Location: Copenhagen
About Kantar and LIFT ROI
Kantar is the worlds leading data insights and consulting company; we shape the brands of tomorrow by better understanding people everywhere. LIFT ROI is a Kantar product that delivers an always-on Platform as a Service using state-of-the-art Bayesian statistics and machine learning to build Marketing Mix Models (MMM) including simulation and optimisation functionality to help our clients understand the drivers of sales and plan better outcomes.
About the Role
We are looking for a skilled and motivated Data Scientist to join our Global AI this role you will help develop and enhance our machine learning engine that delivers Bayesian inference models for MMM and other AI-powered products. Your work will directly influence how global brands measure and optimise their marketing investments.
The global LIFT ROI AI team currently includes five members in Copenhagen one in South Africa and nine in India. We collaborate closely with colleagues in Product Tech Modeling and Customer Success. Most of our work focuses on projects lasting several weeks to months that result in production-ready code and deployment while we also support ad hoc needs such as code reviews debugging and urgent product requests.
As a Data Scientist on the AI team you will:
Design and implement new framework features to improve model accuracy flexibility and scalability
Streamline the path from R&D to production without compromising quality
Contribute to a collaborative high-quality engineering culture through reviews issue resolution and knowledge sharing
Partner with cross-functional teams through clear communication training and timely delivery of solutions
About you
You thrive in a global team with frequent online collaboration alignment and training
You enjoy working on projects that span several weeks or months while setting aside time for occasional ad hoc tasks
You are a self-starter and clear communicator comfortable presenting the teams work to stakeholders
You actively contribute to discussions and feel confident sharing your opinions and concerns
You value craftsmanship and take pride in producing robust maintainable code
Qualifications
A masters degree in machine learning data science mathematics physics computer science statistics engineering or a related field or relevant experience outside academia
Proficiency in one or more programming languages for data science or systems development (e.g. R Python); you will primarily work in R
Hands-on experience in data analysis and statistical or machine learning modelling
Ability to translate analytical results into clear actionable insights for non-technical stakeholders
Preferred Skills
Knowledge of Bayesian and/or regression modeling optimization or statistical workflows
Understanding of coding best practices (e.g. clean code testing version control documentation)
What We Offer
Competitive salary
Flexible work hours and up to two days per week working from home
A collaborative quality-driven engineering culture
An opportunity to shape the technical foundation of an AI platform used by global brands
Clear growth paths and chances to take on more responsibility as you gain experience
A modern office with a view of Copenhagens iconic City Hall Square
Location
Copenhagen RaadhuspladsenDenmarkKantar Rewards Statement
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