Head of Data Science (d/f/m)
Location: Munich, Germany
Salary Range: €100,000–145,000 + competitive VSOP package
Working Mode: In-office
Language: C1 English
The client: A fast-growing, diverse tech company is looking for a visionary Head of Data Science to lead their team in shaping a sustainable energy future. This is an exciting opportunity to lead and grow a data science team, foster innovation, and drive the development of cutting-edge energy solutions.
Responsibilities
* Lead and expand a team of 8+ Data Scientists and Engineers (growing to 20 by year-end).
* Develop and refine algorithms optimizing energy system capacity and trading.
* Foster team growth, talent development, and technical excellence.
* Collaborate with leadership to define vision, strategy, and technical roadmaps.
* Balance innovation and delivery in a fast-paced, tech-driven environment.
* Oversee the development of cloud-based services and maintain a high standard of engineering.
Your Profile
* Master’s or advanced degree in Computer Science, Mathematics, Physics, or a related field.
* 10+ years in Data Science, including 5+ years in leadership roles.
* Proven experience delivering and maintaining machine learning models in production.
* Strong track record of managing high-performing teams and delivering complex projects.
* Exceptional communication skills for both technical and non-technical audiences.
* Experience in applied research and production deployment of data-driven solutions.
Bonus Skills
* Experience in the energy industry.
* Background in building and scaling data science teams.
* Worked in a start-up environment
Take the lead in driving innovation and advancing technology in the energy sector.