Senior Applied Scientist at Zalando

Lake Country, British Columbia, Canada

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

UnknownVisa

E-commerce, Retail, MarketingIndustries

Requirements

Masters Degree in Applied Science, Computer Science, or a similar field
At least 5 years of work experience in Machine Learning, preferably in CRM and/or Personalization
Strong ability to solve real-world problems using machine learning throughout the product cycle
Skilled at transferring scientific methods into reproducible code
Experience with developing and applying Uplift Modelling and Next Best Actions in customer communication
Profound knowledge of Python and experience handling large datasets using distributed systems like Spark
Ability to mentor mid-level team members
Team player with a collaborative spirit and a willingness to provide support
Fluent in English; basic knowledge of German is a plus

Responsibilities

Mentor mid-level Applied Scientists and Senior Data Analysts
Advance the team’s Machine Learning setup and enable customer lifecycle communication
Develop long-term solutions for research-related business problems, such as Uplift Modelling
Proactively identify areas of improvement and drive implementations
Bring solutions forward, working alongside researchers and applying their findings in real-world scenarios

Skills

Python

Spark

Machine Learning

Uplift Modelling

Next Best Actions

CRM Personalization

Distributed Systems

Zalando

European online fashion retail marketplace

About Zalando

Zalando operates as a major e-commerce platform in Europe, focusing on fashion and lifestyle products. It allows customers to shop for a wide variety of clothing, shoes, and accessories from both established and emerging brands through its website and mobile app. The platform generates revenue by selling products directly to consumers and earning commissions from third-party sellers who list their items on Zalando. A key feature of Zalando is its commitment to providing a smooth shopping experience, which includes free delivery and returns, a large selection of products, and personalized recommendations. Zalando Plus, a premium membership program, offers additional benefits like faster shipping and exclusive deals. The company distinguishes itself from competitors by investing in technology and logistics to enhance customer satisfaction and streamline operations.

Berlin, GermanyHeadquarters

2008Year Founded

$149.8MTotal Funding

IPOCompany Stage

Consumer Software, Consumer GoodsIndustries

10,001+Employees