Data Scientist in Barcelona

We’re looking for a talented for a Research Scientist who will play a critical role in our expansion in Europe. Your mission will be to design and implement algorithms and predictive models to drive Stuart’s growth. Based in our office in sunny Barcelona, you will be joining a growing team of successful entrepreneurs and alumni from Uber, Yahoo and BCG.

What you will do?

Work within the Data Science team in an extremely versatile environment dealing with problems that space on different areas of the company. Example of projects treated by the team includes, but are not limited to: dealing with prediction and forecasting using geo-spatial data, improve critical business needs sustained by statistical analysis, ranking problems and algorithms related to the dispatch logic.

The candidate is expected to understand business needs and translate them in advanced actionable mathematical models. This role is crucial in leading last-mile logistics and driving strategical business decisions that optimise cost and impact the life of many. Therefore, strong mathematical skills are expected as well as an understanding of how proposed solutions should be implemented in practice.

What we are looking for in you?

2 - 4 years of experience

PhD in Machine Learning, Mathematics, Statistics, Physics or similar

Theoretical and practical knowledge of Machine Learning and Data Mining

Experience in Recommender Systems, Ranking Problems and Predictive Models

Proven experience with Python, R and/or Scala for statistical analysis, modeling and evaluation of algorithms and prototypes

Proven experience with distributed systems framework such as Hadoop, PIG, Hive, Spark or similar big-data technologies

The icing on the cake?

Very attractive compensation package

Have a real impact

Awesome work environment at a company with a huge vision

Be right there from the start of a success story

Extras like flexible working hours, catered lunch, gym membership, private health insurance…