Associate Fraud Strategy Data Scientist

Job Title: Associate Fraud Strategy Data Scientist Pay Rate: $45–$50/hr (W2) Location: San Jose, CA (Hybrid Preferred) Duration: 12 Months (Contract – 40 Hours/Week) We are seeking an Associate Fraud Strategy Data Scientist to join a dynamic Fraud Risk Strategy team. This is a high-impact role for someone passionate about using data science and analytics to tackle real-world fraud challenges in fast-paced digital environments. The role is a 12-month contract, supporting critical initiatives across fraud detection, loss mitigation, and risk strategy. Ideal candidates will be local to the San Jose area for a hybrid work arrangement, though remote candidates may be considered if local options are unavailable. Key Responsibilities • Design and implement rules and strategies to detect and mitigate fraud • Analyze large datasets to uncover fraud patterns and trends • Develop Python scripts and predictive models to support fraud mitigation strategies • Create dashboards and visualizations to monitor key performance indicators using tools like Tableau and AWS Quicksight • Collaborate with product and engineering teams to improve control capabilities and integrate fraud solutions at scale • Present findings and strategic recommendations to business stakeholders and leadership • Lead investigations into complex or novel fraud cases and identify root causes Required Qualifications • Up to 2 years of experience in risk analytics, data science, or fraud-related analytics within industries such as eCommerce, online payments, or user risk/trust • Bachelor's degree in Data Science, Analytics, Statistics, Mathematics, or a related field • Strong proficiency in SQL and Python (including data science libraries) • Experience with large datasets and statistical modeling techniques • Proficiency in data visualization tools such as Tableau and AWS Quicksight • Strong communication skills, with the ability to translate complex data insights into actionable business recommendations • Comfortable navigating ambiguity and working toward data-driven, goal-oriented outcomes Preferred Qualifications • Experience working in fraud strategy, investigations, or payments risk • Familiarity with fraud typologies and fraud detection systems • Exposure to machine learning models in a fraud or risk context • Experience with AWS tools and infrastructure • Project management skills and the ability to work cross-functionally with stakeholders What You Can Expect in the First 6–12 Months • Lead the development and execution of fraud strategies that minimize risk while maintaining a strong customer experience • Deliver actionable insights and recommendations through data storytelling and visualization • Influence fraud mitigation initiatives that operate at scale in real time • Work in a collaborative, results-driven team that values innovation and impact EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY STATEMENT: Suna Solutions provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training. Applicants, with criminal histories, are considered in a manner that is consistent with local, state, and federal laws. REQUESTING AN ACCOMODATION Suna Solutions is committed to providing equal employment opportunities for persons with disabilities or religious observances, including reasonable accommodation when needed. If you are hired by Suna Solutions and require accommodation to perform the essential functions of your role, you will be asked to participate in our reasonable accommodation process. Accommodations made to facilitate the recruiting process are not a guarantee of future or continued accommodations once hired. If you would like to be considered for employment opportunities with Suna Solutions and have accommodation needs for a disability or religious observance, please call us at 1 (888) 223-4788, send us an email or speak with your recruiter. PAY TRANSPARENCY POLICY STATEMENT Compensation for roles at Suna Solutions varies depending on a wide array of factors including but not limited to the specific client, office or remote location, role, skill set and level of experience. As required by local law, Suna Solutions provides a reasonable pay scale to include the hourly or salary range that Suna Solutions reasonably expects to pay for roles that may be hired in California, Colorado, New York City or Washington as set forth below.