FAQs
What is the main focus of the (Associate) Data Scientist - Logistics, Rider role at Delivery Hero?
The main focus of this role is to help create a fast, reliable, and transparent delivery experience by working on projects that enhance the rider journey, particularly during the last 100 meters of delivery. This includes providing accurate route information, improving location identification, and developing fraud detection models.
What qualifications are required for this position?
Candidates should be fluent in Python and familiar with its scientific computing stack (NumPy, Pandas, Scikit-learn, Matplotlib). They should also have strong SQL skills, experience with software engineering tools like Git and Docker, and prior experience applying machine learning to real-world datasets. A sense of responsibility and strong communication skills are also important.
What is the working environment like for this role?
The working environment is described as diverse, international, and inclusive, located in the heart of Berlin. Delivery Hero emphasizes fast-paced action and adaptability, fostering a culture where creative minds can deliver impactful solutions within their ecosystem.
What kind of projects will the Data Scientist work on?
The Data Scientist will work on projects centered around experimental design and A/B testing, fraud modeling, location denoising, and other logistical challenges, impacting a global tech organization that delivers over 5 million orders daily.
Are there any preferred qualifications or experiences that would enhance a candidate's application?
Nice-to-haves include prior exposure to location data and geospatial modeling, experience in logistics or e-commerce, hands-on experience with A/B testing, and experience deploying complex models to serve live traffic.
How does Delivery Hero address diversity and inclusion in hiring?
Delivery Hero is committed to diversity and inclusion, emphasizing that they do not discriminate based on race, gender, sexual orientation, age, or any other identity. They focus on hiring individuals who bring character and talent to the role, encouraging candidates to be themselves.
What is the team structure within the Data Science squad?
The Data Science squad works closely with an amazing team of ML engineers who build reusable tooling, enabling data scientists to concentrate on solving modeling challenges. They also integrate closely with product teams to stay attuned to organizational needs.
What level of coding experience is expected for this position?
Candidates are expected to write clean, maintainable code following best practices and should know how to run their code in a container for reusability and cloud deployment.
Are there opportunities for growth within this role?
Yes, the environment is described as fast-moving and encourages creative problem-solving, allowing individuals to grow their skills and impact projects significantly within an influential global organization.

