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Freelance Data Scientist Risk Jobs in Phoenix, AZ

Champions Funding LLC

Data Scientist

Gilbert, AZ · On-site

Requirements: * Bachelor's degree required in Mathematics, Data Science, Computer Science ... Familiarity with model governance, model risk management, compliance, or regulatory frameworks is a ...

Prosper

Data Scientist, Credit Risk Analytics

Phoenix, AZ · On-site

$129 - $179/hr

Your role in our mission Prosper is seeking a Data Scientist under the Credit Risk Analytics vertical. You will become a core contributor with machine learning expertise in the credit risk team ...

Oscar Health

Data Scientist II

Tempe, AZ · Hybrid

$131K - $172K/yr

... risk, build higher-performing provider networks, and create a standout consumer experience in our ... As a Data Scientist II you will drive data science projects across multiple teams and domains. In ...

Oscar Health

Data Scientist II

Tempe, AZ · On-site

$131K - $172K/yr

... risk, build higher-performing provider networks, and create a standout consumer experience in our ... As a Data Scientist II you will drive data science projects across multiple teams and domains. In ...

Oscar Health

Data Scientist II

Tempe, AZ · Hybrid

$131K - $172K/yr

... risk, build higher-performing provider networks, and create a standout consumer experience in our ... As a Data Scientist II you will drive data science projects across multiple teams and domains. In ...

Lifekind Health

Data Scientist

Scottsdale, AZ · On-site

$80K - $120K/yr

Clinical risk stratification * Patient adherence forecasting * Providerutilizationand throughput prediction * Perform feature engineering using clinical, operational, and financial data * Experiment ...

1872 Consulting

Data Scientist

Tempe, AZ · On-site

Card Opportunities, Portfolio management, Value at risk, Card Explorer, Spend program etc.Data ... Partnering with other data scientists/business analysts to make them familiar with the transformed ...

1872 Consulting

Data Scientist

Tempe, AZ · On-site

Card Opportunities, Portfolio management, Value at risk, Card Explorer, Spend program etc.Data ... Partnering with other data scientists/business analysts to make them familiar with the transformed ...

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Data Scientist (AHL)

Tempe, AZ · On-site

As a Data Scientist (potential uplevel to Sr. Data Scientist for the right experience) , you'll ... Excellent risk modeling and analytic skills. * Proficient coding skills in SQL and Python/R.

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Data Scientist (AHL)

Tempe, AZ · On-site

$140K - $160K/yr

As a Data Scientist (potential uplevel to Sr. Data Scientist for the right experience) , you'll ... Excellent risk modeling and analytic skills. * Proficient coding skills in SQL and Python/R.

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Data Scientist (AHL)

Tempe, AZ · On-site

$140K - $160K/yr

As a Data Scientist (potential uplevel to Sr. Data Scientist for the right experience) , you'll ... Excellent risk modeling and analytic skills. * Proficient coding skills in SQL and Python/R.

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Data Scientist (AHL)

Tempe, AZ · On-site

$140K - $160K/yr

As a Data Scientist (potential uplevel to Sr. Data Scientist for the right experience) , you'll ... Excellent risk modeling and analytic skills. * Proficient coding skills in SQL and Python/R.

Master Electronics

Data Scientist II

Phoenix, AZ · On-site

As a Data Scientist , you'll be a key contributor in designing, building, and evaluating data ... Exposure to industry-specific domains such as ecommerce, marketing analytics, risk/fraud, supply ...

Master Electronics

Data Scientist II

Phoenix, AZ · On-site

As a Data Scientist , you'll be a key contributor in designing, building, and evaluating data ... Exposure to industry-specific domains such as ecommerce, marketing analytics, risk/fraud, supply ...

USAA

Senior Marketing Data Scientist

Phoenix, AZ · On-site

Develops and deploys models within the Model Development Control (MDC) and Model Risk Management ... Serves as a mentor to junior data scientists in modeling, analytics, and computer science tasks.

