Principal Applied Scientist

Principal Applied Scientist - Lounge (all genders)

Berlin | Full time

THE ROLE & THE TEAM

As a Principal Applied Scientist at Zalando Lounge, you will foster data-driven decision-making by designing and analyzing complex A/B tests and serve as an in-house expert on causal inference and statistical modelling. You will influence development in key areas of our business, such as Pricing. Together with fellow economists on our team, you will represent our business unit in long-term company-wide research efforts that directly impact company strategy and product development.

INCLUSIVE BY DESIGN

We only assess candidates based on qualifications, merit, and business needs. We welcome applications from people of all gender identities, sexual orientations, personal expressions, racial identities, ethnicities, religious beliefs, and disability statuses. We only want to know why you’re great for this role, so please avoid including your picture, age, and marital status in your CV as well.

We want to provide you with a great candidate experience. Please feel free to inform us of any accommodations you may need, so we can best support and assist you throughout the hiring process.

WHAT WE’D LOVE YOU TO DO (AND LOVE DOING)

• Creating long term research roadmaps addressing wide business goals.

• Designing and carrying out experiments to address business questions, and coaching others to do so. For example, evaluate a new pricing algorithm through A/B testing.

• Keeping the team up-to-date with the latest research on experimentation.

• Collaborating with other applied scientists, product managers, software developers, data engineers, data analysts and commercial stakeholders.

• Providing egoless constructive scientific feedback to peers and coaching junior colleagues to become great researchers.

WE’D LOVE TO MEET YOU IF

• Ph.D. in Economics or a similar field with an emphasis on quantitative research methods. At least two years of experience post-Ph.D.

• Proven expertise in A/B testing.

• Experience with quasi-experimental research methods (e.g. matching, difference-in-differences) is an advantage.

• Strong general scientific problem solving skills.

• Highly proficient in R and/or Python and strong knowledge of SQL. Hands-on experience with Jupyter Notebooks, Airflow, Data Build Tool (DBT), PySpark, Databricks, and Git is a plus.

• Able to communicate analytical insights to both technical and non-technical audiences.

WE'D LOVE TO MEET YOU IF

• A workplace run on trust, empowerment and feedback; positive, inspiring working atmosphere.

• Competitive salary, employee share shop, 40% Zalando shopping discount, discounts from external partners, centrally located offices, public transport discounts, municipality services, great IT equipment, flexible working times, additional holidays and volunteering time off, free beverages and fruits, diverse sports and health offerings.

• Mentoring and personal development opportunities and an international team of experts.

• Relocation assistance for internationals, PME family service and parent & child rooms* (*available in select locations).

OUR OFFER

Zalando provides a range of benefits, here’s an overview of what you can expect. Ask your Talent Acquisition Partner to learn more about what we offer.

• Employee shares program

• 40% off fashion and beauty products sold and shipped by Zalando, 30% off Zalando Lounge, discounts from external partners

• 2 paid volunteering days a year

• Hybrid working model, with flexible hours and up to 60% remote

• Work from abroad for up to 30 working days a year

• 27 days of vacation a year to start

• Relocation assistance available (subject to prior agreement)

• Family services, including counselling and support

• Health and wellbeing options (including Gympass)

• Mental health support and coaching available