[Hiring] Senior Data Scientist @Map of Ag

Role Description

We are recruiting an experienced Senior Data Scientist to join our data analytics team. You will lead complex data initiatives and play a key role in shaping our analytical capabilities, leading project delivery, mentoring other data scientists, and making sure our data solutions are industry-leading, robust, scalable and impactful.

• Lead the design and implementation of analytical models and processes across key projects.
• Direct the technical aspects of your projects, including selection of tools, implementation methodology and processes, to ensure successful delivery.
• Guide other members of the analytics team through code reviews, technical direction and support, acting as their point of contact for technical questions.
• Efficiently process and mine large datasets from a range of sources using intelligent criteria and mapping rules.
• Manipulate data and build and maintain models that add value and generate key performance indicators.
• Work closely with Product and Client Services to align analytics outputs with business needs.
• Ensure clear documentation and effective communication of findings and recommendations.

Qualifications

• 4+ years' experience in a data science or applied analytics role, with clearly demonstrated progression in responsibilities.
• Experience solving domain-specific problems, preferably in agriculture or sustainability.
• Ability to work effectively within an agile team environment, with evidence of excellent organisational, documentation and project management skills.
• Strong Python and MS Excel capabilities.
• Knowledge of JavaScript, R, SQL, VBA, git, machine learning or optimisation algorithms preferred but not essential.
• Experience developing technical solutions with AI harnesses such as Claude Code, Cursor or Codex.
• Ability to utilise statistical and data analysis methodologies to extract hidden insights from large, complex datasets, with excellent attention to detail.
• Mechanistic or empirical modelling experience is desirable.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to liaise with a variety of colleagues and stakeholders, including account managers and software developers.
• STEM degree or equivalent professional experience required.