Data Scientist - Operations Optimization

Role Overview

As a Data Scientist focusing on Operations, you will play a pivotal role in enhancing how FINN manages and scales its operational infrastructure. Utilizing cutting-edge forecasting and optimization methodologies, you will predict capacity demands, optimize resource allocation, and tackle operational challenges that significantly impact the business. Your analyses will uncover latent trends, confirm the effectiveness of operational tactics, and provide actionable recommendations to the operations team. This opportunity suits an innovative problem solver eager to integrate data science with logistics and embrace AI-driven workflows.

Key Responsibilities

• Extract meaningful insights through detailed data analysis of operational trends, capacity utilization, and resource deployment to enhance efficiency.
• Create and test proof-of-concept models for new operational strategies, assessing their impact on critical performance indicators.
• Develop and maintain sophisticated forecasting and optimization models employing machine learning and operations research techniques to support scalable operations.
• Contribute analytically to the development and refinement of operational strategies aligned with company growth and goals.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with data, technology teams, and operations stakeholders to align projects with business priorities.

Candidate Profile

• Master's degree in fields such as Industrial Engineering, Data Science, Statistics, or Applied Mathematics; a PhD is advantageous.
• Minimum of three years experience within operations-intensive sectors like logistics, supply chain, mobility, or e-commerce fulfillment.
• Demonstrated expertise in data and time-series analyses, statistical modeling, and the end-to-end implementation of forecasting and optimization models.
• Experience integrating AI tools (e.g., Claude, Cursor) into daily analytic workflows for coding, data exploration, and project delivery.
• Familiarity with Agentic development methodologies.
• Proficiency with key technologies such as SQL, Python, and Google Cloud Platform.
• Hands-on background in operational and optimization challenges, including capacity planning and logistics.
• Strong communication skills for conveying technical concepts clearly to both technical teams and executive leadership.
• Excellent problem-solving capabilities to break down complex operational issues and deliver data-driven recommendations.
• Adaptable and able to thrive in a dynamic, fast-changing operational environment.
• Fluent in English, with German language skills considered beneficial.

Benefits and Work Environment

• Remote work option within Germany or office presence in Munich.
• Participation in a Virtual Stock Option Program (VSOP) offering shared company success benefits.
• Annual €3,000 development budget supporting personal and professional growth.
• Family-friendly policies including childcare subsidies, daycare access in Munich, and flexible working arrangements.
• Company pension plan with a 66% employer contribution.
• Discounts on car subscriptions and access to bike leasing schemes.
• Health and well-being support through subsidized fitness memberships and professional mental health services.
• Vibrant Munich office environment with quality coffee, fresh fruit, daily lunch subsidies, and social team events celebrating milestones.

Compensation

The annual gross salary for this position ranges from €69,000 to €80,000. Compensation is individualized based on experience, qualifications, and skills. Additional benefits include virtual company shares through the VSOP program.

About FINN

FINN is Germany's top car subscription platform and a mobility sector unicorn, employing over 400 professionals from diverse backgrounds. The company values a motivated team culture, a drive to innovate, and aims to simplify access to personal vehicles. The role offers an opportunity to contribute significantly to a fast-growing scale-up within the German mobility market.

Equal Opportunity Statement

FINN fosters an inclusive workplace that embraces diversity and provides equal opportunities regardless of age, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, religion, or any legally protected status.

Recruitment Process

Candidates will receive guidance throughout the hiring process with a point of contact to facilitate a smooth experience. The company applies AI-assisted tools for initial application analysis, but all final hiring decisions rest with human judgment. Transparency about data handling is available upon request.