Requirements
* 1+ years of experience in data science (or equivalent academic or personal projects)
* A problem-solver who enjoys thinking creatively about how data can deliver value
* A passion for building great data products and a willingness to roll up your sleeves across the data lifecycle – from pipelining to model deployment
* Experience with some of the following tools and technologies (or an eagerness to learn):
* Python and its data science ecosystem (e.g., pandas, scikit-learn, TensorFlow/PyTorch)
* Statistical methods and machine learning (e.g., A/B testing, model validation)
* Data pipelining tools like SQL, dbt, BigQuery, or Spark
* A strong communicator with the ability to communicate technical concepts into layman’s terms for a non-technical audience
* You’re not afraid to challenge the status quo if it means reaching a better outcome for our customers
* Use your excellent time management abilities to prioritise daily tasks in accordance with overarching company goals
* You’re ambitious, and eager to progress quickly to grow alongside the company
* You apply yourself to everything you do, recognising the difference that makes to the business
* You treat everyone with integrity, respect and kindness - whether it’s your colleagues, our customers, or our partners
* You’ll be a champion of our values, and encourage others to be the same
What the job involves
* We’re looking for an enthusiastic Data Scientist to join our Data team and play a pivotal role in shaping how we leverage data at Urban Jungle
* This is an exciting opportunity to work in a high-growth tech scaleup, making an impact on core business decisions and customer experiences from day one
* You’ll collaborate with our Product, Engineering, and Commercial teams to build predictive models and data-driven solutions that power everything from eligibility checks to fraud detection, pricing, and beyond
* Get to grips with our data platform and begin contributing to models that power core business decisions
* Work on projects that span multiple areas, including pricing, risk assessment, and behavioural fraud detection
* Build, deploy, and iterate on data models that bring clear and measurable value to our business
* Collaborate with Engineering, Product, and Commercial teams to deliver data-driven products that delight our customers and drive business growth
* Play a key role in developing our state-of-the-art data platform, setting the standard for best practices in data science and analytics
* Build your commercial awareness by collaborating on cross-functional projects with teams across Urban Jungle
* Join a fun, supportive, and ambitious team where your growth and well-being are a top priority
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