Senior Data Scientist (Marketing) (m/f/d)

Who we are

Artefact is a leading global consulting company dedicated to accelerating the adoption of data and AI to positively impact people and organizations. We specialize in data transformation and data marketing to drive tangible business results across the entire enterprise value chain.

Artefact offers the most comprehensive set of data-driven solutions per industry, built on deep data science and cutting-edge AI technologies, delivering AI projects at scale in all industry sectors. From strategy to operations, we offer an end-to-end approach and solutions: data strategy, data quality and governance, data platforms, AI Factory, data-driven customer experience and marketing ROI.

Our 1500+ employees operate in 20 countries (Europe, Asia, Americas, Middle East, Africa) and we partner with 1000 clients, including some of the world's top 300 brands such as Samsung, L'Oréal and Sanofi.

As a Senior Data Scientist specializing in the marketing domain, you will lead and conduct ambitious projects aimed at transforming clients through data. Your day-to-day responsibilities will include:

• Leading transformational projects: spearheading ambitious projects that utilize data to transform our clients’ operations and strategies.
• Developing data science solutions: creating innovative data science products and solutions for both clients and our internal data science team.
• Applying data science in marketing contexts: leveraging data science methodologies to enhance marketing analytics, customer segmentation, attribution modeling, and campaign optimization. 
• Building client relationships: collaborating closely with your Consulting counterpart to understand client needs and strengthen relationships.
• Upskilling the team: contributing to the development of our data science team by sharing knowledge, mentoring junior Data Scientists, and promoting our work within other data departments.
• Ensuring quality deliverables: caring for team morale and ensuring that all missions are delivered to a high standard, providing feedback and support to less experienced team members.
• Optimising code: writing highly optimized code to advance Artefact’s internal toolbox and knowledge base.

• Real-World impact: deliver impactful projects by developing end-to-end machine learning pipelines to solve real-world problems across various industries, including marketing and customer intelligence. 
• Collaborative solutions: work in feature teams alongside other data scientists, ML engineers, data engineers, software engineers, and product owners to build complex solutions.
• Software engineering improvement: enhance your software engineering skills by applying ML Ops best practices while working with machine learning teams.
• Expertise development: become an expert in one of our data science practices: Time Series Forecasting, MLOps, NLP, Computer Vision, Optimization, or Customer Intelligence, including marketing analytics, attribution modeling, and incrementality testing.
• Algorithm discovery: discover state-of-the-art algorithms and test them on real-world data during client projects.

We’re seeking someone who has:

• Educational background: a completed Master’s degree in a relevant field (e.g., computer science, machine learning, mathematics, or related subjects).
• Hands-On experience: at least 2-3 years of experience in data science, analytics, or consulting, preferably within a marketing or digital context.
• Marketing or digital context experience: knowledge of various marketing channels and platforms, including their roles within the media mix is considered a plus. 
• Technical skills: strong knowledge of data processing, algorithms, and data architecture, along with proficiency in tools like Python, SQL, and R.
• Analytical mindset: a passion for working with data to derive actionable insights and solve complex problems.
• Communication skills: excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to discuss both technical and non-technical topics with clients and team members.
• Curiosity and passion: a genuine interest in continuous learning and exploring new technologies and tools in data and AI.

• Learning and development: join a team of passionate Data Scientists and Engineers who will support your growth and provide ample learning opportunities.
• Competitive rewards: enjoy a comprehensive benefits package, including a competitive salary, phone & travel reimbursements.
• Work-Life balance: we offer flexibility with a hybrid working environment that lets you balance personal and professional commitments.
• Career growth opportunities: we’re committed to your professional development, offering continuous learning and internal promotion opportunities.
• Attractive benefits: hybrid work, flexible hours, 1 additional day off for your birthday, Christmas & New Year's Eve off, mental health support, pension plan, 4 weeks of workation, corporate benefits, office brunch, team events, and more.

Artefact is experiencing exciting growth, and this is the perfect time to join our dynamic team and contribute to our success story.
Come join us!