mobile. Obsess over every pixel, animation, and interaction, ensuring the experience feels magical and seamless. Build blazing-fast, highly performant systems where every millisecond counts. Drive technical and product decisions, collaborating with AI researchers and engineers to deploy state-of-the-art models globally. BASIC QUALIFICATIONS: Expert in Swift, with deep knowledge of UIKit and SwiftUI. Proficient in performance optimization—memory, CPU, GPU—using low-level tools to deliver blazing-fast systems. Experienced in designing and shipping intuitive, pixel-perfect mobile UIs that redefine how users interact with AI. Skilled in concurrency and reactive programming (Combine) for responsive, real-time apps. Built high-throughput integrations with APIs (REST, gRPC) or AI model outputs, ensuring seamless data flow. Capable of owning complex features end-to-end, from architecture to App Store deployment, with a focus on speed and scalability. PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE: Deep expertise in the Apple ecosystem and related development tools. Rust for working with our backend components. AVFoundation for real-time audio processing. Track record of shipping standout apps or standout features within apps. Deep expertise in iOS development, particularly with Swift. We seek individuals who operate at the highest levels of their craft. Excel at delivering results swiftly, often in a fraction of the time others require. Speed is a core value at xAI—we must act decisively to succeed. A sharp product sense, with an ability to empathize with users, anticipate their needs, and translate that into features that delight and deliver value. COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS: $180,000 - $440,000 USD Base salary is just one part of our total rewards package at xAI, which also includes equity, comprehensive medical, vision, and dental coverage, access to a 401(k) retirement plan, short & long-term disability insurance, life insurance, and various other discounts and perks.xAI is an equal opportunity employer. For details on data processing, view our Recruitment Privacy Notice.
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Site Reliability Engineer - Cybersecurity
Senior
On-site
Palo Alto, CA
🏢 Summary: Cybersecurity / SRE role focused on securing and maintaining the reliability of a large-scale fintech platform operating in hybrid cloud environments. The position emphasizes Kubernetes and container security, SIEM management, CI/CD protection, and automation using Python and infrastructure-as-code tools. Candidates will work on mission-critical distributed systems, ensuring regulatory compliance and resilient security operations at scale. 🗂️ Requirements: Experience securing hybrid AWS/on-premises environments, Strong proficiency in Python, Strong proficiency in Terraform, Strong proficiency in Puppet, Deep expertise in Kubernetes, Experience with container security, Hands-on experience with GitHub Actions, Experience with Prometheus, Experience with Grafana, Experience with CloudWatch, Experience with Karma, Experience managing and integrating Wazuh, Experience with security scanning tools (Semgrep, Trivy, Falco), Experience with IAM and security posture management, Ability to comply with PCI and NIST CSF standards, Located in SF Bay Area or willing to relocate 📃 Skills: AWS, IAM, Python, Terraform, Puppet, Kubernetes, Docker, GitHub, Prometheus, Grafana, CloudWatch, Karma, Wazuh, Semgrep, Trivy, Falco, PCI, NIST, CI/CD 🏢 Description: ABOUT xAI xAI's mission is to create AI systems that can accurately understand the universe and aid humanity in its pursuit of knowledge. Our team is small, highly motivated, and focused on engineering excellence. This organization is for individuals who appreciate challenging themselves and thrive on curiosity. We operate with a flat organizational structure. All employees are expected to be hands-on and to contribute directly to the company's mission. Leadership is given to those who show initiative and consistently deliver excellence. Work ethic and strong prioritization skills are important. All employees are expected to have strong communication skills. They should be able to concisely and accurately share knowledge with their teammates. ABOUT THE ROLE: The Cybersecurity / SRE team is focused on ensuring the security and reliability of X Money. This role will primarily focus on the X Money platform but will also cross over with the X Social platform. The ideal candidate will have experience in the banking, money transmission, and P2P payments industry. We emphasize working with large distributed systems and security platforms at scale, with an automation-first mindset. You'll be responsible for securing and maintaining the reliability of X Money's infrastructure. You'll work closely with cross-functional teams to enhance security measures, improve system resilience, and implement best practices. RESPONSIBILITIES: - Build and secure mission-critical applications in a hybrid cloud environment. - Manage identities and roles effectively. - Monitor and remediate infrastructure to comply with regulations and best practices (e.g., PCI, NIST CSF). - Maintain a SIEM and all data pipelines needed for reliable alerting. - Design and implement secure container standards and automation to enable frictionless developer workflows. - Maintain Kubernetes security aligned with current best practices. - Build, deploy, and maintain security operations infrastructure using Python, Terraform, and Puppet. - Secure and enhance CI/CD pipelines. - Integrate and maintain code scanning platforms. - Develop dashboards and alerts from security metrics. - Own security projects: identify issues and implement solutions. - Apply critical analysis and problem-solving skills. BASIC QUALIFICATIONS: - Proven experience securing hybrid AWS/on-premises environments, including IAM and overall security posture. - Strong proficiency in Python, Terraform, and Puppet. - Certifications like CISA, CRISC, CGEIT, Security+, CASP+, or similar preferred. - Deep expertise in Kubernetes and container security. - Hands-on expertise building GitHub Actions and workflows. - Extensive experience with Prometheus, Grafana, CloudWatch, and Karma. - Well versed in management and integrations of Wazuh. - Hands-on experience with security scanning tools (Semgrep, Trivy, Falco). - Proactive mindset with strong ownership and problem-solving skills. - Excellent critical thinking and analytical abilities. - Located in the SF Bay Area or willing to relocate. COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS: $180,000 - $440,000 USD Base salary is just one part of our total rewards package, which also includes equity, comprehensive medical, vision, and dental coverage, access to a 401(k) retirement plan, short & long-term disability insurance, life insurance, and various other discounts and perks. xAI is an equal opportunity employer. For details on data processing, view our Recruitment Privacy Notice.