Lead Data Scientist

Job Description

Job Description You will work with a global team dedicated to the development of E-Commerce products, a new way to measure how people shop online. Supporting our recent Fox Intelligence acquisition, we are looking for someone to develop our E-Commerce measurement offerings in EU countries and then deliver other E-Commerce initiatives in Western Europe. Ideally, you should have familiarity with consumer sourced data, exposure to business intelligence or market research, and have experience with weighting and projection algorithms. You should have a passion for challenging data opportunities! Responsibilities Utilize Fox Intelligence?s datasets to deliver best-in-class E-Commerce measurement to Western European markets ? evaluating and integrating internal and external truth sets to serve as weighting targets Execute weighting and projection on consumer sourced data, evaluating quality of results against available truth sets and algorithm KPIs Evaluate current E-Commerce measurement methodologies to identify opportunities for enhancement Deliver on methodology enhancements to data collection methodologies, improving overall quality from client perspective Deliver codebase and documentation to local Data Science, Technical and Operations teams Prototype as well as support pilot programs to drive innovation. WE'RE LOOKING FOR PEOPLE WHO HAVE: Bachelor?s or Master?s Degree or Doctorate Degree Experienced in high-level programming languages (Python or R) Knowledge in SQL, working with queries and large-scale databases Excellent statistical and logic skills. Experience in trend analysis, multivariate statistics (parametric/ non-parametric), sampling, bias reduction, indirect estimation, data aggregation techniques, weighting and projection, and model validation techniques Strong communication and collaboration skills Ability to effectively convey complex concepts to non-experts Business acumen, the ability to link client's needs with the business Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously Fluency in French, German or Italian a plus! Additional Information Our Benefits Flexible working environment Volunteer time off LinkedIn Learning Employee-Assistance-Program (EAP) About NIQ NIQ is the world?s leading consumer intelligence company, delivering the most complete understanding of consumer buying behavior and revealing new pathways to growth. In 2023, NIQ combined with GfK, bringing together the two industry leaders with unparalleled global reach. With a holistic retail read and the most comprehensive consumer insights?delivered with advanced analytics through state-of-the-art platforms?NIQ delivers the Full View?. NIQ is an Advent International portfolio company with operations in 100+ markets, covering more than 90% of the world?s population. For more information, visit NIQ.com Want to keep up with our latest updates? Follow us on: LinkedIn | Instagram | Twitter | Facebook Our commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion At NIQ, we are steadfast in our commitment to fostering an inclusive workplace that mirrors the rich diversity of the communities and markets we serve. We believe that embracing a wide range of perspectives drives innovation and excellence. All employment decisions at NIQ are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws. We invite individuals who share our dedication to inclusivity and equity to join us in making a meaningful impact. To learn more about our ongoing efforts in diversity and inclusion, please visit the https://nielseniq.com/global/en/news-center/diversity-inclusion