Delivery Hero

local delivery platform

SeniorDataScientist

Barcelona, Spain FULL TIME
Market Sentiment
HIGH DEMAND

Neural analysis suggests this role is
optimal for mid candidates.

The Brief

“Senior Data Scientist at Delivery Hero. Skills: Data Science, Machine Learning, Experimentation, predictive and prescriptive algorithms, recommendations and personalization engines. Develop, test, and productionize predictive and prescriptive algorithms using state-of-the-art machine learning, statistical inference, and optimization models. Evaluate algorithms through controlled offline and online experiments”

What You'll Achieve.

optimize Glovo’s user retention and loyalty; drive millions of euros annually in incremental revenue; maximize user engagement, retention, and overall lifetime value

Industry & Context.

local delivery platform

What They're Looking For.

Must Have

Deep theoretical and applied knowledge in at least one of the following areas: traditional machine learning, statistical modeling, causal inference and deep learning, Extensive experience with the end-to-end predictive/prescriptive model development cycle, from problem definition to productionalization and maintenance, data modeling and SQL skills, Familiarity with orchestration tools (Airflow, Luigi, Dagster) and cloud infrastructures (GCP, AWS, Azure), Extensive experience using the Python ML and DS ecosystem, Excellent verbal and written communication in English, Working knowledge of agile development, Change management skills and adaptability in a fast-paced environment, presentation skills in communicating with experts and non-experts alike

Nice to Have

Experience in building recommendation systems at scale, PhD in a scientific discipline such as Computer Science, Mathematics, Statistics, Economics, or a related field

What You'll Do.

and productionize predictive and prescriptive algorithms using state-of-the-art machine learning

statistical inference

and optimization models

Evaluate algorithms through controlled offline and online experiments

Contribute to building our models for personalized recommendations

Guide and mentor junior team members

Act as a reference for system architecture

Stay on top of new technologies and industry trends in data science

and retention strategies

Promote best-in-class standards

How You'll Work.

Team & Collaboration

Work in cross-functional teams across disciplines such as product, engineering and design; collaborate with stakeholders and senior management from diverse backgrounds

Communication Scope

Excellent verbal and written communication in English; presentation skills in communicating with experts and non-experts alike

Full Job Description

Glovo is part of the Delivery Hero Group, the world’s pioneering local delivery platform, our mission is to deliver an amazing experience—fast, easy, and to your door. We operate in around 70 countries worldwide. Headquartered in Berlin, Germany. Delivery Hero has been listed on the Frankfurt Stock Exchange since 2017 and is part of the MDAX stock market index. YOUR MISSION We are looking for a talented and passionate Data Scientist to join the Data team in our Barcelona HQ. Data Science, Machine Learning, and Experimentation are key drivers of Glovo’s customer engagement strategy. Data scientists own the core models that optimize Glovo’s user retention and loyalty. These include our recommendations and personalization engines, which drive millions of euros annually in incremental revenue. As a Data Scientist, you will have the opportunity to work on projects that directly impact Glovo’s ability to maximize user engagement, retention, and overall lifetime value. THE JOURNEY * Develop, test, and productionize predictive and prescriptive algorithms using state-of-the-art machine learning, statistical inference, and optimization models. * Evaluate algorithms through controlled offline and online experiments. * Contribute to building our models for personalized recommendations. * Work in cross-functional teams across disciplines such as product, engineering and design. * Guide and mentor junior team members to enable fast and impactful delivery. * Act as a reference for system architecture, influencing key technical decisions and aligning model integration with the overall platform design, ensuring reliability, low latency, and smooth integration with product features. * Stay on top of new technologies and industry trends in data science, customer analytics, and retention strategies. * Promote best-in-class standards, taking inspiration from industry thought leaders. ## Qualifications WHAT YOU WILL BRING TO THE RIDE * Deep theoretical and applied knowledge in at least o

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