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# Senior Data Scientist

- **Company:** Macadam Technologies, S.l.
- **Location:** Barcelona, Spain
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** A/B Testing, Data Analysis, BigQuery, Fraud Prevention and Detection, Python (Programming Language), Machine Learning, Recommender Systems, Mixpanel, Firebase, Data Pipelines
- **Published:** July 27, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.buscojobs.com.es/senior-data-scientist-en-barcelona-ID-365215520

## About the Role

This is a hands-on senior role with ownership from problem definition through deployment and impact measurement.You will partner closely with Product, Growth, Marketing, Engineering, and Analytics teams to build data-driven solutions used by millions of users.This role is based in Barcelona., Learning, Applied Science, or a similar roleStrong proficiency in Python and SQLExperience using BigQuery, GCP, dbt, and product analytics tools such as Mixpanel or Firebase AnalyticsExperience developing, deploying, and evaluating machine learning modelsFamiliarity with data pipelines and production machine learning workflowsStrong knowledge of statistical modeling, experimentation, and model evaluationExperience working with large behavioral, transactional, or product datasetsStrong product and business mindset, with a focus on measurable outcomesExcellent communication and cross-functional collaboration skillsFluent in EnglishNICE TO HAVEExperience with consumer mobile apps, gaming, advertising, loyalty, or rewards productsExperience with recommender systems, personalization, churn, LTV, or fraud modelsExperience with causal inference, uplift modeling, or large-scale experimentationFamiliarity with mobile attribution frameworks, including Apple's SKAdNetworkWHAT'S IN IT FOR YOUBe part

## Description

WHO WE AREPor favor, lea detenidamente la información de esta oferta de empleo para entender exactamente qué se espera de los posibles candidatos.At Macadam, we've built an app that rewards people for walking.With over 15 million users worldwide, we help individuals turn their daily steps into positive habits for health, wellbeing, and sustainability.Our team is growing fast, and our ambitions are global.We operate at the intersection of health, gamification, and technology, and we're building a world-class data team to support this growth.If you're passionate about using data and machine learning to build products that improve lives at scale, we'd love to meet you.Please submit your CV in English.THE ROLEWe are looking for a Senior Data Scientist to help shape Macadam's product and growth strategy through machine learning, experimentation, and advanced analytics.You will work on high-impact topics such as personalization, user engagement, retention, monetization, fraud prevention, and reward economy optimization.This is a hands-on senior role with ownership from problem definition through deployment and impact measurement.You will partner closely with Product, Growth, Marketing, Engineering, and Analytics teams to build data-driven solutions used by millions of users.This role is based in Barcelona.We're looking for candidates who are already living in the city or ready to relocate.RESPONSIBILITIESIdentify and lead data science opportunities that improve growth, engagement, retention, revenue, and user experienceBuild machine learning models for personalization, recommendations, user behavior prediction, segmentation, and forecastingDevelop solutions supporting churn prevention, lifetime value optimization, fraud detection, and Macadam's reward economyDesign and analyze experiments using A/B testing, causal inference, and other advanced statistical methodsTake models from initial exploration to production, working closely with Data and Engineering teamsDefine clear success metrics and evaluate solutions based on measurable product and business impactCommunicate findings and recommendations clearly to technical and non-technical stakeholdersContribute to Macadam's data science roadmap, standards, and best practicesWHAT YOU'LL BRING5+ years of experience in Data Science, Machine Learning, Applied Science, or a similar roleStrong proficiency in Python and SQLExperience using BigQuery, GCP, dbt, and product analytics tools such as Mixpanel or Firebase AnalyticsExperience developing, deploying, and evaluating machine learning modelsFamiliarity with data pipelines and production machine learning workflowsStrong knowledge of statistical modeling, experimentation, and model evaluationExperience working with large behavioral, transactional, or product datasetsStrong product and business mindset, with a focus on measurable outcomesExcellent communication and cross-functional collaboration skillsFluent in EnglishNICE TO HAVEExperience with consumer mobile apps, gaming, advertising, loyalty, or rewards productsExperience with recommender systems, personalization, churn, LTV, or fraud modelsExperience with causal inference, uplift modeling, or large-scale experimentationFamiliarity with mobile attribution frameworks, including Apple's SKAdNetworkWHAT'S IN IT FOR YOUBe part of a mission-driven company making a tangible difference in people's lives, one step at a time.Real ownership: lead high-impact data science initiatives and build solutions used by millions from day one.Opportunities for professional growth, learning, and international exposure.A supportive, talented, and passionate international team.Offices in the heart of Barcelona.Meal voucher.Wellness allowance (powered by Urban Sports).Private healthcare (Alan).Hybrid working culture with international flexibility.4 additional Macadam holiday days.Friday team lunch.Company events and offsites.WHY MACADAM?We don't just talk about change - we walk it.Our principles:Make it happen - take ownership, drive outcomes that matter.Build together, win together - support and challenge each other to go further.Trust the data - decide clearly, act confidently, measure what counts.Build for people - design with empathy, simplicity, real humans in mind.xqbhyrx Think bigger - set the bar high, push boundaries, imagine better ways.#J-*****-Ljbffr


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