Data Science Manager - Platforms and Core Capabilities (Metaheuristics)
About the role
We have an exciting opportunity for an experienced Operational Research Data Science Manager with strong Metaheuristics experience to join our team!
About the Team
Here at Tesco, we focus on solving complex business problems and developing data products that can be deployed at scale to our customers. Our work spans multiple areas including Stores, Online, Fulfilment, Marketing, and Clubcard. We encourage rotation amongst our Data Scientists to apply their skills to different business challenges and gain deeper levels of subject matter expertise.
Our core work involves developing data products that can be deployed at scale both internally and externally. On any day you could be supporting the automation of decision-making across the business; optimising processes for key business objectives; or conducting deep-dive exploratory analysis to inform strategic decision-making.
You will be responsible for
* Owning the technical domain and leading technical engagements with multiple business units.
* Line managing Data Scientists and mentoring the wider operational research team in best approaches to optimisation problems and the development of Metaheuristics.
* Defining the strategic direction the team should take, trading off between contradicting priorities.
* Translating ambiguous business challenges into data science problems and applications.
* Managing, guiding, and mentoring the team in their daily work, helping unblock technical challenges and ensuring alignment with the technical vision.
* Communicating complex solutions in a clear, understandable way to non-experts.
* Working end-to-end on Data Science developments, contributing to all aspects of the project lifecycle resulting in productionised data products.
* Scientifically analysing and evaluating the effectiveness of different approaches to guide future development and track the value created by the team.
* Promoting data science across Tesco, and promoting Tesco across the external Data Science community.
You will need
Skills relevant for the job
* Specialist knowledge of Metaheuristics.
* Experience working as a Senior Data Scientist or Data Science Manager within a commercial environment; retail industry knowledge is a plus.
* Knowledge of additional domains such as Simulation, Machine Learning, Deep Learning, Forecasting, NLP, and Statistics is a plus.
* Experience leading or working on highly technical Data Science developments involving multiple stakeholders in areas of scheduling, vehicle routing, and bin-packing.
* Experience with different programming languages and a high level of capability in at least one language, preferably Python.
* Ability to influence senior technical and non-technical stakeholders on technical topics.
* Experience coaching/mentoring others in technical approaches.
* Experience partnering with technology teams to productionise developments and roll out at scale.
* Experience designing and implementing reusable components for metaheuristic algorithmic development.
What's in it for you
We're all about the little helps. That's why we offer our colleagues a comprehensive benefits package. These include:
* Annual bonus scheme of up to 20% of base salary.
* Holiday starting at 25 days plus a personal day (plus Bank holidays).
* Buy holiday salary sacrifice scheme (for salaried roles).
* Private medical insurance.
* Retirement savings plan - save between 4% and 7.5% and Tesco will match your contribution.
* Life Assurance - 5 x contractual pay.
* 26 weeks maternity and adoption leave (after 1 year's service) at full pay, followed by 13 weeks of Statutory Maternity Pay or Statutory Adoption Pay; we also offer 4 weeks fully paid paternity leave.
* The right to request flexible working from your first day with us.
* Free 24/7 virtual GP service and Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) for you and your family.
* A Colleague Clubcard for you & a family member (after 3 months of service).
* Great colleague deals and discounts.
* Access to our colleague networks providing a space for colleagues to come together from a range of backgrounds.
* Ongoing learning opportunities and award-winning training.
About us
Our vision at Tesco is to become every customer's favourite way to shop, whether they are at home or on the move. We are proud to have an inclusive culture at Tesco where everyone truly feels able to be themselves. We're committed to creating a workplace where differences are valued and ensure that all colleagues are given the same opportunities.
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