Senior Optimization Scientist – Hybrid (Aviation/Tech)

agap2 Spain; Barcelona; Hybrid; EUR 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A technology company is seeking a Senior Optimization Scientist to work on complex optimization problems in the aviation sector. You will design and implement advanced optimization algorithms and collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop innovative solutions. The ideal candidate has 3-4 years of experience, strong proficiency in Python and optimization techniques, and excellent communication skills. This position offers a hybrid work model, requiring 3 days on-site per week in Barcelona.

Qualifications

• 3–4+ years of experience in optimization or a related role.
• Proven ability to translate complex mathematical problems into actionable optimization solutions.
• Fluent in English in an international environment.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and implement optimization algorithms.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to design solutions for operational challenges.
• Collect, clean, and preprocess data from various sources.

Skills

metaheuristic optimization techniques

optimization algorithms

Python

data science libraries

business rule modeling

communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Operations Research, Applied Mathematics, Computer Science

Tools

PuLP

Pyomo

Mealpy

DEAP

Optuna

Gurobi

CPLEX

Hexaly

Job description

A technology company is seeking a Senior Optimization Scientist to work on complex optimization problems in the aviation sector. You will design and implement advanced optimization algorithms and collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop innovative solutions. The ideal candidate has 3-4 years of experience, strong proficiency in Python and optimization techniques, and excellent communication skills. This position offers a hybrid work model, requiring 3 days on-site per week in Barcelona.