Data Scientist

About Us:

At Forward Earth, we are dedicated to making sustainability and decarbonization core elements of every business. Our innovative software equips partners with carbon management tools that simplify compliance, reduce emissions, and bolster success in a sustainable economy. We are committed to reducing emissions across products and supply chains, helping combat global climate change. Our goal is to automate carbon management, making it accessible and scalable, empowering users to optimize processes and achieve substantial emission reductions.

We’re looking for:

Problem solvers who thrive on big-picture thinking and crafting elegant solutions. We value diversity, inclusion, and a collaborative culture rooted in respect. At Forward Earth, we set ambitious goals, support one another, and uphold excellence in all our endeavours.

About the Role:

We are looking for a data scientist to join our team, to help us improve our data platform and to create and improve our AI-offering.

Responsibilities

• Analyze large datasets to extract actionable insights, build predictive models, and support data-driven decision-making across various sustainability initiatives.
• Design and implement machine learning algorithms and statistical models to optimize environmental impact strategies and improve operational efficiency.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to interpret results, communicate findings, and present data-driven recommendations to stakeholders for sustainable project growth.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of professional data science experience, with Python as your primary language.

Required Skills

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience in a quantative field (Statistics, Mathematics, Computer Science, Engineering, etc.)
• Solid understanding of core data science concepts, including the lifecycle of model development and quality metrics.
• Experience with NLP; multi-language task experience is a plus.
• Experience deploying software to production.
• MLOps or DevOps experience and have worked in cloud environments, ideally AWS. Bonus if you’ve used SageMaker in production.
• Strong understanding of scalable databases and data pipelines in cloud environments.
• Excellent teamwork and communication skills, with professional-level English.
• Ability to find new approaches, learn new things independently, and a strong problem-solving mindset.
• Already based in Berlin, with eligibility to work in Germany and available to start soon!

What We Offer:

• A pivotal role in advancing carbon management technology and using your powers for good.
• Hybrid / remote-flexible work environment, where we are based in Berlin but enjoy a "hybrid" / remote-first way of working.
• Significant growth potential within a rapidly expanding company.
• A dynamic, supportive work environment that champions innovation, initiative, and diversity.

Equal Opportunity Statement:

Forward-Earth is dedicated to creating an inclusive, diverse workplace where everyone is valued and empowered. We believe diverse experiences fosters innovation, invention, and problem-solving. This yields different perspectives, and effective problem solving.

We build a work culture that is based on respect, kindness, acceptance and compassion.

In order to ensure that our workforce reflects the wide range of communities we serve, we embrace inclusivity and are dedicated to creating a work environment where everyone can thrive, contribute, and grow.