> Markdown version of [/jobs/ext/3025585-principal-data-scientist](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/jobs/ext/3025585-principal-data-scientist). Every page supports `.md` or `Accept: text/markdown`. Links point to the HTML versions so they work for humans too. Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Principal Data Scientist - **Company:** AutoScout24 Nederland B.V. - **Location:** München, Germany - **Experience:** Expert - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Artificial Intelligence, Amazon Web Services, Amazon S3, Dataspaces, Identity and Access Management, Python (Programming Language), Machine Learning, Tensorflow, SQL Databases, Large Language Models, Generative AI, Machine Learning Operations - **Published:** September 22, 2026 - **Apply:** https://job-boards.greenhouse.io/autoscout24/jobs/7681898003 ## About the Role * 10+ years of experience in data science, machine learning, or applied AI * strong hands-on skills in Python, SQL, and common ML frameworks * proven experience with GenAI and LLMs in real products * strong experience with AWS and its ML/data ecosystem (e.g. SageMaker, S3, EKS, Lambda, IAM) * solid background in cloud platforms, MLOps, and model deployment * ability to translate complex topics into clear business decisions * experience leading senior teams and shaping technical strategy A culture of growth. With over 50 nationalities represented, we're proud to welcome people of all backgrounds to our growing community, and we're always finding new ways to help people feel welcomed and included. Here, you'll have the tools, training and support you need to work in a way that suits you, learn new skills and reach your potential. ## Description As Principal Data Scientist, you will define and drive the data science strategy across AutoScout24, with a strong focus on AI, machine learning, and Generative AI. You will work closely with product, engineering, and business leaders to turn data into scalable products that create clear business impact. You will lead senior data scientists and act as a technical role model across the company., * define and own the data science and AI strategy across the organization * lead development and scaling of predictive and generative AI models for marketplace and fintech use cases * partner with product and business leaders to align ML initiatives with company goals * design scalable ML systems and cloud-based workflows for training and deployment, with a strong focus on AWS * build and operate production-ready ML solutions using AWS services (e.g. SageMaker, S3, Lambda, EMR, etc.) * ensure model quality, monitoring, governance, and compliance in production * mentor and develop data scientists and act as senior technical advisor ## Related Videos - [Empowering Retail Through Applied Machine Learning](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/976-empowering-retail-through-applied-machine-learning) - [Machine learning in the browser with TensorFlowjs](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/155-machine-learning-in-the-browser-with-tensorflowjs) - [Harnessing the Power of Open Source's Newest Technologies](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1448-harnessing-the-power-of-open-source-s-newest-technologies) - [WeAreDevelopers LIVE - CSS is DOOMed](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1838-wearedevelopers-live-css-is-doomed) - [Pioneering AI Assistants in Banking](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1627-pioneering-ai-assistants-in-banking) - [How We Built a Machine Learning-Based Recommendation System (And Survived to Tell the Tale)](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/752-how-we-built-a-machine-learning-based-recommendation-system-and-survived-to-tell-the-tale) ## Related Articles - [Data Analyst Salary Germany](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/277-data-analyst-salary-germany) - [Best Companies in the Netherlands: Top 25 Companies in 2023 ](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/193-best-companies-in-the-netherlands-top-25-companies-in-2023) - [The Best Tech Hubs in Europe: 5 Best Cities For Software Engineers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/246-the-best-tech-hubs-in-europe-5-best-cities-for-software-engineers) - [The Biggest German Tech Companies](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/424-the-biggest-german-tech-companies) - [Software Developer Salary in The Netherlands [2023]](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/217-software-developer-salary-in-the-netherlands-2023) - [How to Find Tech Jobs in Amsterdam](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/279-how-to-find-tech-jobs-in-amsterdam)