Co-op - Machine Learning Engineer (Analyst)

At Lendbuzz, we believe financial opportunity should be more personalized and fair. We develop innovative technologies that provide underserved and overlooked borrowers with better access to credit. From our employees to our dealers, partners, and borrowers, we’ve built a company and a culture around a resolute belief in the promise and power of diversity. We value independent and critical thinking.

We are seeking a Machine Learning Analyst to enable data-driven decision-making through the development and evaluation of machine learning models and analytical solutions. In this role, you will collaborate with data scientists and business teams to extract insights from complex datasets, improve model performance, and turn analytical results into actionable strategies. This position combines hands-on data analysis with a strong foundation in machine learning and practical business understanding. This is a full time (40 hours) co-op running from January to August, and you will be expected to be in our Boston office 3-4 times a week.

Key Responsibilities:

• Analyze large datasets to uncover patterns, trends, and insights that inform model development and business strategy
• Support the design, testing, and validation of machine learning models in collaboration with data science teams
• Monitor and tune model performance to maintain accuracy, reliability, and business relevance
• Communicate analytical findings and model behavior clearly to both technical and non-technical stakeholders

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or a related field; Master’s preferred
• Coursework or experience in Data Structures, Algorithms, Linear Algebra, Probability, and core Machine Learning/AI concepts
• Proficiency in Python and its data analysis libraries (e.g., NumPy, pandas, scikit-learn)
• Strong understanding of computer science fundamentals and machine learning principles
• Familiarity with Linux fundamentals is a plus
• A graduation date of December 2026 or later
• Be able to be in the office 3 times a week (hybrid)
• Be able to work full time (40 hours a week) during the co-op (January-August 2026)

Interview Process:

• Candidates will be assessed on their understanding of coursework, coding ability, probability, machine learning, and Linux basics

$22 - $30 an hour

We believe:

Diversity is a competitive advantage. We celebrate our differences, and are better when we have a variety of experiences, viewpoints, and backgrounds.

Compassion is a strength. We care about our customers and look to build long-term relationships with them.

Simplicity is a key feature. We work hard to make our forms and processes as painless and intuitive as possible.

Honesty and transparency are non negotiable. We incorporate these traits in all of our interactions.

Financial opportunity belongs to everyone. We work every day to improve lives by extending this opportunity.

If you believe these things too then we would love to hear from you!

We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.