Amey Farde
About Amey Farde
Amey Farde is a Product Lead specializing in Machine Learning Platforms and Data Science at Sift, where he has worked since 2022. He has a background in engineering and extensive experience in product management within the fintech sector, having previously held positions at JPMorgan Chase & Co., Walmart eCommerce, and Rolls-Royce.
Current Role at Sift
Amey Farde serves as the Product Lead for the Machine Learning Platform and Data Science at Sift since 2022. In this role, he focuses on developing innovative solutions to enhance fraud prevention capabilities. He played a key role in launching new automation orchestration capabilities aimed at improving business control in fraud prevention. His work involves leveraging machine learning and data science to create effective strategies that address complex challenges in the fintech industry.
Previous Experience at JPMorgan Chase & Co.
Before joining Sift, Amey Farde worked at JPMorgan Chase & Co. as an Assistant Vice President in Payments Fraud Strategy from 2016 to 2019. In this position, he contributed to the development of strategies to mitigate fraud risks in payment processes. His experience in this role provided him with a strong foundation in fraud prevention and risk management within the financial services sector.
Educational Background
Amey Farde holds a Bachelor of Engineering (B.E.) in Mechanical Engineering from Savitribai Phule Pune University, where he studied from 2006 to 2010. He furthered his education by obtaining a Master of Science (M.S.) in Industrial Engineering from Penn State University, completing his studies from 2010 to 2012. This educational background equips him with a solid understanding of engineering principles and analytical skills applicable to product development in technology.
Career Progression in Product Management
Amey Farde has a diverse career in product management, with significant roles across various companies. He worked as a Senior Product Manager for Data Platform and Risk Modeling at Sift from 2021 to 2022 and as a Senior Product Manager for Payments and Identity Fraud Risk at Walmart eCommerce from 2019 to 2021. His experience spans multiple industries, including manufacturing and agriculture, where he held positions at Rolls-Royce and Syngenta, respectively.
Expertise in Product Development
Amey Farde possesses expertise in building products from the ground up, particularly in the fintech space. He utilizes data-driven approaches and has experience implementing agile methodologies, specifically scrum, to enhance product management and execution. His collaborative work across business strategy, operations, compliance, and technical areas like Payments Engineering and Data Science demonstrates his ability to integrate diverse functions in product development.