Machine Learning intern- Nigeria

Branch Overview

Branch delivers world-class financial services to the mobile generation, with offices in the United States, Nigeria, Kenya, Tanzania, and India. Branch is a for-profit socially conscious company that uses the power of data science to reduce the cost of delivering financial services in emerging markets. We believe that everyone everywhere deserves fair financial access. The rapid spread of smartphones presents an opportunity for the world’s emerging middle class to access banking options and achieve financial flexibility. 

Branch’s mission-driven team is led by the founder and former CEO of Kiva.org. The company presents a rich opportunity for our team members to drive meaningful growth in rapidly evolving and changing markets. Most recently, Branch announced our Series C and has garnered more than $100M in funding with investments from leading Silicon Valley firms.

We value diversity and are committed to providing an inclusive working environment where human beings of all backgrounds can thrive.

Job Overview

We are expanding our product portfolio and user base in all our markets including Nigeria, and are more than ever dependent on reliable products and services to achieve our goals. We are looking for talented interns to join us and be part of this journey.

As an ML engineering intern, you will work closely with experienced engineers at Branch and significantly contribute to our products and code base for 4-6 months. You will brainstorm, design, code, debug, and ship features serving our millions of customers while picking up skills necessary for your career.

Responsibilities

• Build out functionality for existing and new product lines and platforms such as credit, customer success, fraud, etc.
• Integrate and work with various third-party systems, including Taktile, credit bureaus, and AWS.

Qualifications

• Experience building ML applications that are more than just toy projects. Applications that have real users or an open-source project would be a great plus.
• You have a solid foundation in computer science fundamentals, ML systems, and data storage.
• Know your way through various flavours of Unix and commonly used command line utilities.
• Proficiency with at least one mainstream language like Python, Ruby, Java, etc.
• You are highly entrepreneurial. You take the initiative to solve problems before they arise. You’ve started and/or contributed to projects you’re passionate about.
• You are a great collaborator and communicator. You know that startups are a team sport. You listen to others, speak your mind, and ask the right questions.
• You are excited by the prospect of working in a distributed team and company, working with teammates from all over the world, and learning. 

Benefits of Joining

• Be part of a mission-driven, fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment fostering innovation and impact.
• Receive a competitive salary and monthly stipend, reflecting your value and contributions.
• Thrive in a collaborative, flat company culture that encourages open communication and idea-sharing.
• Enjoy the flexibility of a remote-first work setup, with opportunities for occasional in-person collaboration.
• Benefit from fully paid health insurance to support your well-being.
• Enjoy team meals and social events, both virtual and in-person, to connect and bond with colleagues.

Branch International is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The company does not and will not discriminate in employment on any basis prohibited by applicable law. We’re looking for more than just qualifications -- so if you’re unsure that you meet the criteria, please do not hesitate to apply!