770 - Data Scientist Ssr/Sr (ML/PriceElasticity/Retail/CPG) · NZ

Darwoft; Auckland; On-site; NZD 100,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading tech company is seeking Senior Data Scientists to work on international projects in retail. You will leverage machine learning to drive strategic decisions, collaborating on model development and data storytelling for global brands. This fully remote position offers competitive compensation and the chance to impact significant projects in the CPG sector.

Benefits

Payment in USD

100% remote work

Argentina's public holidays

English classes

Referral program

Access to learning platforms

Qualifications

• 4+ years in retail or CPG, focusing on pricing models or demand forecasting.
• Proficiency in time series analysis and predictive analytics.
• Strong experience with Python (pandas) and SQL.

Responsibilities

• Design predictive models and work on demand forecasting.
• Build and train machine learning models for business optimization.
• Create visualizations for complex insights.

Skills

Data Exploration & Analysis

Model Development

Rapid Prototyping

Data Storytelling

Cross-functional Collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree or higher in Data Science, Statistics, Computer Science, or related field

Tools

Python

SQL

Spark

PySpark

Azure Databricks

Job description

Senior Data Scientist AI/ML Modeling in Retail/CPG

Location: Anywhere in NZ
Job Type: Remote
Project: Retail & CPG Innovation
Time Zone: NZST (New Zealand Standard Time): UTC+12
English Level: B2 / C1

Get to Know Us Darwoft

At Darwoft, we build digital products with heart. Were a Latin American tech company focused on creating impactful, human-centered software in partnership with companies around the globe. Our remote-first culture is built on trust, continuous learning, and collaboration.

Were passionate about tech, but even more about people. If youre looking to join a team where your ideas matter and your impact is realwelcome to Darwoft.

About the Role

Were looking for 5Senior Data Scientists to join high-impact, international projects in the retail and CPG industry. Youll be working with a stealth-mode, US-based AI company that is transforming how enterprise retailers make strategic decisions through data science and machine learning.

As part of this team, youll design predictive models, work on demand forecasting, and prototype innovative solutions that drive real business impact for global brands.

What You'll Be Doing

• Data Exploration & Analysis: Work with structured and unstructured datasets to discover trends and uncover actionable insights.

• Model Development: Build and train machine learning models focused on price elasticity, demand forecasting, and business optimization.

• Rapid Prototyping: Develop POCs and MVPs to test ideas and deliver measurable outcomes quickly.

• Data Storytelling: Create visualizations and presentations that make complex insights clear for technical and non-technical audiences.

• Cross-functional Collaboration: Work closely with engineering teams to deploy scalable, production-ready ML solutions.

What You Bring

• Education: Bachelors degree or higher in Data Science, Statistics, Computer Science, or a related field.

• Experience: 4+ years in the retail or CPG space, especially in pricing models or demand forecasting.

• Programming: Strong experience with Python (pandas, OOP) and SQL.

• Modeling & Forecasting: Proficiency in time series analysis, optimization, and predictive analytics.

• Visualization & Communication: Ability to turn data into compelling narratives.

• Big Data Tools: Experience with Spark, PySpark, or Azure Databricks.

Nice to Have

• Familiarity with ML tools like PyTorch, TensorFlow, scikit-learn, Jupyter, NumPy

• Basic experience with web prototyping tools such as Flask, Plotly, or Streamlit

• Understanding of CI/CD pipelines and model deployment

• Exposure to cloud security and compliance is a plus

What Darwoft Offers

• Contractor agreement with payment in USD

• 100% remote work

• Argentinas public holidays

• English classes

• Referral program

• Access to learning platforms

Ready to shape the future of commerce through AI? Apply now and bring your data science skills to projects that matter.