Data Scientist

We are looking for an experienced Data Scientist to join the Lab Unit at Central Israel.
The unit is responsible for developing advanced analytical models to solve business challenges and support strategic objectives.
Responsibilities

Understand business problems and formulate and develop appropriate analytical solutions
Work with databases, complex queries, and process development using SQL
Build and maintain models using Python
Deploy models from development environments to production
Perform analyses and effectively present findings and insights to stakeholders
Apply coding best practices and software development methodologies
Collaborate closely with Product, Engineering, and Research teams
Work independently while contributing effectively within a team environment

Requirements

Relevant academic degree in Economics, Computer Science, Industrial Engineering (Information Systems), Statistics, or a related field
Strong ability to understand business problems and formulate and develop appropriate analytical solutions
High proficiency in SQL (working with databases, complex queries, and process development) and Python
At least 1–2 years of experience working as a Data Scientist
Experience deploying models from development environments to production
Strong analytical skills, including the ability to perform analyses and effectively present findings and insights
Knowledge and understanding of coding best practices and software development methodologies
Advantage: Experience with NLP models, particularly Transformers and BERT, as well as Information Retrieval and Generative AI technologies (e.g., RAG, LLMs, and related frameworks)
Advantage: Previous experience working as a Data Analyst
Advantage: Previous experience in financial services or other traditional/enterprise organizations
Significant advantage: Experience working with Dataiku
Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively within a team environment
Strong communication skills and the ability to work closely with Product, Engineering, and Research teams