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.
do.BETTER - our diversity & inclusion strategy: https://corporate.zalando.com/en/diversity-inclusion
Our employee resource groups: https://corporate.zalando.com/en/diversity-inclusion/our-employee-resource-groups
WHAT WE’D LOVE YOU TO DO (AND LOVE DOING)
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Creating long term research roadmaps addressing wide business goals.
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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.
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Keeping the team up-to-date with the latest research on experimentation.
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Collaborating with other applied scientists, product managers, software developers, data engineers, data analysts and commercial stakeholders.
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Providing egoless constructive scientific feedback to peers and coaching junior colleagues to become great researchers.
WE’D LOVE TO MEET YOU IF
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Ph.D. in Economics or a similar field with an emphasis on quantitative research methods. At least two years of experience post-Ph.D.
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Proven expertise in A/B testing.
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Experience with quasi-experimental research methods (e.g. matching, difference-in-differences) is an advantage.
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Strong general scientific problem solving skills.
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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.
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Able to communicate analytical insights to both technical and non-technical audiences.
WE'D LOVE TO MEET YOU IF
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A workplace run on trust, empowerment and feedback; positive, inspiring working atmosphere.
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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.
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Mentoring and personal development opportunities and an international team of experts.
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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.
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Employee shares program
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40% off fashion and beauty products sold and shipped by Zalando, 30% off Zalando Lounge, discounts from external partners
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2 paid volunteering days a year
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Hybrid working model, with flexible hours and up to 60% remote
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Work from abroad for up to 30 working days a year
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27 days of vacation a year to start
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Relocation assistance available (subject to prior agreement)
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Family services, including counselling and support
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Health and wellbeing options (including Gympass)
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Mental health support and coaching available
ABOUT ZALANDOIt’s the perfect time to join Zalando on our journey, from being a pioneer in the world of e-commerce, to the starting point for fashion in Europe. We connect customers, brands, and partners across 23 markets.
Help us drive digital and sustainable solutions for fashion, logistics, advertising and research, bringing head-to-toe fashion to more than 48 million active customers through a team of diverse skill-sets, cultural backgrounds, and interests.
Our values https //jobs.zalando.com/en/our-founding-mindset
do.More - our sustainability strategy https://corporate.zalando.com/en/sustainability
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Please note that all applications must be completed using the online form - we do not accept applications via email.
Top Skills
What We Do
Welcome to Zalando. Here’s some key info about us:
Our position and vision:
- We’re Europe’s leading online platform for fashion and lifestyle
- Founded in Berlin in 2008, we bring head-to-toe fashion to more than 50 million active customers in 25 markets; offering clothes, footwear, accessories, and beauty
- Our vision is to become The Starting Point For Fashion.
Our offering:
- Our assortment of international brands ranges from world-famous names to local labels
- Our platform is a one-stop fashion destination for inspiration, innovation, and interaction
- As Europe’s most fashionable tech company, we work hard to find digital solutions for every aspect of the fashion journey: for our customers, partners, and friends of our brand.
- Our logistics network with 12 centrally located fulfillment centers allows us to efficiently serve our customers throughout Europe, supported by warehouses in Italy, France, Poland, and Sweden with a focus on local customer needs.
Our beliefs:
- Our ambition is to combine our passion for self-expression through fashion with our unwavering commitments to sustainability and D&I
- We believe that our integration of fashion, operations, and online technology gives us the capability to deliver a compelling value proposition to both our customers and fashion brand partners.
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