We are looking for a full-time CTO to join our team as our first employee, in charge of building and implementing a risk scoring algorithm from the ground up and managing the development of our tech solution. You'll solve hard problems and have deep impact on the end-product. We're looking for an autonomous problem solver, highly motivated to work in a fast-paced environment and fully committed to contribute to the rise of a new way for companies to finance their development. Responsibilities • In charge of building and implementing a robust and sophisticated risk scoring algorithm based on specific operational and financial data • Implement machine learning models that leverage the historical data collected from new clients to continuously improve the algorithm accuracy • Build and maintain API connections with our main data providers (Stripe, Recurly, ChargeBee, Open Banking APIs) • Develop the automation of our processes in order to allow us to deliver our financing proposals in a very short time frame and unlock the scalability of our product • Define solutions that can help our customers quickly onboard their data in cases where data is not in traditional formats • Coordinate with our external partner to build and maintain the front-end workflow and back-end infrastructure (including web applications) • Recruit and manage a team of software engineers dedicated to improving and developing our tech assets and product lines • To be at the forefront of product and process innovation Requirements • MSc or above from a tier-one engineer school or university, with a curriculum in applied mathematics with a focus on statistics. PhDs are welcomed • At least 3-5+ years of experience as a data scientist or similar function in a startup or larger company. Experience in a fast-growing startup is a plus • Experience with: machine learning, statistics, data management, data architecture, process automation and web application. Knowledge or experience in the financial or insurance sector is a plus • Python and SQL are required. Knowledge of JavaScript with one or more main web framework (react.js, angular.js, vue.js…) is really appreciated. Any other language is a plus (C++, Java, R, Spark…) • English is a must and French required • Capacity to interact with non-engineering stakeholders to ensure you are going in the right direction • Capacity to adapt and thrive in a fast-paced entrepreneurial project in the financial sector, with a willingness to both learn and share knowledge as the understanding of financial KPIs will be critical to succeed • Deep interest in how to transform finance and technology through data Useful info • Attractive package including stock-options • Flexible hours • Starting date: as soon as possible