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Director, Compliance Data Science & AI

OKX · hybrid · senior · full-time · $135000–$225000 USD
aicompliancecryptodata sciencefintech PythonSQLMLMLOpsData EngineeringAI
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Job description
At OKX, we believe that the future will be reshaped by crypto, and ultimately contribute to every individual's freedom. OKX is a leading crypto exchange, and the developer of OKX Wallet, giving millions access to crypto trading and decentralized crypto applications (dApps). OKX is also a trusted brand by hundreds of large institutions seeking access to crypto markets. We are safe and reliable, backed by our Proof of Reserves. Across our multiple offices globally, we are united by our core principles: We Before Me, Do the Right Thing, and Get Things Done. These shared values drive our culture, shape our processes, and foster a friendly, rewarding, and diverse environment for every OK-er. OKX is part of OKG, a group that brings the value of Blockchain to users around the world, through our leading products OKX, OKX Wallet, OKLink and more.
Responsibilities
- Lead delivery of advanced analytics and AI initiatives across core compliance domains. - Work as the primary point of contact between the Product engineering team and compliance stakeholders. - Drive the adoption of AI-assisted workflows across the team's compliance analytics work. - Work hands-on with ML engineers on detection models and risk scoring systems. - Provide technical guidance and mentorship to data scientists and analytics engineers. - Partner with product managers on scoping, sequencing, and effort estimation for compliance analytics initiatives. - Maintain documentation and governance standards for compliance analytics output. - Contribute to regulatory responses and internal audit events by leading the data science workstream.
Requirements
- 10+ years in data science, quantitative analytics, or ML, with leadership experience in compliance or regulatory analytics. - Solid compliance domain knowledge with hands-on experience in AML typology detection, sanctions analytics, or transaction monitoring. - Strong Python and SQL skills, applied ML experience, and MLOps and data engineering fluency. - A working AI-first mindset and experience with AI tools. - Good cross-functional communication skills. - Experience mentoring data scientists and analysts. - Familiarity with model governance and documentation standards in a regulated environment. - Familiarity with the crypto ecosystem and VASP compliance frameworks is a plus.
Conditions
- Competitive total compensation package. - L&D programs and Education subsidy for employees' growth and development. - Various team building programs and company events. - Wellness and meal allowances. - Comprehensive healthcare schemes for employees and dependants.
About OKX
OKX is a leading global cryptocurrency exchange founded in 2017, offering spot and derivatives trading, Web3 solutions, and a digital wallet. The platform supports over 300 cryptocurrencies and ranks fourth in daily trading volume, with recent expansion into tokenized securities trading in partnership with the NYSE parent company.
Crypto · 1000+ · Seychelles · Founded 2017 · https://www.okx.com/
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