Senior Data Scientist

TL;DR

Senior Data Scientist (AI/Machine Learning): Leading the development and enhancement of company-wide machine learning strategy with an accent on building and optimizing predictive models such as booking cancellation forecasts, churn predictions, pricing optimization, revenue forecasting, and marketing channel allocation. Focus on taking models from conception to production, continuously monitoring their performance, and driving measurable business impact.

Location: This role is based in Munich, Germany, with a hybrid setup requiring 50% in-office time. You can spend up to 8 weeks a year from other inspiring locations.

Company

hirify.global is a fast-growing vacation rental technology company helping hosts generate more bookings and guests find holiday homes.

What you will do

• Collaborate across various business departments to identify opportunities and solve critical business challenges using data science solutions.
• Build and optimize predictive models such as booking cancellation forecasts, churn predictions, pricing optimization, revenue forecasting and marketing channel allocation.
• Take models from conception to production, continuously monitor their performance, and iterate to enhance accuracy and efficiency.
• Interface with diverse business stakeholders, ensuring alignment between data science initiatives and company goals.
• Demonstrate leadership in data science projects, leveraging your expertise to drive measurable business impact.

Requirements

• 5+ years of experience as a Data Scientist, with a proven track record of applying data science methodologies to solve complex business problems.
• A degree in Machine Learning, Computer Science, Mathematics, Physics, or a related field.
• Expertise in statistics, predictive analytics, machine learning techniques, and proficiency in tools like Python and SQL.
• Strong understanding of business operations and experience collaborating with diverse stakeholders.
• Enthusiasm for data science and a drive to deliver world-class products that make a difference.

Nice to have

• Experience with Airflow and dbt.

Culture & Benefits

• Shape the future of travel with products used by millions of guests and thousands of hosts.
• Grow professionally in a culture that thrives on curiosity and feedback, with a strong focus on AI.
• Join a team of smart, motivated and international colleagues who challenge and support each other.
• Work in a modern tech environment, experiencing the pace of a scale-up combined with the stability of a proven business model.
• Work a hybrid setup with 50% in-office time for collaboration, and spend up to 8 weeks a year from other inspiring locations.
• Travel benefits, gym discounts, and other perks.

Hiring process

• Apply online on our careers page; your first contact will be Katharina from HR.