Data Science Architect
We’re looking for an exceptional Data Science Architect to join our world-class data engineering team. You will leverage cutting edge techniques (predictive modelling, Machine Learning, AI) to revolutionize how the fashion industry operates.There has never been a better time for data at Rue : having recently acquired Gilt, we have a treasure trove of new data that opens up many exciting greenfield projects.
The right candidate is both an innovator capable of visualizing the big picture, as well as an effective communicator of sophisticated/complex technical ideas. You will evolve best practices and grow the data science discipline for the people behind Rue La La and Gilt.
Responsibilities:
- Solve the most challenging problems in fashion using innovative AI techniques
- Proactively identify and develop expertise in new technologies, methodologies, and techniques facilitating data science and systems engineering
- Identify predictive analytics opportunities to solve business problems and drive value
- Launch novel data science products
- Design and manage experiments/pilots to test hypotheses
- Lead cross-function projects from conception, through ideation and execution, to completion
- Partner and coordinate with Product, Business & Engineering to operationalize analytical models
Qualifications:
- Expertise in deep learning, collaborative filtering, clustering, classification, regression, information retrieval, and/or statistical modeling.
- Experience with Spark, Hive, Redshift, Snowflake or similar big data tools and technology
- Fluency working with machine learning tools such as Python data science packages
- Coding experience with SQL, Java, Scala or Python
- Exceptional analytical, problem solving, decision making, communication, and organizational skills
- Recommended education and experience:
- PhD in applied mathematics, computer science, operations research, statistics or other quantitative disciplines
- Or Master’s in quantitative disciplines plus 5+ year experience in predictive modeling and advanced analytics
- Or Bachelor’s in quantitative disciplines plus 7+ year experience in predictive modeling and advanced analytics
ABOUT US:
Rue Gilt Groupe is the premier off-price e-commerce portfolio company, connecting more than 30 million members with coveted designers at an exceptional value. Two complementary brands, Rue La La and Gilt, utilize world-class merchandising, technology and marketing to strategically support our brand partners and inspire members daily. Our approach to retail brings excitement to online shopping and the best-in-class experience that today's customers demand.
This Company is an equal opportunity employer, and selects individuals best matched for the job based upon job-related qualifications regardless of race, religion, color, creed, sex, sexual orientation, age, ancestry, national origin, gender identity, genetic information, disability, pregnancy, veteran or military status or any other status or characteristic protected by law.