Master Electronics

Data Scientist II

Phoenix, AZ · On-site

As a Data Scientist , you'll be a key contributor in designing, building, and evaluating data ... Exposure to industry-specific domains such as ecommerce, marketing analytics, risk/fraud, supply ...

PayPal

Sr Data Scientist

Scottsdale, AZ · On-site

$123K - $183K/yr

We also help merchants connect with their customers, process exchanges and returns, and manage risk ... Drive best practices in data science. * Ensure data quality and integrity in all processes.

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How much do freelance data scientist risk jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 22, 2026, the average yearly pay for freelance data scientist risk in Phoenix, AZ is $121,868.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $97,800.00 and $135,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Freelance Data Scientist Risk vs Freelance Data Analyst Risk?

AspectFreelance Data Scientist RiskFreelance Data Analyst Risk
Required CredentialsAdvanced degrees in data science, statistics, or related fields; certifications like CAP, DASCABachelor's or master's in data analysis, statistics, or related fields; certifications like Microsoft Data Analyst Associate
Work EnvironmentComplex modeling, predictive analytics, machine learning projectsData cleaning, reporting, visualization, basic statistical analysis
Employer & Industry UsageConsulting firms, finance, healthcare, tech companiesBusiness intelligence, marketing, finance, healthcare

Freelance Data Scientist Risk focuses on advanced analytics and predictive modeling, requiring specialized skills and certifications. Freelance Data Analyst Risk handles data reporting and visualization, often with less technical depth. Both roles serve different client needs but share a focus on risk-related data analysis.

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Infographic showing various Freelance Data Scientist Risk job openings in Phoenix, AZ as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 100% Full Time. Highlights an 75% In-person, and 25% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $121,868 per year, or $58.6 per hour.

Data Scientist

Champions Funding LLC

Gilbert, AZ • On-site

Full-time

Posted 28 days ago

Job description

Description:

• Design, develop, and evaluate machine learning, statistical, and predictive models to solve complex business challenges across multiple departments.
• Apply modern artificial intelligence and machine learning techniques, including large language models (LLMs), generative AI, and advanced analytics, to automate processes, enhance decision-making, and generate business insights.
• Translate business objectives into well-defined analytical, statistical, and machine learning solutions that deliver measurable business value.
• Analyze large, complex datasets to identify trends, patterns, opportunities, and operational improvements.
• Partner with data engineering, IT, and business teams to develop scalable data pipelines and deploy machine learning models into production environments.
• Evaluate data quality, model performance, and AI system limitations while ensuring responsible, ethical, and practical implementation of predictive models.
• Present analytical findings, recommendations, and technical concepts clearly to executive leadership and both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Develop, monitor, and optimize predictive models, ensuring ongoing performance, accuracy, and reliability through continuous improvement.
• Stay current with emerging technologies, AI advancements, machine learning methodologies, and data science best practices to identify opportunities for innovation.
• Collaborate across departments to support strategic initiatives, business intelligence projects, forecasting, automation, and operational optimization.
• Maintain thorough documentation of models, methodologies, assumptions, and development processes to support transparency, reproducibility, and governance.
• Support ad hoc analytical projects and provide data-driven recommendations that improve business performance and operational efficiency.

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree required in Mathematics, Data Science, Computer Science, Engineering, Physics, or another quantitative discipline; advanced degree preferred.
• Strong technical foundation in statistics, predictive modeling, machine learning algorithms, and programming languages such as Python and SQL.
• Demonstrated experience working with modern AI technologies, including deep learning, large language models (LLMs), generative AI, MLOps, or related machine learning frameworks.
• Experience developing, deploying, and maintaining machine learning models in production environments.
• Strong understanding of cloud computing platforms and modern data science tools and technologies.
• Ability to evaluate model performance, balance trade-offs between accuracy, interpretability, speed, and risk, and apply sound judgment in ambiguous situations.
• Experience communicating complex technical concepts to business leaders and collaborating effectively with cross-functional teams.
• Experience within financial services, mortgage lending, or other highly regulated industries preferred.
• Familiarity with model governance, model risk management, compliance, or regulatory frameworks is a plus.