Sr. Data Scientist / BI Analyst

This position is based in Mexico city (Lomas de Chapultepec) and its ideally hybrid.

Can you turn data into actionable insights using tools and models from statistics, AI and Machine Learning to enable better decision making and responsible for the quality of the solution, for example prediction accuracy and collaborate with stakeholders to translate a business problem to a mathematical problem that can be solved using data and analytics? This is an opportunity to join the Global Center of Excellence Reporting and Analysis team, as a Data Scientist/Sr. BI Analyst and drive digital transformation at a regional respected. If this sounds like you, we encourage you to seize this opportunity and become part of our team.

We are offering you a unique opportunity as a Data Scientist/Sr. BI Analyst to join our Global Center of Excellence Reporting and Analysis team based in Mexico City; this hybrid role is to help shape that journey and the future organization. As a part of this process, you will have an opportunity to be part of this transformation that will set the direction of the future business model for this large global organization.

If you are passionate about working in an entrepreneurial environment supporting an ambitious team on a great transformation journey – Then this role is the perfect next step in your career!

We offer;

The BI team at Maersk Latin America offers a unique opportunity to leverage technology to impact LAM Long Haul, IAM and NAM trades via the largest container shipping company in the world.

This is an extremely exciting time to join a fast paced, growing, and dynamic team that solves some of the toughest problems in the industry and builds the future of trade & logistics utilizing modern technology and bias toward action. We are an open-minded, friendly and supportive group who strive for excellence together.
We are agile, value outcomes, and are passionate about using technology to solve problems.
 

In your everyday work, you will experience a high degree of independence in a flexible work environment where innovation and quality have very high priority. You will be a trusted colleague and part of an international company of proud and passionate colleagues who come from different backgrounds and cultures.
 

At Maersk, we are committed to growing our people. We will provide you with opportunities that broaden your knowledge and strengthen your professional & technical skills.

Key responsibilities:

As a key member of the Center of Excellence Reporting and Analysis, you will wear two huts: first as data scientist to build predictive models and secondly as Sr. BI Analyst to serve as a liaison between the business and the technical world converting technical into business terms. The ideal candidate is passionate and knows how to get results; is driven to create and build; is operationally credible; possess a relentless focus on the customer; and can effectively build, inspire and raise the analytics culture in the organization.

As a Data Scientist/ Sr. BI Analyst, you will be responsible for extracting data from various sources and utilizing machine learning tools to organize, process, clean, and validate the data. Your role includes identifying both internal and external data sources, collaborating with department heads to understand their requirements, and developing predictive models and machine learning algorithms to forecast and aid in decision-making.

• Develop forecasting models, causal inference, and machine learning approaches to address customer problems and customer demand.

• Work with all vertical stakeholders to assist with data-related issues (business/technical) and support their data infrastructure needs

•Build analytics reports that utilize the data pipeline to provide actionable insights into operational efficiency and other key business performance metrics.
• Analyze, debug and correct issues with data pipelines.

• Analyze gaps between operational service levels and data output and make recommendations to address identified gaps

•Prepare and present KPIs and other program initiatives to internal stakeholders.
•Act as a bridge between BI and the business users to improve the business/technical understanding and facilitate the communication, i.e. assist different areas of the Business to understand data requirements and vice versa assist BI to understand business needs: requirement, expectation and business model.

• Promote and drive adoption of cutting-edge data science practices within the team.

•Performs other position related duties as specified by management.

We are looking for:

You are a pro-active and self-driven individual who enjoys keeping a good structure of your own task portfolio.
You have an eye for details and a strong sense of urgency. It is important that you are a team player and have an open and trusted approach to our business and tech partners.

We expect the candidate to have:

• Bachelor’s degree in mathematics/Statistics/Data Science/ML/ Computer Science or a closely related field with a preference for a Master’s degree.

•You have experience on Azure ML, ADF, Data Bricks, Panda, Jupiter NB, SSMS

• Solid understanding of Forecasting process and algorithms

•You have strong experience writing DAX, SQL, Panda, Python or Scala.

• Experience in building real-world, impactful ML products

• Familiarity with deep learning techniques for forecasting and recommendations and have used frameworks like TensorFlow, Keras, etc.

• Experience with Big Data Platforms, Data Warehousing, Data Lake, Data Mart concepts.

•A well organized and self-directed individual who is a team player. Understand business problems and apply your expertise within predictive modelling and machine learning to design, implement, monitor and iteratively improve on our suite of predictive products.

•You have experience on frontend tools like Power BI, Tableau, etc.

•You have experience on Data Modeling.

• Self-starter and problem-solver with ability to effectively navigate in a highly ambiguous environment

•  Excellent communication skills (English is a must) and ability to compellingly present analytics topics to non-technical audiences

•  Self-starter and problem-solver with ability to effectively navigate in a highly ambiguous environment

•Strong and current knowledge of technology platforms, MS Office products, and ability to quickly adapt to new software.

•Ability to work independently & remotely with little supervision
•Ability to make decisions in the absence of management
•Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
•Excellent conflict resolution and problem-solving skills
• Have a continuous focus on providing business value, while ensuring technical sustainability (including maintainability, reliability, performance, availability and interpretability)

• Making sure that all ML standards are followed and collaborate with other ML teams.

Nice To Have

• You have prior experience sing Kubeflow
• Prior experience with Transportation and Logistics
• Portuguese speaking

Maersk is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace, and we embrace different styles of thinking. Maersk is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applicants without regard to race, colour, gender, sex, age, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, marital status, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy or parental leave, veteran status, gender identity, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. We will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with all legal requirements.

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