About the role:
We are looking for a Data Scientist to join our team in the Banking sector being responsible for end to end delivery of AI, BI & Advanced analytics solutions, data governance and quality.
Location & Work Setup:
The position is based in the Bucharest Office, near Grozavesti metro station, with a flexible hybrid way of working.
Responsibilities:
- Uncover patterns and hidden relationships within large datasets, empowering strategic and operational decision-making
- Design and implement machine learning and AI techniques to transform raw data into actionable insights that address business challenges and opportunities
- Effectively convey insights and the impact of analytical models to stakeholders through clear visualizations, reports, and presentations
- Advocate for the strategic use of data across the organization, fostering a data-driven culture through education, collaboration, and communication
- Build and maintain efficient, scalable data pipelines and workflows within the Databricks platform to support real-time and batch data processing
- Continuously explore advancements in machine learning, AI, and big data technologies to enhance analytical capabilities and bring innovative solutions to the organization
What are we looking for:
- Strong background in Mathematics, Statistics, Data Science, or related field (MSc/PhD preferred)
- 5+ years of experience in machine learning, data science, or AI project delivery
- Proficiency in Python, PySpark, SQL, and Databricks
- Solid understanding of ML algorithms (tree-based, linear models, clustering, anomaly detection, recommendation systems, etc.)
- Ability to communicate complex technical concepts to both technical and non-technical audiences
- Strong organizational skills and experience working with cross-functional teams
- Exposure to banking/financial services data is a strong advantage
Nice-to-have:
- Familiarity with MLOps practices (MLflow, CI/CD for ML)