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Deliveroo
London
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The Data & Science Org At Deliveroo we have an
outstanding data science organisation, with a mission to enable the
highest quality human and machine decision-making. We work
throughout the company - in product, business and platform teams -
using analysis, experimentation, causal inference and machine
learning techniques. We are uniquely placed to use data to help
make better decisions and improve data literacy across Deliveroo.
Data Scientists at Deliveroo report into our data science
management team, and we have a highly active data science
community, with guest lecturers, study groups, mentorship
programmes, a robust technical review process, and plenty of
opportunities to learn new things. Data Scientists can equally
progress as technical leads (individual contributors) and as people
managers. Our data scientists come from all kinds of backgrounds
but have excellence in common. Many are formally trained in data
science, many are not. We celebrate difference and have a dedicated
data science diversity committee. As a data scientist at Deliveroo,
your main goal is to maximise business impact within one of many
business areas. You will help answer questions like: - Which
markets/cities should we enter next? - How can we incentivise good
rider behaviour? - What is the impact of exclusive deals we have
with restaurants? - How do we optimise our compensation policy to
keep our customers happy and ordering with Deliveroo? - What are
the trade-offs we face when choosing between growth and
profitability? How should we decide between them? - How much should
our pricing vary by distance and by market? - What is the optimum
selection and variety of restaurants in a particular area? - How do
we adapt our consumer app to better suit grocery shoppers? The work
you will do will have a direct, measurable impact on the bottom
line of the company. Requirements: - 6+ years experience in Data
Science (or similar) roles. - Great communication skills - in
person, in writing, in code; to technical and non-technical
audiences - A problem solver with a deep analytical mindset -
Ability to think creatively and insightfully about business
problems - A critical thinker with very strong attention to detail

  • Proficiency with analytical tools like R/Python and familiarity
    with SQL - A pragmatic, flexible approach, where you most care
    about achieving impact - Excellent people skills — you'll be
    meeting with stakeholders to translate business needs into data
    science problems At Deliveroo these are just some of the tough
    problems we are solving - and there is no challenge that cannot be
    yours. The scope for growth and personal impact is enormous. Why
    Deliveroo Our mission is to transform the way you shop and eat,
    bringing the neighbourhood to your door by connecting consumers,
    restaurants, shops and riders. We are transforming the way the
    world eats and shops by making access to food and products more
    convenient and enjoyable. We give people the opportunity to buy
    what they want, as they want it, when and where they want it. We
    are a technology-driven company at the forefront of the most
    rapidly expanding industry in the world. We are still a small team,
    making a very large impact, looking to answer some of the most
    interesting questions out there. We move fast, value autonomy and
    ownership, and we are always looking for new ideas. Workplace &
    Benefits At Deliveroo we know that people are the heart of the
    business and we prioritise their welfare. Benefits differ by
    country, but we offer many benefits in areas including healthcare,
    well-being, parental leave, pensions, and generous annual leave
    allowances, including time off to support a charitable cause of
    your choice. Benefits are country-specific, please ask your
    recruiter for more information. Diversity At Deliveroo, we believe
    a great workplace is one that represents the world we live in and
    how beautifully diverse it can be. That means we have no judgement
    when it comes to any one of the things that make you who you are -
    your gender, race, sexuality, religion or a secret aversion to
    coriander. All you need is a passion for (most) food and a desire
    to be part of one of the fastest-growing businesses in a rapidly
    growing industry. We are committed to diversity, equity and
    inclusion in all aspects of our hiring process. We recognise that
    some candidates may require adjustments to apply for a position or
    fairly participate in the interview process. If you require any
    adjustments, please don't hesitate to let us know. We will make
    every effort to provide the necessary adjustments to ensure you
    have an equitable opportunity to succeed.
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