Lead Investigator

Uber Uber · Consumer · Mexico City, Mexico · Safety, Security & Insurance

This role focuses on investigating complex fraud and internal misconduct issues for Uber's Global Investigations team. It involves managing the full lifecycle of investigations, analyzing large datasets, identifying key evidence, and collaborating with internal and external partners. The role requires strong analytical skills, knowledge of fraud and cyber-related crimes, and proficiency in tools like SQL and Python.

What you'd actually do

  1. Lead high-quality investigations into sophisticated, global threats impacting the business, executing with grit to deliver timely results.
  2. Develop actionable cases for internal business partners and external law enforcement agencies, breaking down silos to protect the ecosystem.
  3. Focus targeted investigations on Uber's highest priority threats affecting the company, its employees, and the global community.
  4. Generate concise, comprehensive case reports for stakeholders, translating complex data into macro-level insights and micro-level evidence.
  5. Translate complex technical findings into easily understandable language for diverse internal and external audiences.

Skills

Required

  • 5+ years of experience conducting fraud and criminal investigations in law enforcement or corporate settings.
  • Demonstrated proficiency in investigative interviewing and producing structured investigative reports.
  • Advanced analytical skills with the ability to analyze large datasets to identify key evidence and present findings.
  • Working knowledge of SQL and/or Python, or a commitment to develop these technical skills.
  • Established network of professional contacts across the private sector and law enforcement.
  • Ability to manage ambiguity, work effectively under pressure, and accommodate flexible hours.
  • Fluency in both English and Spanish

What the JD emphasized

  • manage large datasets
  • fraud and cyber-related crimes