Data Scientist (Senior/Lead) - Retail Demand Forecasting

At o9 Solutions, our mission is clear: be the Most Valuable Platform (MVP) for enterprises. With our AI-driven platform the o9 Digital Brain we integrate global enterprises siloed planning capabilities, helping them capture millions and, in some cases, billions of dollars in value leakage. But our impact doesnt stop there. Businesses that plan better and faster also reduce waste, which drives better outcomes for the planet, too. We're on the lookout for the brightest, most committed individuals to join us on our mission. Along the journey, well provide you with a nurturing environment where you can be part of something truly extraordinary and make a real difference for companies and the planet What youll do for us: Apply a variety of machine learning techniques (clustering, regression, ensemble learning, neural nets, time series, optimizations etc.) to their real-world advantages/drawbacksDevelop and/or optimize models for demand sensing/forecasting, optimization (Heuristic, LP, GA etc), Anomaly detection, Simulation and stochastic models, Market Intelligence etc.Use latest advancements in AI/ML to solve business problemsAnalyze problems by synthesizing complex information, evaluating alternate methods, and articulating the result with the relevant assumptions/reasonsApplication of common business metrics (Forecast Accuracy, Bias, MAPE) and the ability to generate new ones as needed.Develop or optimize modules to call web services for real time integration with externa systemsWork collaboratively with Clients, Project Management, Solution Architects, Consultants and Data Engineers to ensure successful delivery of o9 projects What youll have: Experience: 4+ Years of experience in time series forecasting in scale using heuristic-based hierarchical best-fit models using algorithms like exponential smoothing, ARIMA, prophet and custom parameter tuning.Experience in applied analytical methods in the field of Supply chain and planning, like demand planning, supply planning, market intelligence, optimal assortments/pricing/inventory etc.Should be from a statistical background.Education: Bachelors Degree in Computer Science, Mathematics, Statistics, Economics, Engineering or related fieldLanguages: Python and/or R for Data ScienceSkills: Deep Knowledge of statistical and machine learning algorithms, building scalable ML frameworks, identifying and collecting relevant input data, feature engineering, tuning, and testing.Characteristics: Independent thinkers Strong presentation and communications skillsWe really value team spirit: Transparency and frequent communication is key. At o9, this is not limited by hierarchy, distance, or function. Nice to have: Experience with SQL, databases and ETL tools or similar is optional but preferredExposure to distributed data/computing tools: Map/Reduce, Hadoop, Hive, Spark, Gurobi, or related Big Data technologiesExperience with Deep Learning frameworks such as Keras, Tensorflow or PyTorch is preferableExperience in implementing planning applications will be a plusUnderstanding of Supply Chain Concepts will be preferableMasters Degree in Computer Science, Applied Mathematics, Statistics, Engineering, Business Analytics, Operations, or related field What well do for you Competitive salary with stock options to eligible candidatesFlat organization: With a very strong entrepreneurial culture (and no corporate politics)Great people and unlimited fun at workPossibility to make a difference in a scale-up environment.Opportunity to travel onsite in specific phases depending on project requirements.Support network: Work with a team you can learn from everyday.Diversity: We pride ourselves on our international working environment.Work-Life Balance: https://youtu.be/IHSZeUPATBA feature=sharedFeel part of A team: https://youtu.be/QbjtgaCyhes feature=shared How the process works Apply by clicking the button belowYoull be contacted by our recruiter, wholl fill you in on all things at o9, give you some background about the role and get to know you. Theyll contact you either via video call or phone call - whatever you prefer.During the interview phase, you will meet with technical panels for 60 minutes. The recruiter will contact you after the interview to let you know if wed like to progress your application.We will have 2 rounds of Technical discussion followed by a Hiring Manager discussion.Our recruiter will let you know if youre the successful candidate. Good luck! More about us o9 Solutions is one of the fastest-growing technology companies in the world today. Our mission is to digitally transform planning and decision-making for the enterprise and the planet. Our culture is high-energy and drives us to aim 10x in everything we do. Our platform, the o9 Digital Brain, is the premier AI-powered, cloud-native platform driving the digital transformations of major global enterprises including Google, Walmart, ABInBev, Starbucks and many At o9 So