Data Scientist at Bloomreach

We need one to Design, develop, and enhance ML/AI models which mainly power Search and Recommendation.

Qualifications:

• BS/MS degree in Computer Science or a related discipline with a strong mathematical foundation.
• 5-10 years experience building ML-driven fast and scalable ML/analytical algorithms in a
• corporate/startup environment using Python, Spark/MLlib and Hadoop.
• Strong understanding of various machine learning and natural language processing technologies, such as classification, information retrieval, clustering, knowledge graph, semi-supervised learning and ranking.
• Excellent exploratory data analysis skills with ability to slice and dice data at scale using SQL in Redshift/BigQuery.
• Excellent problem solving, analytical and communication skills.
• Exposure to deep learning stack (PyTorch/Keras/TensorFlow) and techniques (Representation/Transfer Learning, RNN/LSTM, Transformers).
• Experience working with distributed systems like Spark/Hadoop at significant scale in a cloud-based production environment (AWS/GCP/Azure).

Description

Bloomreach is the leader in commerce experience™. Our flagship product, brX, is the only digital experience platform that utilizes the full spectrum of commerce data, from product to customer, alongside content management capabilities, and AI-driven search, merchandising, and personalization in one flexible, API-first platform. We serve over 700 global brands including Albertsons, Staples, Bosch, Puma, FC Bayern München, and Marks & Spencer, and power $200 billion in digital commerce experiences annually.

Our mission for our team is to make careers at Bloomreach the most impactful professional experience of people’s lives. Bloomreach is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. At Bloomreach we have created a safe space and actively encourage Bloomreachers to bring their whole selves to work, embracing what makes each person in our company unique.

For more information, visit Bloomreach.com, follow us on Twitter @Bloomreach_tm, or on LinkedIn at http://www.linkedin.com/company/bloomreach.

We are currently expanding our Data science team and are looking for a new Data Scientist. The salary range is €3,000 - €4,000. Could you be one of them?

Responsibilities:

• Design, develop, and enhance ML/AI models which mainly power Search and Recommendation.
• Crunch historical data, search queries, product catalog, and images to extract hidden relations and features.
• Conduct research to explore ongoing cutting-edge ML techniques (especially Deep Learning) and ability to lead/conduct a quick POC.
• Ability to influence and contribute to the AI/data roadmap for the company.
• Lead the effort to integrate and scale the ML components to a production-level that can handle terabytes of data.
• Guide and mentor junior members of the team.
• Participate in lean and agile development processes in a test and monitoring-driven environment, while collaborating with Backend Engineers and Product Managers.

More things you'll like about Bloomreach:

• Culture:
  • A great deal of freedom and trust. At Bloomreach we don’t clock in and out, and we have neither corporate rules nor long approval processes. This freedom goes hand in hand with responsibility. We are interested in results from day one.
  • At Bloomreach, we believe in flexible working hours to accommodate your working style.
  • We organize company events (summits) twice a year to experience the global spirit of the company and get excited about what's ahead.
  • We have a friendly atmosphere and motivated colleagues who like what they do.
  • The Bloomreach Glassdoor page elaborates on our 4.7/5 rating.
• Personal Development:
  • We have a People Development Program - using competency maps, participating in weekly personal development workshops on various topics run by experts from inside the company.
  • Our managers participate in the leadership development program to develop in the areas we consider essential for any leader.
  • Bloomreachers utilize the personal education budget on an annual basis to purchase education products (books, courses, etc.)
  • There's access to Udemy courses for all employees.
  • Our resident communication coach is available for work-related communications challenges.
• Well-being:
  • The employee assistance program - with counselors - is available for non-work-related challenges.
  • Bloomreachers enjoy DisConnect days to unwind and focus on activities away from the screen with our loved ones.
  • We facilitate sports, yoga, and meditation opportunities for each other.
  • There's extended parental leave available (with regional specifics).
• Compensation:
  • Bloomreachers get rewarded based on their commitment and capabilities.
  • Everyone gets to participate in the company's success through the company performance bonus.
  • Bloomreachers get stock options granted depending on their role, seniority, and location.
  • We offer an employee referral bonus of up to 3000 USD paid out immediately after the new hire starts.
  • Bloomreach provides a monthly lunch entitlement (with regional specifics).
  • There's a pension scheme (with regional specifics).
  • Employees get a healthcare plan (with regional specifics).
  • We celebrate work anniversaries - Bloomversaries!