770 - Data Scientist Ssr/sr - Nz

2 days ago

Auckland City, New Zealand Darwoft Full time

**Senior Data Scientist AI/ML Modeling in Retail/CPG**

**Location**: Anywhere in NZ

**Job Type**: Remote
**Project**: Retail & CPG Innovation
**Time Zone**: NZST (New Zealand Standard Time): UTC+12
**English Level**: B2 / C1

**Get to Know Us Darwoft**:
At Darwoft, we build digital products with heart. Were a Latin American tech company focused on creating impactful, human-centered software in partnership with companies around the globe. Our remote-first culture is built on trust, continuous learning, and collaboration.

Were passionate about tech, but even more about people. If youre looking to join a team where your ideas matter and your impact is realwelcome to Darwoft.

**About the Role**:
Were looking for 5** Senior Data Scientists** to join high-impact, international projects in the **retail and CPG industry**. Youll be working with a stealth-mode, US-based AI company that is transforming how enterprise retailers make strategic decisions through data science and machine learning.

As part of this team, youll design predictive models, work on demand forecasting, and prototype innovative solutions that drive real business impact for global brands.

**What You'll Be Doing**:

- ** Data Exploration & Analysis**: Work with structured and unstructured datasets to discover trends and uncover actionable insights.
- ** Model Development**: Build and train machine learning models focused on **price elasticity, demand forecasting, and business optimization**.
- ** Rapid Prototyping**: Develop POCs and MVPs to test ideas and deliver measurable outcomes quickly.
- ** Data Storytelling**: Create visualizations and presentations that make complex insights clear for technical and non-technical audiences.
- ** Cross-functional Collaboration**: Work closely with engineering teams to deploy scalable, production-ready ML solutions.

**What You Bring**:

- ** Education**: Bachelors degree or higher in Data Science, Statistics, Computer Science, or a related field.
- ** Experience**: 4+ years in the **retail or CPG space**, especially in pricing models or demand forecasting.
- ** Programming**: Strong experience with **Python (pandas, OOP)** and **SQL**.
- ** Modeling & Forecasting**: Proficiency in time series analysis, optimization, and predictive analytics.
- ** Visualization & Communication**: Ability to turn data into compelling narratives.
- ** Big Data Tools**: Experience with **Spark, PySpark, or Azure Databricks**.

**Nice to Have**:

- Familiarity with ML tools like **PyTorch, TensorFlow, scikit-learn, Jupyter, NumPy**
- Basic experience with web prototyping tools such as **Flask, Plotly, or Streamlit**
- Understanding of **CI/CD pipelines** and model deployment
- Exposure to cloud security and compliance is a plus

**What Darwoft Offers**:

- Contractor agreement with **payment in USD**
- ** 100% remote** work
- Argentinas public holidays
- English classes
- Referral program
- Access to learning platforms

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