Payoneer - AI & ML Tech Lead
**Tech Lead – Machine Learning (AI) – Payoneer | Tel Aviv, Israel (Hybrid)**
**About Payoneer**
Since 2005, Payoneer has been a leading global financial platform, empowering businesses to thrive in the digital economy by simplifying cross-border transactions. With a presence in 190+ markets and a team of 2,500+ professionals worldwide, we provide innovative financial solutions—from global payments and compliance to multi-currency management and business intelligence—helping companies scale with confidence.
**Join Our New AI/ML Team in Tel Aviv**
We’re looking for a hands-on Tech Lead in Machine Learning (AI) to be the founding technical expert of our newly established ML team. This is a rare opportunity to shape the future of AI at Payoneer—designing the tech stack, setting best practices, and building advanced ML solutions from the ground up.
**Why This Role?**
– Pioneer AI at Payoneer: Define the technical vision, infrastructure, and culture of our ML initiatives.
– Build from Scratch: Architect ML pipelines, deploy models, and establish MLOps frameworks.
– Lead & Influence: Mentor future hires, set coding standards, and drive innovation in fintech AI.
– Hybrid Work Model: Based in Tel Aviv, blending in-office collaboration with remote flexibility.
**What You’ll Do:**
– Design & Deploy: Create scalable ML infrastructure, data pipelines, and production-grade AI models.
– Set Technical Standards: Establish best practices for coding, testing, and model deployment.
– Drive MLOps: Implement CI/CD, monitoring, and governance for machine learning workflows.
– Collaborate Cross-Functionally: Partner with business teams to identify high-impact AI use cases.
– Shape Team Growth: Recruit, onboard, and mentor future ML engineers and data scientists.
– Evaluate Emerging Tech: Select cutting-edge tools (TensorFlow, PyTorch, AWS/GCP/Azure) for Payoneer’s AI stack.
**Who You Are:**
– 6+ years of hands-on ML/AI experience, with a track record of deploying models in production.
– Technical Leadership: Experience choosing tech stacks and setting engineering standards.
– Expertise in: Python, SQL, ML frameworks (TensorFlow/PyTorch), cloud platforms, and MLOps.
– Startup Mindset: Thrive in ambiguity, eager to build from zero, and make impactful decisions.
– Fintech/Finance Background? A plus, but not required.
– Advanced Degree in Computer Science, AI, Data Science, or related quantitative field (PhD a bonus).
– Exceptional Communicator: Ability to translate complex AI concepts for stakeholders.
**Payoneer’s Culture:**
– Customer-First: We solve real business challenges with smart technology.
– Own It: Take initiative and drive results fearlessly.
– Grow Together: Foster a collaborative, learning-driven environment.
**Equal Opportunity Employer**
Payoneer champions diversity and inclusion. We welcome applicants of all backgrounds, ensuring fair consideration regardless of race, gender, religion, disability, or other protected status. Need accommodations during hiring? Let us know.
**Ready to Build the Future of AI in Fintech?**