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Staff Data Scientist

Hybrid in Barcelona·Added 11 months ago

This job was published 11 months ago

Still open when we checked on 1 Oct

Heetch

1 open role

Overview

Job details

  • Permanent contract

    Per the ad.

  • Hybrid

    Office and home days — the ad has the split.

Requirements

  • Have the right to work in Spain

    Heetch doesn't mention sponsorship in the ad.

  • Be near Barcelona for hybrid days

    No relocation package mentioned.

  • Have 7+ years of experience

    Staff-level role.

Skills

Nice to have

Requirements

Nice to have

- Experience in marketplace or pricing systems (supply-demand modelling, matching, or fraud detection)

- Experience leading data science guilds, chapters, or communities of practice

- Familiarity with MLOps, feature stores, or causal inference frameworks

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The role

What you'll do

- Lead data science initiatives with company-wide impact - from experimentation frameworks to ML systems and causal inference methods

- Define best practices and standards for experimentation, modelling, and analytical excellence across teams

- Partner with Product and Engineering leadership to identify and prioritise high-leverage opportunities

- Develop and deploy scalable models and data products that drive measurable business outcomes

- Mentor and coach other data scientists and analysts, helping them deliver higher-impact work

- Communicate insights and recommendations to senior leadership, influencing product and growth strategy

- Contribute to Heetch's data platform evolution, ensuring data quality, reliability, and efficiency at scale

About the Role

We're looking for a Staff Data Scientist to shape the future of our marketplace through advanced analytics, experimentation, and machine learning. You'll define the technical direction of data science initiatives, influence product strategy, and mentor other data scientists to elevate our analytical standards and impact.

As a Senior Technical Leader, you'll partner closely with Product, Engineering, and Operations teams to turn data into decisions that improve reliability, growth, and user experience across markets.

You'll Thrive In This Role If You

- Have a deep understanding of statistics, experimentation, and causal inference, and know how to apply them pragmatically

- Are fluent in Python, SQL, and modern data/ML tooling

- Have experience bringing ML models into production and measuring their long-term business impact

- Are skilled at translating complex technical findings into actionable business insights

- Are a collaborative leader who mentors peers and sets high standards for analytical rigor and impact

- Have 7+ years of experience in data science, ideally with 2-3 years in a Staff-level or tech-lead capacity

About Heetch

Heetch is a ride-hailing and mobility platform that started as a nighttime ride-sharing service and has evolved into a broader transportation network. The company operates primarily in France and several African countries, offering ride-hailing services through its app. It is known for its focus on providing affordable and reliable transportation options, particularly in underserved markets.

In Spain, Heetch has a presence with a focus on data science and technology roles, as indicated by the current opening for a Staff Data Scientist. The company's work culture emphasizes innovation and data-driven decision-making, making it an attractive option for international professionals looking to contribute to a growing mobility platform. While its Spain office is smaller, it offers opportunities for impactful work in a dynamic and expanding company.

Industry
Mobility
Founded
2013
Employees
100–500
Headquarters
Paris, France
Website
heetch.com

Good to know if you are moving

  • Heetch is headquartered in Paris, France, and has a strong presence in French-speaking African markets, offering opportunities for international mobility.
  • The company's Spain presence is focused on data science and technology, with roles like Staff Data Scientist indicating a data-driven culture.
  • Heetch's work environment is dynamic and startup-like, with a focus on innovation and growth in the mobility sector.
  • International hires may find opportunities to work on impactful projects in a company that is expanding its footprint across Europe and Africa.
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