zoop
Website:
zoop.one
Job details:
Job Title: ML Lead (IC + Team Management)
Location: Pune (Onsite)
Experience: 7+ years (Mandatory: 2+ years in team leadership)
Industry: Fintech / RegTech ONLY (Strict Filter)
Role Overview:
We are looking for a high-impact Machine Learning Lead who can operate as both an Individual Contributor and Team Leader. This role involves building and scaling ML systems, leading a team from scratch, and delivering production-grade solutions in Fintech/RegTech domains.
Apply ONLY if you have hands-on ML experience in Fintech or RegTech. Profiles outside these domains will not be considered.
Key Responsibilities
Machine Learning & Deployment
- Design, build, and deploy ML models across use cases like fraud detection, document intelligence, NLP, and predictive analytics
- Optimize models for scalability, latency, and real-time performance
- Drive experimentation using advanced ML techniques and frameworks
MLOps & Production Systems
- Own end-to-end ML lifecycle: data pipelines → training → deployment → monitoring
- Implement MLOps best practices (CI/CD, model versioning, monitoring)
- Ensure robust, scalable, production-ready systems
Leadership & Team Building
- Build and lead the ML team from ground up
- Mentor team members on technical and career growth
- Drive a culture of ownership, innovation, and accountability
Innovation & Ownership
- Identify and solve high-impact Fintech/RegTech problems using ML
- Translate regulatory and compliance requirements into ML solutions
- Stay updated with latest ML trends and technologies
Cross-functional Collaboration
- Work closely with product, engineering, and business teams
- Align ML solutions with business goals and regulatory constraints
Key Problem Areas
- Fraud & AML detection (identity, document, biometrics)
- Intelligent Document Processing (IDP)
- Insurance & Claims Automation
- Contract Analysis using NLP
- User Risk Scoring using Graph/Anomaly Detection
Must-Have Qualifications
Experience
- 7+ years in Machine Learning / AI
- 2+ years leading or mentoring teams
- Strictly from Fintech or RegTech domain
Technical Skills
- Strong expertise in Python & ML frameworks
- Hands-on with MLOps tools (MLflow, Kubeflow, etc.)
- Experience with cloud platforms (AWS/GCP/Azure)
- Exposure to big data tools (Spark/Hadoop) is a plus
Why Join
- Build and lead ML from 0 → 1
- Solve real-world, high-scale Fintech/RegTech problems
- High ownership, high impact role in a fast-paced environment
Screening Note (For Candidates)
Do NOT apply if you do not have relevant experience in Fintech or RegTech. This is a strict requirement.
Apply or send your resumes at rutuja.bhailume@zoop.one
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