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# ML Scientist / Data Engineer

- **Company:** Zalando SE
- **Location:** Berlin, Germany
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Java (Programming Language), Distributed Systems, Google Docs, Graph Theory, Python (Programming Language), Machine Learning, Software Engineering, Data Processing, Apache Spark, Kotlin, Information Technology, Data Analytics, Databricks, Microservices
- **Published:** September 5, 2026
- **Apply:** https://startup.jobs/senior-machine-learning-scientist-data-engineer-logistics-algorithms-all-genders-zalando-se-8715933

## About the Role

* You hold a Master's or PhD in Mathematics, Computer Science, or another quantitative field, together with industry experience in algorithm-related software development in Java, Kotlin, Python, or similar.
 * Your professional background includes hands-on experience with state-of-the-art methods in software engineering, particularly microservice architecture and distributed systems for data processing (e.g. Spark, Databricks).
 * You demonstrate a practical understanding of various advanced algorithmic techniques (e.g., from combinatorics, graph theory), mathematical modeling (e.g., from operations research, statistics, experimentation), and machine learning approaches (e.g. forecasting, Bayesian networks).
 * You exhibit a high degree of autonomy to translate real-world business cases into mathematical problems, with a proven record of at least 6 years of applied research experience.
 * Your strengths extend to your ability to effectively collaborate within an agile and cross-functional team environment, engaging with engineers, product owners, and fellow applied scientists.

Want to know what kind of problems you will be working on? You can find on this google doc a stochastic optimization problem that showcases an example. If you like solving mathematical puzzles, send us your solution instead of uploading a cover letter.

## Description

* Drive the research, design, and implementation of algorithms and predictive models.
 * Deliver end-to-end solutions and set the bar for the entire development cycle, which includes research, prototyping, implementing production software, as well as testing and operating the highly available production system.
 * Influence our research and development methodologies to foster a scalable and data-driven architecture.
 * Support and coach other Applied Scientists by sharing your knowledge and expertise in applied research.


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