Technical Research Consultant

To support the Identity Verification Product team, the remote Technical Research Consultant will conduct hands-on research to identify and evaluate providers and data sources, test APIs, and document regulatory constraints while providing clear recommendations backed by prototypes and thorough research over a three-to-six month consulting engagement. Key responsibilities Identify and evaluate identity verification providers and data sources, focusing on regional options and market-specific requirements Integrate and test third-party APIs, building proof-of-concept applications to assess integration complexity and functionality Document regulatory and operational constraints while maintaining a structured view of provider coverage and monitoring changes in the identity verification landscape Required qualifications Strong hands-on experience with third-party APIs and SDKs, capable of developing tests independently Proficiency in Python, JavaScript/TypeScript, and familiarity with REST/JSON and API authentication methods Excellent technical research skills with the ability to differentiate between vendor claims and verified evidence Experience in translating business questions into structured evaluation criteria and producing concise technical documentation Prior experience in identity verification, KYC/KYB, fraud prevention, or related fields is preferred