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Junior Data Scientist
Sunweb Group • Rotterdam, NL • 23h geleden
At Sunweb Group , we're passionate about creating unforgettable holiday experiences. As a Junior Data Scientist , you'll be part of a small but experienced team, working at the intersection of business impact and machine learning. You'll develop and deploy operational Machine Learning models that directly support and optimize all areas of our business - from pricing and personalization to forecasting and marketing.
Our models don't just stay in notebooks. At Sunweb, your code runs in production without manual interference - delivering real value in real time. You'll work in a supportive and flexible environment with the freedom to take ownership of your projects, while having access to experienced colleagues when you need it. Your contributions will help thousands of travelers enjoy seamless, personalized holiday experiences powered by your models.
Location: Rotterdam (Hybrid - 50% in office)
Start Date: Mid September / Beginning of October 2026
Availability : Fulltime
Reports to: Head of Data Science
This position is well-suited for candidates who have recently completed their Master's degree or are at the beginning of their professional career in Data Science.
What You'll Work On
As a Junior Data Scientist, you'll spend your time not only developing models and working with data, but also collaborating closely with stakeholders across the business. Success in this role requires curiosity, strong communication skills, and the ability to build relationships with colleagues from different departments. You'll work together with teams such as Pricing, Marketing, Product, and Commercial to understand business challenges and translate them into data-driven solutions.
In this versatile role, you'll work hands-on with data, create and implement ML models, communicate your findings to stakeholders, and develop the tools and dashboards that bring your insights ...