




Job Summary: You will be responsible for developing machine learning models to support business strategy, defining and modeling business problems, and performing ad hoc analyses to enrich predictive models. Key Highlights: 1. Develop machine learning classification models 2. Lead challenging, dynamic, and innovative projects 3. Be the protagonist of your own development in an environment full of opportunities At Mercado Libre, we are democratizing commerce and financial services to transform people's lives across Latin America. Join us in this mission! Our Fintech business offers a comprehensive value proposition across the region, aiming to democratize financial services and meet the needs of over 60 million users. We provide an online platform enabling merchants to receive payments for electronic sales conducted both within and outside Mercado Libre, as well as QR code-based solutions and Point-of-Sale (POS) devices for in-person transactions. For millions of merchants, entrepreneurs, and professionals, we enable secure transaction processing through more than 50 payment methods across Latin America. Additionally, we offer free access to a digital account that allows users to pay, send, and receive money; generate income; and use cards for purchases or cash withdrawals. Through Mercado Crédito, we extend credit to meet the needs of our service recipients and empower businesses selling on our platform. **We’re looking for people who:** * Embody entrepreneurial energy, are driven by curiosity, never give up, and focus on surpassing their own limits. * Give their absolute best because they love working with commitment and dedication. * Embrace change as opportunity and learn from their mistakes. * Prioritize excellence in execution as the way to get things done. * Foster an inclusive environment and positive workplace culture—for both Meli colleagues and the business. * Know how to build alongside others and enjoy collaborating in teams. Imagine leading challenging, dynamic, and innovative projects—and being responsible for: * Developing machine learning classification models, which serve as one of the primary tools underpinning our business strategy. * Identifying optimal cut-off points and supporting the definition of credit policy. * Defining and modeling business problems, generating model features and targets. * Conducting ad hoc analyses of payment suspension cases to understand specific characteristics and enrich predictive models—aligned with cutting-edge methodologies used in the industry. **Requirements:** * Proficiency in technologies such as SQL, Python, and machine learning. * Knowledge of statistics and credit risk is desirable. * Basic Spanish proficiency is essential to communicate with your direct leadership. **What we offer you:** * The opportunity to join an entrepreneurial company where we love thinking big and long-term. * The chance to be the protagonist of your own development in an environment rich in opportunity, learning, growth, expansion, and challenging projects. * The ability to share knowledge and learn collaboratively with outstanding professionals and experts. * An excellent work environment—with everything needed to experience the great feeling of working at a company consistently recognized across multiple categories as a Great Place to Work. Mercado Libre does not contact candidates offering job opportunities in exchange for monetary payments. All open positions are available on our careers website. If you receive any requests for money, please be cautious!


