Software Engineer- Payment Fraud

About MealMe:

MealMe, Inc. is transforming the food ordering landscape, much like Plaid revolutionized finance. Our mission is to connect your favorite apps to the POS systems of restaurants and grocery stores using our state-of-the-art Inventory and Ordering API. Over the past five years, we've integrated with over 1 million stores across the US and Canada, managing 700 million unique products. In other words, we make food ordering as smooth as whipped cream.

Role Overview:
We’re seeking a skilled Payment Fraud Engineer with 5+ years of payment fraud experience to join our team and help combat fraudulent activities within the payment ecosystem. This technical position is ideal for someone passionate about cybersecurity, data analysis, and proactive problem-solving. If you have a keen eye for detail and a drive to prevent fraud in financial transactions, we want to hear from you.

Key Responsibilities:

Fraud Detection and Prevention:

• Design, implement, and maintain systems to detect and prevent fraudulent activities across various payment platforms.
• Monitor transactions in real-time to identify and respond to suspicious behavior.
• Develop algorithms and models to enhance fraud detection capabilities.

Data Analysis and Investigation:

• Analyze large datasets to identify patterns and trends associated with fraudulent activity.
• Conduct thorough investigations into fraud incidents, documenting findings and recommending improvements.
• Collaborate with data scientists to refine fraud detection techniques.

Security and Compliance:

• Ensure all payment processing systems comply with industry standards and regulations.
• Stay up-to-date with the latest fraud trends, techniques, and regulatory requirements.
• Work with legal and compliance teams to address and mitigate risks.

Collaboration and Communication:

• Collaborate with software engineers, product managers, and customer support teams to develop and implement anti-fraud features.
• Communicate complex technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders in a clear and concise manner.
• Provide training and support to internal teams on fraud prevention and detection best practices.

Documentation and Reporting:

• Create and maintain detailed documentation on fraud detection methodologies, system configurations, and response procedures.
• Generate regular reports on fraud incidents, system performance, and improvement recommendations.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
• 5+ years of experience in fraud detection
• Strong analytical skills and experience with data analysis tools and techniques.
• Proficiency in programming languages such as Python, SQL, or similar.
• Knowledge of payment processing systems and financial regulations.
• Excellent problem-solving abilities and attention to detail.
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with machine learning and AI-based fraud detection systems.

Why Join MealMe:

• Play a pivotal role in shaping the future of food ordering technology with a pioneering company.
• Work with a passionate and talented team dedicated to making a significant impact.
• Competitive salary, benefits, and equity packages.
• Flexible work environment with opportunities for remote work.
• All the tech challenges you love, with a side of food-related fun.