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Charlotte, NC · On-site

$111K - $134K/yr

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How much do entry level data manipulation jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 2, 2026, the average hourly pay for entry level data manipulation in the United States is $32.93, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $21.15 and $36.78 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Entry Level Data Manipulation vs Data Analyst?

AspectEntry Level Data ManipulationData Analyst
Required SkillsBasic data handling, Excel, data cleaningData visualization, statistical analysis, reporting
CertificationsNone or beginner coursesCertifications like Microsoft Excel, SQL, or Tableau
Work EnvironmentEntry-level roles in various industries, often in support teamsMore analytical roles in finance, marketing, or tech companies
Job ResponsibilitiesOrganizing and cleaning data setsInterpreting data, creating reports, providing insights

Entry Level Data Manipulation focuses on basic data handling and cleaning tasks, often as a stepping stone to more advanced roles. Data Analysts perform deeper analysis, interpret data trends, and generate reports. While both roles require familiarity with data tools, Data Analysts typically have broader analytical skills and may hold additional certifications. Understanding these differences helps job seekers target roles aligned with their skills and career goals.

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Infographic showing various Entry Level Data Manipulation job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 85% Full Time, 11% Part Time, and 3% Contract. Highlights an 86% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 11% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $68,487 per year, or $32.9 per hour.

Data Scientist - Fraud Detection

DataVisor

Mountain View, CA • On-site

Full-time

Medical, PTO

Posted 8 days ago


Job description

About DataVisor:
DataVisor is the world's leading AI-powered Fraud and Risk Platform that delivers the best overall detection coverage in the industry. With an open SaaS platform that supports easy consolidation and enrichment of any data, DataVisor's fraud and anti-money laundering (AML) solutions scale infinitely and enable organizations to act on fast-evolving fraud and money laundering activities in real time. Its patented unsupervised machine learning technology, advanced device intelligence, powerful decision engine, and investigation tools work together to provide significant performance lift from day one. DataVisor's platform is architected to support multiple use cases across different business units flexibly, dramatically lowering total cost of ownership, compared to legacy point solutions. DataVisor is recognized as an industry leader and has been adopted by many Fortune 500 companies across the globe.
Our award-winning software platform is powered by a team of world-class experts in big data, machine learning, security, and scalable infrastructure. Our culture is open, positive, collaborative, and results-driven. Come join us!
Position Overview:
We are looking for a motivated Entry-Level Data Scientist to join our Fraud Detection team. In this role, you will leverage your machine learning and data analysis skills to identify fraudulent activities, build predictive models, and uncover hidden patterns in large datasets. You will work closely with cross-functional teams to develop scalable solutions that enhance our fraud detection capabilities. This is a great opportunity to grow your skills in a fast-paced, data-driven environment while making a real impact in the fight against fraud.
Key Responsibilities:
  • Develop and deploy machine learning models for fraud detection and risk assessment.
  • Perform exploratory data analysis (EDA) to identify trends, anomalies, and patterns in transactional data.
  • Clean, preprocess, and analyze large datasets using Python and popular data science libraries (pandas, NumPy, scikit-learn, etc.).
  • Collaborate with engineering and business teams to integrate ML models into production systems.
  • Continuously monitor model performance and refine algorithms to improve accuracy.
  • Stay updated with the latest advancements in fraud detection techniques and ML/AI technologies.

Requirements
  • Master's degree in Computer Science, Data Science, Statistics, or a related quantitative field. Ph.D. degree is a plus.
  • Strong programming skills in Python and familiarity with data science libraries (NumPy, Pandas, scikit-learn, TensorFlow/PyTorch is a plus).
  • Solid understanding of machine learning algorithms (supervised/unsupervised learning, anomaly detection, classification, etc.).
  • Experience with SQL and data manipulation/analysis in large datasets.
  • Strong problem-solving skills and patience for deep-dive data exploration.
  • Prior internship or project experience in fraud modeling, risk analysis, or related fields is a plus.
  • Excellent communication skills and ability to work in a collaborative environment.

Nice to have
  • Familiarity with big data tools (Spark, Hadoop, Dask).
  • Knowledge of graph-based fraud detection techniques.
  • Experience with cloud platforms (AWS, GCP, Azure).

Benefits
PTO, Stock Option, Health Benefits