Data Scientist - Austria - 12 months - Freelance - Remote

Hiring: Data Scientist - Salzburg, Austria - Remote, 12 months initial contract.

We are seeking a highly skilled Data Scientist to join our growing analytics team, with a focus on supply chain optimisation. In this role, you will design, develop, and deploy production-grade data science solutions that drive operational efficiency, reduce costs, and improve forecasting accuracy across our global supply chain. You will work closely with cross-functional teams including supply chain operations, data engineering, and business stakeholders to translate complex business problems into scalable data-driven solutions. Must be based in Europe and have a setup or be open to setup own freelance company.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and deploy end-to-end machine learning models and advanced analytics solutions for supply chain use cases (eg, demand forecasting, inventory optimisation, logistics planning).
• Collaborate with data engineers to build robust data pipelines using Snowflake or Databricks.
• Translate business requirements into technical specifications and actionable insights.
• Ensure models are production-ready, scalable, and maintainable.
• Monitor and continuously improve model performance post-deployment.
• Communicate findings and recommendations to stakeholders through compelling storytelling and visualisations.
• Stay up to date with the latest trends in data science, supply chain analytics, and cloud technologies.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Data Science, Computer Science, Statistics, Operations Research, or a related field.
• 3-7 years of experience in data science, preferably with a focus on supply chain or operations.
• Proficiency in Python and SQL; experience with Snowflake and/or Databricks is essential.
• Strong understanding of machine learning, time series forecasting, and optimisation techniques.
• Experience deploying models into production environments (eg, using MLflow, Airflow, or similar tools).
• Familiarity with cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, or GCP.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with supply chain systems (eg, ERP, WMS, TMS).
• Knowledge of MLOps best practices.
• Familiarity with dashboarding tools like Power BI, Tableau, or Looker.

Contract details:

• Start date: 1st September 2025
• Length of contract: 12 months initial Contract
• Type of contract: Freelancer
• Location: Salzburg, Austria (Remote)
• Rate range: Please let us know your hourly rate.
• Interviews: Please let us know your availability.

Please submit your resume and a cover letter detailing your relevant experience. If this role doesn't fit your preference or experience, please feel free to share within your network.

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