We are looking for a Senior Data Scientist for our Central Recommendations Team in Berlin.
You will join a team of data scientists, machine learning specialists and data engineers who are building recommendations to surface engaging content at the right learning level for Babbel’s learners.
You will
- Scope and implement proof-of-concepts for new algorithms that optimally fit the needs of Babbel’s learners
- Design and Implement production-grade recommendation solutions that not only drive engagement for our learners but also fit their learning needs
- Partner with ML- and Backend engineers to create scalable and future-proof data products
You have
- Data Science/Mathematics/Natural Science MSc with a strong mathematical focus, PhD is a plus
- 3-5 years of industry experience as a Data Scientist
- Proficiency and industry experience in modern Python
- Hands-on experience with the Data Science-focused python stack (sklearn, pandas, ideally also RecPack or LightFM) and Deep Learning frameworks (Pytorch, TensorFlow)
- Knowledge of SQL and NoSQL databases
- Strong communication skills with an ability to present your work to non-technical audiences with empathy
- A curiosity for the domain you are working with. You want to know where your data is coming from - and how to improve it
- A strong user focus. You empathise with your users, and care about creating a great experience for them.
Nice to have
- Experience with big data solutions such as Databricks, and Apache Flink.
- Experience with PySpark/Spark
- Experience working in cross-functional, user facing teams.
- Experience in working in agile environments.
Diversity at Babbel
As part of our ongoing journey towards building a diverse, equitable and inclusive company, we welcome everyone to apply, especially those individuals who are underrepresented in tech. We are a learning company, inside and out, and we encourage you to apply even if you do not fit all the technical requirements - all candidates are assessed based on skills, qualifications and on our business needs. Please state your pronouns in your application, and let us know if you’d like to be addressed by a name other than the one appearing on your official documents. If you have a disability or special need, feel welcome to inform us, so that we can provide you with the proper assistance in the application process.
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Babbel is the top-selling language learning platform. Driven by our purpose – to create mutual understanding through language – we build products that help people connect and communicate across cultures. Through self-study lessons with Babbel, instructor-led live classes with Babbel Live, Babbel for Business, our own podcast series, and our magazine, our users can focus on using a new language in real situations with real people. And it works: studies with Yale University, City University of New York, and Michigan State University prove that Babbel gets users to speak with confidence. The key is a blend of humanity and technology. More than 60,000 lessons in 15 languages are hand-crafted by more than 200 linguists, and user behaviour is constantly analysed to shape and improve the learner experience. The Babbel team is as diverse as our content. Based in Berlin, Germany, and New York, USA, 1,000+ Babbelonians from over 80 nationalities represent the diverse backgrounds, characteristics, and perspectives that make each person unique. Building genuine connections with our users is what sets Babbel apart, making it the world's leading language-learning platform with more than 16 million subscriptions sold. Founded in 2007 as the pioneering online language learning platform, we've grown steadily over the years. In 2023, Babbel was honoured with a place on Fast Company's list of the World's Most Innovative Companies, ranking 4th in the Education category
