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We are seeking a Commercial Research Scientist to join our Data Science Team as we expand and promote digital and financial inclusion across our markets.
Working at M-KOPA as a Commercial Research Scientist offers a unique opportunity to be at the core of a mission-driven company dedicated to transforming lives and enhancing financial inclusion globally. Our innovative solutions, from digital financial services to accessible technology, impact over 23 million people worldwide and aim to empower families, support businesses, and foster community growth.
This pivotal role within our central Data Science team involves tackling complex modeling challenges with significant societal and business impact. Your insights will influence strategic decisions, optimize products, and guide the company's future initiatives. You will have the freedom to explore, prototype, and deploy advanced machine learning models, collaborating with teams across Product, Engineering, Operations, and Strategy. Your research will contribute to scientific literature and strengthen M-KOPA's position as a thought leader.
Why This Role is Exciting:
* Impactful Research: Conduct research that benefits millions and creates social and economic value.
* Complex Problem-Solving: Engage with sophisticated machine learning challenges.
* Collaborative Freedom: Explore innovative methods and collaborate internationally across Europe, the UK, and Africa.
* Thought Leadership: Publish research, attend conferences, and partner with academic institutions.
* Mission-Driven Culture: Join a sustainable, carbon-negative organization committed to social impact.
Key Responsibilities:
* Conduct applied machine learning research and develop innovative algorithms for real-world problems.
* Prototype, test, and refine models, integrating academic insights into practical solutions.
* Engage with academic institutions to foster innovation and maintain a competitive edge.
Essential Skills and Qualifications:
* Expertise in machine learning, mathematics, statistics, and computer science.
* Ability to translate research into actionable algorithms.
* Experience with deep learning, reinforcement learning, or related fields.
* Proven publication record in top conferences (NeurIPS, ICML, ICLR, etc.).
* Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Who You Are:
* Curious and committed to scientific excellence.
* Passionate about advancing machine learning for practical impact.
* Comfortable with theoretical complexities to achieve real-world benefits.
This is a fully remote role, working across time zones (UTC -1 / UTC+3) with a diverse team from the UK, Europe, and Africa. Reporting to the Head of Data Science, you'll be part of a global, innovative environment.
Why Join M-KOPA?
We empower our employees through development programs, coaching, and flexible policies that support well-being and growth. Join us in shaping the future at m-kopa.com.
Recognized as one of Africa's fastest-growing companies and among TIME's Most Influential Companies, we serve over 5 million customers and have unlocked $1.5 billion in credit for the unbanked across Africa.
Important Notice: M-KOPA is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity. We prohibit forced or child labor and do not charge any fees during the recruitment process.
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