Data Scientist

Ryanair - Europe's Favourite Airline; Madrid; Híbrido; EUR 55.000 - 85.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Hybrid working model

Conference & training funding

Career growth opportunities

Travel discounts

Health insurance discounts

Descripción de la vacante

Ryanair Labs in Madrid is seeking a Data Scientist to join Europe’s largest airline group. You will lead the design and deployment of advanced models to optimise pricing, segmentation and forecasting, using Python, SQL, and Databricks.

Working in a collaborative BI team with offices in Dublin, Madrid and Wroclaw, you will analyse performance metrics, communicate insights to stakeholders, and mentor teammates to drive data-driven decisions in a fast-paced, hybrid environment.

Formación

• 3+ years of professional data science experience.
• Commercial awareness with experience in a commercial department.
• Strong communication and presentation skills.
• Bachelor's/Master's/PhD in data science or related field.

Responsabilidades

• Lead the design, development, and deployment of advanced models and algorithms to optimise pricing strategies, segmentation or forecasting across the business.
• Scope and deliver analysis of performance metrics and identify key questions to answer.
• Apply machine learning techniques to forecast demand and identify pricing and revenue opportunities.
• Analyse revenue impact, price elasticity, and customer segmentation to assess strategy effectiveness.
• Communicate findings clearly to technical and non-technical audiences and mentor teammates.

Conocimientos

Python

SQL

Data analysis

Presentation

Commercial awareness

Team collaboration

Educación

Master's degree in Data Science

PhD (preferred)

Herramientas

Databricks

Cloud provider basics

Descripción del empleo

Ryanair Labs are currently recruiting for a Data Scientist to join Europe’s Largest Airline Group!

Ryanair Labs are currently recruiting for a Data Scientist to join Europe’s Largest Airline Group! Ryanair Labs is the technology brand of Ryanair. Labs is a state of-the-art digital & IT innovation hub creating Europe’s Leading Travel Experience for our customers. The role sits inside the BI team in Ryanair Labs. The BI team are made up of 95+ people split across the three Ryanair offices: Dublin, Madrid & Wroclaw. Within the BI team there is a range of different professions: Data Analysts, Data Scientists, Data Engineers, Optimization Engineers, Data Modellers, BI Analysts, BI Reporters & BI Developers.

The Role

• Lead the design, development, and implementation of advanced models and algorithms to optimise pricing strategies, segmentation or forecasting across the business.
• Work autonomously to scope and deliver analysis of performance metrics, identifying the questions worth answering rather than waiting to be handed them.
• Apply sophisticated statistical techniques and machine learning algorithms to analyse historical data, forecast demand, and identify pricing and revenue opportunities.
• Conduct in-depth analysis of performance metrics, including revenue impact, price elasticity, and customer segmentation, to assess the effectiveness of strategies and drive continuous improvement.
• Communicate findings clearly and persuasively to both technical and non-technical audiences, translating complex analysis into decisions stakeholders can act on.
• Mentor and collaborate with team members and cross-functional partners, providing guidance on best practices, analytical methodologies, and data visualisation techniques.

Requirements

• Relevant Degree in field of Data Science (or similar), Masters/PhD preferable.
• 3+ years professional experience in Data Science positions.
• The candidate must be commercially astute and be able to recognise the value of projects. Commercial value added is a key component of job performance. Experience working in Commercial department is essential. Experience in product pricing is desirable.
• Be a self-starter and consistently show initiative & diligence on a daily basis. The team is built up of people who generate ideas and show initiative in the work they do.
• Communication skills – most projects involve multiple people across various teams in different departments across the three offices. The role will involve regular presentations.

Tech Requirements

• Strong Python and SQL experience is a necessity.
• Experience with Databricks.
• Basic knowledge of a cloud provider.
• Ability to build and deploy predictive models. An understanding of and experience with the following is required: Machine Learning topics (clustering, forecasting, classification, anomaly detection).
• Experience using Gen AI to assist in your day to day tasks.
• Ability to quickly put together slide decks that summarize your analysis, and clearly tell a story. Have expertise in designing a range of styles of slide decks for varying audiences.

Benefits

• We promote innovation, several PoCs of new technologies or innovative ideas are launched every week.
• A competitive but flexible technical career plan.
• Financial support for conferences and training courses as well as official certifications. We encourage you to attend training events and conferences, this is key for us to keep up to date with the most advanced techniques and technologies.
• Possibility for career growth in a continuously growing team.
• We believe in a hybrid working model, you can work up to three days per week remote, but you are also going to enjoy the excellent work environment at our modern offices in the heart of Madrid
• Optional discounts on health insurances (various companies).
• Travel discounts, of course!

Competencies

• Dependability
• Communication
• Interpersonal Skills