Why should you join dLocal?
dLocal enables the biggest companies in the world to collect payments in 40 countries in emerging markets. Global brands rely on us to increase conversion rates and simplify payment expansion effortlessly. As both a payments processor and a merchant of record where we operate, we make it possible for our merchants to make inroads into the world’s fastest-growing, emerging markets.
By joining us you will be a part of an amazing global team that makes it all happen, in a flexible, remote-first dynamic culture with travel, health and learning benefits, among others. Being a part of dLocal means working with 1000+ teammates from 30+ different nationalities and developing an international career that impacts millions of people’s daily lives. We are builders, we never run from a challenge, we are customer-centric, and if this sounds like you, we know you will thrive in our team.
What's the opportunity?
- We're looking for a skilled Data Analyst with at least 2 years of experience to join our Compliance team, supporting our Anti-Money Laundering (AML) and Countering the Financing of Terrorism (CFT) transaction monitoring efforts.
- In this role, you will work closely with the Compliance and Data teams to build reliable datasets, conduct analytical deep dives, support rule performance evaluations, and assist in maintaining scalable data processes across our LATAM, EMEA, and APAC Compliance operations.
- You will play a critical supporting role by providing the data, insights, and analytical foundation that enable effective decision-making in one of the company’s most important areas given our complex ecosystem operating across 45+ markets and subject to a vast regulatory and compliance landscape.
What will you be doing?
- Support analytical activities for AML/CFT and sanctions monitoring, including heuristic analyses, customer behavior insights, and evaluation of rule-based controls.
- Assist in designing and running A/B tests and other experiments to measure the effectiveness of monitoring strategies.
- Perform ad-hoc analyses, deep dives, and data investigations to answer business questions and support strategic initiatives.
- Work closely with engineering, data, and compliance teams to refine AML rules, improve data availability, and support regulatory and internal reporting needs.
- Create and maintain dashboards, reports and KPIs, ensuring information is reliable, up-to-date, and easy to understand for key business stakeholders.
- Perform ongoing monitoring of AML/CFT metrics, investigate anomalies, and assist in identifying emerging patterns or areas of improvement.
- (Nice to have) Contribute to ML-based analyses or model development, supporting senior team members working on advanced detection methodologies.
What skills do you need?
- Bachelor's or Master's degree in Data Science, Computer Science, Statistics, Engineering, Economics, or relevant experience in the field
- 2+ years of experience working with data analytics, BI, reporting or other quantitative roles, ideally in financial services, fintechs, or compliance environments.
- Strong SQL skills (preferably Athena and QuickSight) and proficiency in Python or R for data analysis.
- Experience creating and maintaining datasets, ETLs, and dashboards.
- Solid understanding of segmentation, heuristic analysis, and experimentation (A/B testing).
- Exposure to AML/CFT, transaction monitoring, or financial crime prevention is a strong plus (but not mandatory).
- Ability to communicate analytical findings clearly to key business stakeholders.
- Collaborative, detail-oriented, and comfortable supporting multiple teams simultaneously.
- (Optional) Basic knowledge of ML techniques or familiarity with tools such as scikit-learn or SageMaker.
What do we offer?
Besides the tailored benefits we have for each country, dLocal will help you thrive and go that extra mile by offering you:
- Remote work: work from anywhere or one of our offices around the globe!*
- Flexibility: we have flexible schedules and we are driven by performance.
- Fintech industry: work in a dynamic and ever-evolving environment, with plenty to build and boost your creativity.
- Referral bonus program: our internal talents are the best recruiters - refer someone ideal for a role and get rewarded.
- Learning & development: get access to a Premium Coursera subscription.
- Language classes: we provide free English, Spanish, or Portuguese classes.
- Social budget: you'll get a monthly budget to chill out with your team (in person or remotely) and deepen your connections!
- dLocal Houses: want to rent a house to spend one week anywhere in the world coworking with your team? We’ve got your back!
*For people based in Montevideo (Uruguay) applying to non-IT roles, 55% monthly attendance to the office is required
What happens after you apply?
Our Talent Acquisition team is invested in creating the best candidate experience possible, so don’t worry, you will definitely hear from us. We will review your CV and keep you posted by email at every step of the process!
