Fraud Detection Specialist - Fully Remote | Upto $25/hr

About the job

Mercor connects elite creative and technical talent with leading AI research labs. Headquartered in San Francisco, our investors include Benchmark , General Catalyst , Peter Thiel , Adam D'Angelo , Larry Summers , and Jack Dorsey .

Position: Fraud Analyst – Content & Reviews Abuse
Type: Contract
Compensation: $15–$25/hour
Location: Remote
Role Responsibilities

- Investigate ambiguous cases end-to-end, turning findings into data-backed conclusions that keep user trust as the top priority.

- Pull together varied data sources and signals to trace deceptive or manipulative activity, and help design new detection experiments.

- Document findings clearly with a well-reasoned narrative backed by concrete evidence so others can act on your conclusions.

- Collaborate with product, engineering, and operations stakeholders to address evolving abuse patterns.

- Build specialized subject-matter expertise across various forms of abuse.

Qualifications

Must-Have

- Bachelor's degree in a technical discipline, or equivalent hands-on experience.

- 4+ years analyzing data—spotting trends, building summary stats, turning raw data into decisions.

- 4+ years working end-to-end on ambiguous, open-ended analytical projects.

- Comfortable with SQL and Python for analysis; strong problem-solving instincts and efficient execution.

- Strong written/verbal communication, including translating dense policy concepts into plain language.

- Track record presenting analytical findings to senior stakeholders.

- Able to produce thorough case write-ups and detailed observation notes.

Preferred

- Familiarity with how fraud/abuse evolves on online platforms over time.

- Background in program or policy management, customer/merchant experience, or business strategy.

- Exposure to content moderation, policy enforcement, customer support, or policy design.

- Sharp problem-solving and critical-thinking instincts with strong attention to detail.

- Some familiarity with AI/ML or generative AI concepts.

- CFE/ACFE certification a plus.

Application Process (Takes 20–30 mins to complete)

- Upload resume

- AI interview based on your resume

- Submit form

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