Strategy & Operations Associate, Optimization at Via

Berlin, Berlin, Germany

Via Logo
Not SpecifiedCompensation
Junior (1 to 2 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Transportation, MobilityIndustries

Requirements

  • Analytically skilled and excited to optimize transport services for riders, drivers, and partners
  • Meticulous and vigilant, effective at managing multiple tasks simultaneously and comfortable taking on responsibility
  • Able to relate to a wide range of stakeholders and understand how decisions affect them
  • Interested in the commercial aspects of building and growing a scale-up, keeping the bigger picture in mind
  • Comfortable writing programs and queries using Python and SQL (or similar languages) to analyze data and automate processes - ideally with experience in Tableau or similar reporting software
  • 1-2 years of work or internship experience in operations, product management, software development, analytics, and/or AI related fields
  • Fluent in English (C1+) with advanced proficiency in German (B2+)

Responsibilities

  • Act as the analytical sparring partner of General Managers: identify, prioritize, and develop data-driven solutions to address operational challenges and improve service efficiency
  • Design, scope, and implement internally used software with the existing tech stack or using new tools when needed
  • Conduct data-driven reports and analyses, derive hypotheses to improve service (including supply planning, service quality, and unit economics optimization)
  • Work closely with data science and product teams to further develop tech products and algorithms supporting supply planning and economics
  • Collaboratively contribute to the strategic scaling of a high-growth company
  • Support daily operations of Via's mobility services across the DACH region by optimizing or automating day-to-day processes, operations, and supply plans
  • Identify opportunities and operational pain points, use state-of-the-art technologies to develop and deploy new software or improve and maintain existing tools or reports

Skills

Data Analytics
SQL
Programming
Automation
Process Optimization
Supply Planning
Unit Economics
Data Reporting

Via

Digital transportation solutions and network optimization

About Via

Via improves transportation systems by creating efficient digital networks for various clients, including urban and rural residents, corporate employees, students, and patients. Their TransitTech technology offers flexible mobility solutions that enhance convenience and efficiency while reducing costs, especially in student transit. Via also provides planning and scheduling services through their Remix platform, along with the Citymapper for Cities app, which offers insights to strengthen transit networks. The company's goal is to leverage digital technology to enhance transportation efficiency and improve the overall rider experience.

New York City, New YorkHeadquarters
2012Year Founded
$862.9MTotal Funding
LATE_VCCompany Stage
Automotive & Transportation, Consulting, HealthcareIndustries
1,001-5,000Employees

Benefits

Competitive salaries and equity packages.
Health and wellness benefits.
Local volunteer opportunities.
Support for all new parents.
Learning opportunities through our Via-Versity.
Employee Resource Groups.

Risks

Increased competition from AI-integrated transit solutions could challenge Via's market position.
Potential regulatory scrutiny may complicate Via's acquisition of Citymapper.
Expansion in underserved zones may face logistical challenges or community pushback.

Differentiation

Via transforms rigid transit systems into dynamic, on-demand networks.
Via's TransitTech serves diverse clients, from urban dwellers to rural residents.
Via's Citymapper for Cities app provides comprehensive passenger insights.

Upsides

Via's partnership with King County Metro addresses first- and last-mile transit needs.
Microtransit pilot programs with Summit County highlight Via's innovative solutions.
Via's potential acquisition of Citymapper could enhance its Mobility as a Service offerings.

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