[Hiring] Data Scientist @Nextail

Role Description

We are seeking a Data Scientist with experience to join our Data Science team. This new team member will play a crucial role in developing data science solutions from conception to implementation as we continue to enhance the world of retail and make it more sustainable.

At Nextail, we empower retailers to create better experiences while using fewer of the world's resources by selling more with less inventory. Nextail’s cloud-based platform uses artificial intelligence, prescriptive analytics, and optimization to deliver agile merchandising decisions.

To date, we are working with global retailers like River Island, Guess, Flying Tiger, or Pepe Jeans.

Key Responsibilities

• Developing Solutions: Contributing to the development of data science solutions from idea to maturity, with a main focus on demand forecasting and optimization models.
• Collaborating: Working closely with product managers, developers, data engineers, and business experts to solve end-to-end problems.
• Applying Techniques: Utilizing data science techniques including ML, SQL, optimization, simulation, and visualization to address business challenges.
• Learning and Growing: Embracing a culture of continuous learning and growth, staying up-to-date with the latest methodologies and best practices in data science.
• Analyzing and Communicating: Analyzing and understanding complex data, extracting insights, and effectively communicating findings to stakeholders.
• Supporting Operations: Monitoring models in production, measuring their impact on the business, and iterating to improve performance over time.

Qualifications

• Experience: At least 3-4 years of experience working as a data scientist, or in a related field.
• Education: Background in computer science or a related field.
• Programming Skills: Proficiency in programming languages, Python is a must. Solid understanding of software engineering best practices, including GIT and CI/CD.
• Technologies: Familiarity with tools such as Notebooks, Databricks, databases, and Snowflake (a plus).
• Machine Learning: Experience in deploying machine learning models in production (our main operating model is LightGBM).
• Language Skills: High proficiency in English.
• Adaptability: Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and willingness to learn new technologies and methodologies.

Benefits

• A highly innovative and fast-paced environment with a mix of business profiles, IT geeks, data scientists, and fashion enthusiasts.
• High flexibility: Empowered to organize time as they see fit without jeopardizing the time or work of colleagues.
• Remote-first philosophy: A mix of remote and/or office-based environments around the world.
• Diversity on all levels: Work alongside tech geniuses, data science magicians, and fashionistas.
• The laptop of your choice: Work with the tools that are most comfortable for you!
• Flexible compensation plan: Competitive salary as well as company equity.
• Learning allowance: A dedicated individual budget for training and self-development to enhance your skillset.

Company Description

Nextail is an equal-opportunity employer. We are committed to fostering an inclusive environment regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, gender, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, or veteran status.

What makes Nextail, Nextail? Our values guide how we work, grow, and succeed together:

• From Start to Success – We own it from start to finish.
• Their Shoes, Our Path – Customer success guides our path.
• Nextcellence – We raise the bar every day.
• We Care – People matter here.
• Less, and Better – Simple solutions, real impact.
• Speak Freely, Listen Openly – Open minds. Honest conversations.