Data Scientist

TUI Cruises GmbH; Luton; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A global travel company is seeking a Data Scientist to develop and implement machine learning and AI solutions that solve business challenges and create value across its operations. The role involves analyzing large datasets and collaborating with business stakeholders to translate problems into effective data science strategies. Excellent communication skills and proven experience in data science or machine learning are essential. Opportunities for hybrid working are available, along with a strong focus on employee wellbeing and development.

Benefits

Attractive remuneration

Bonus opportunity

Exclusive travel perks & discounts

Health & wellbeing support

Qualifications

• Proven experience in applied data science or machine learning.
• Strong programming skills in Python and familiarity with data science libraries.
• Excellent communication skills to convey complex concepts.

Responsibilities

• Develop machine learning models and AI solutions.
• Process, clean, and analyze large datasets.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to understand requirements.
• Implement models in production environments.
• Monitor and evaluate the performance of deployed models.
• Communicate findings effectively to diverse audiences.

Skills

Machine learning

Python programming

Data analysis

Communication skills

Tools

scikit-learn

pandas

SQL

Job description

Here at TUI we are looking for a creative Data Scientist to develop and implement machine learning and AI solutions that address business challenges and create value across TUI's operations.

Please note the closing date for applications is Sunday 18th January

This position is available to be based at either our Luton, Hannover or Rijswijk Head office.

ABOUT OUR OFFER

• Personal benefits: Attractive remuneration, bonus opportunity, exclusive travel perks & discounts, extensive health & wellbeing support, and more.
• Flexible working: Work is something you do, not somewhere you go. We encourage a healthy work-life balance and offer hybrid or remote working models.
• A career to shape: Opportunities to upskill, reskill and grow your career. Access the TUI Tech Learning Hub to level‑up and reach your ambitions.
• Expand your horizons: Participate in our tech communities and collaborate on global projects and teams.
• Community: Get involved with incredible local charity and sustainability initiatives like the TUI Care Foundation and the Sustainable Tech Community.

ABOUT THE JOB

• You’ll develop machine learning models and AI solutions that address specific business problems and deliver measurable value through predictive and prescriptive approaches.
• Processing, cleaning, and analyzing large datasets from multiple sources will be central to your role, performing exploratory data analysis to identify patterns, trends, and insights.
• We’ll look to you to collaborate with business stakeholders to understand requirements and translate business problems into effective data science approaches.
• Working with technology teams, you’ll implement models in production environments, ensuring solutions are robust, scalable, and maintainable.
• Your expertise will help monitor and evaluate the performance of deployed models, identifying opportunities for improvement and implementing updates as needed.
• Communicating findings, insights, and recommendations effectively to both technical and non-technical audiences will be key to demonstrating the business impact of your solutions.

ABOUT YOU

• You have proven experience in applied data science, machine learning, or related fields, with knowledge of machine learning algorithms, statistical methods, and their business applications.
• Your programming skills in Python and experience with data science libraries (scikit‑learn, pandas, etc.) are complemented by experience with data manipulation, analysis, and visualization techniques.
• You bring understanding of the data science project lifecycle and problem‑solving abilities that address real business challenges.
• Excellent communication skills allow you to explain technical concepts to various audiences, supporting collaborative work in cross‑functional environments.
• Experience in the travel, hospitality, or e‑commerce industries would be beneficial but is not essential.
• Knowledge of SQL, cloud‑based data science platforms, and software development practices would be advantageous.

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