Principal Data Scientist

Reporting to the Head Data Science, you will be an integral part of the Data Science team, collaborating with the Data Governance and Data Engineering teams to create and deploy machine learning models and algorithms to address complex business challenges.

You will be responsible for ideating, designing and implementing cross-divisional data science solutions to use cases that span across multiple business areas. You will work closely with stakeholders across IATA to identify opportunities for using data to drive business value and will be responsible for managing and developing data science projects from conception to delivery.

What your day would be like

Play a key role in shaping IATA's data-driven future by using your expertise in Data Science to drive an innovative cultural change based on data insights, transform how we approach decision-making, project work and value-creation.

Design, develop and implement machine learning solutions that integrate with existing systems and processes and manage a diverse portfolio of Data Science initiatives within agreed strategic priorities, supporting key business goals across the organisation.

Act as a force multiplier by setting technical direction, raising standards, mentoring data scientists at different seniority levels, overseeing and coordinating external vendors, and unblocking complex initiatives.

Ensure exemplary communication to various stakeholders -as well as upper management- by translating analytical concepts into business terms and presenting complex information clearly.

Contribute to the development of IATA's strategy for Data Science for current and future AI solutions. Participate as a member and lead specific strategic workstreams on the Artificial Intelligence Enabling Board and other key data science communities.

Do you have experience in Management?, An advanced degree in data science, mathematics, engineering, physics or related discipline.

Proficient quantitative, statistical, and programming skills - including experience in data science and analysis as well as experience in machine learning in the form of developing analytical and predictive models.

8+ years of work experience in Data Science or equivalent work experience in advanced ML as well as natural language processing, deep learning techniques and Generative AI/LLMs.

Strong stakeholder management skills, ability to shape and influence technical conversations across diverse technical and business audiences.

Experience with cloud-based machine learning services such as AWS SageMaker, Google Cloud Vertex AI and beyond.

Experience with agile development methodologies, data or ML engineering is an advantage. Aviation industry experience is an advantage.

At IATA, we represent over 350 airlines worldwide, striving to make aviation safer, smarter, more sustainable, and inclusive. * Our Values are not just words on a page - they are the energy behind everything we do: ONE IATA - We collaborate across teams, TRUSTED - We do the right thing, INNOVATIVE - We make tomorrow better, INCLUSIVE - We embrace diverse perspectives.

• With over 30,000 courses available, we believe in continuous learning and support your growth in an ever-changing industry.
• Diversity, equity, and inclusion are our priorities. We are certified by the Equal Salary Foundation, offering equal pay and family-friendly policies.
• We encourage community involvement through volunteering and strive to make tomorrow better for aviation and our communities. We offer time off so you can support causes important to you.
• We promote work-life balance with flexible work options, including remote and hybrid work, a generous 'work from abroad' policy, and you get your birthday off!

About the team you are joining

Learn more about IATA's role in the industry, our benefits, and the team at iata/careers/. We are looking forward to hearing from you!