Lead Data Scientist - Clickpost | Scrabble & Jigsaw
Job Description
What you will do:<br /> • End-to-End Project Leadership: Own the complete life cycle of data science<br /> initiatives, from ideation and data collection to model development, deployment, and<br /> performance monitoring.<br /> • Hands-On Development: Actively engage in coding and development, employing<br /> advanced programming skills to build, test, and refine predictive models and<br /> machine learning algorithms.<br /> • Team Leadership and Development: Lead and expand the data science team,<br /> directly participating in the recruitment, mentorship, and professional development<br /> processes to build a high-performing team.<br /> • Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work closely with engineering, product, and<br /> operations teams to ensure seamless integration of data science solutions into our<br /> platform, driving significant improvements in logistics operations.<br /> • Innovation and Best Practices: Champion the adoption of state-of-the-art data<br /> science methodologies, tools, and best practices, maintaining our competitive edge<br /> in the logistics tech sector.<br /> • Strategic Influence: Present data-driven insights and recommendations to senior<br /> management and stakeholders, playing a critical role in shaping the strategic<br /> direction of the company.<br /> What You will Need to Succeed:<br /> • Master's or Ph.D. in Computer Science, Statistics, Mathematics, or a related field.<br /> • Over 8 years of experience in data science, including hands-on expertise in<br /> statistical modelling, machine learning, and analytics.<br /> • Demonstrated ability in leading data science projects from conception through<br /> implementation and evaluation, with a portfolio of successful initiatives.<br /> • Proficiency in programming languages such as Python or R and familiarity with<br /> data science and machine learning frameworks (e.g., TensorFlow, PyTorch).<br /> • Strong leadership qualities, with at least 3 years of experience in managing and<br /> developing data science teams.<br /> • Exceptional problem-solving skills and the ability to work autonomously, taking<br /> initiative in high-stakes scenarios.<br /> • Excellent communication skills, capable of explaining complex technical details to<br /> non-technical stakeholders.<br /> Perks & Benefits<br /> We are committed to offering competitive benefits programs for all our employees<br /> and enhancing our programs when necessary.<br /> • Competitive salary package with performance-based bonuses.<br /> • Comprehensive health insurance coverage for you and your dependents.<br /> • Flexible working hours with Hybrid work arrangement.<br /> • Generous vacation and time off.<br /> • Continuous learning and professional development opportunities.<br /> • Employee assistance program for mental health and well-being support.<br /> • Supportive and inclusive work culture promoting diversity and collaboration