Data Science Validation Engineer
CurrentDefined key metrics and rules for reporting models to capture new fraud types.Ingested, transformed, cleaned and augmented internal and external data assets. Automated data pipelines to process.Lead testing of advanced anti-fraud image recognition model for internal Data Science team by verifying OCR models and curating datasets, optimizing model accuracy using Python and SKLearn.Worked closely with fraud detection software providers to test and deploy system updates, improving detection capabilities.Performed data cleaning and EDA (exploratory data analysis) using a variety of Python libraries for Data Science Team purposes. Effectively worked within both Waterfall and Agile (SCRUM) SDLC models. Experienced with JIRA.Communicated findings to stakeholders in a weekly manner.Interpreted technical lingo and technical support to non-technical team members at all levels. Collaborated closely with engineers, scrum master, product, and project managers to validate software quality and functionality before client release.