• A Master's degree or PhD in Data Science, Computer Science, Statistics, or a related quantitative field.
• Proven experience in leadership and people management, with a track record of mentoring and developing Data Scientists.
• Hands-on experience in developing, deploying, and maintaining machine learning models within a corporate environment.
• Strong expertise in data science methodologies, with familiarity in logistics, geospatial analysis, ETA prediction, and routing problems. Experience with deep learning is a plus.
• Demonstrated ability to perform root-cause analysis on complex model performance issues and translate findings into actionable solutions.
• Comprehensive understanding of the model lifecycle, including testing, monitoring, and deployment best practices.
• Exceptional communication skills with the ability to influence both technical teams and non-technical stakeholders effectively.

Responsibilities

• Lead, manage, and scale a high-performing team of Data Scientists, fostering a collaborative and results-oriented environment.
• Define and oversee the development of logistics estimation solutions, ensuring alignment with company objectives and strategic goals.
• Collaborate closely with Product Management, Engineering, and Machine Learning teams to prioritize initiatives based on business impact and feasibility.
• Drive continuous improvement of ETA models by analyzing operational friction points such as courier re-assignments and restaurant delays, and translating insights into model enhancements.
• Translate root-cause analysis into strategic plans for feature development, model updates, or new predictive solutions.
• Communicate complex data insights and model performance metrics to senior stakeholders and cross-functional teams, facilitating data-driven decision-making.
• Partner with Machine Learning Engineers to ensure robust deployment and scaling of predictive models in production environments.
• Maintain high standards for model validation, testing, and monitoring, ensuring models are accurate, reliable, and compliant with best practices.

Benefits

Just Eat offers a competitive benefits package designed to support the well-being and development of our employees. This includes flexible working arrangements, opportunities for professional growth, and a collaborative work environment. Employees enjoy comprehensive health insurance, pension schemes, and generous paid time off. We also promote a healthy work-life balance, encouraging innovation and continuous learning through training programs, workshops, and access to cutting-edge tools and technologies. Our inclusive culture fosters diversity and belonging, ensuring every team member feels valued and empowered to contribute their best.

Equal Opportunity

Just Eat is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering an inclusive environment for all employees. We celebrate diversity and are dedicated to creating a workplace where everyone can thrive regardless of race, gender, age, sexual orientation, disability, or background. We believe that a diverse and inclusive workforce drives innovation and reflects the communities we serve. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any protected characteristic. We are committed to providing equitable opportunities and supporting our employees' growth and success.