Senior Data Scientist & Team Lead

Join and lead Fractory’s Data Team 🎉

Location: Flexible (Tartu or Tallinn preferred)

Type: Full-time

Fractory is at the forefront of revolutionizing manufacturing with data-driven solutions. Our platform connects companies with production capacity, automating quoting, optimizing supply chains, and driving efficiencies.

We are looking for a Senior Data Scientist & Team Lead to join our growing Data & Analytics team. This role combines deep technical data science expertise with strong business ownership and leadership responsibilities. You will lead a small team working on impactful projects, with a strong focus on pricing automation and workflow automation— two key levers for Fractory’s growth.

⚙️Hands-On Technical Contributor

This is not a purely managerial role—approximately 60-70% of your time will be spent on technical work. You’ll be knee-deep in data, building models, pipelines, and tools that have real impact across our business.

🧭Independent Leader with Ownership

We’re looking for a proactive self-starter who is comfortable taking ownership and driving initiatives forward. In a small team, versatility is key—you should enjoy switching between different types of work.

The Role 📈

• Lead Data Science Projects Take ownership of impactful data science and machine learning solutions that drive business growth. Work closely with product, engineering, and business teams.
• Mentor and Grow Your Team Lead and coach a talented team of scientists and analysts, helping them grow while pushing the team’s performance and collaboration.
• Data-Driven Decisions Ensure decisions are based on KPIs. Lead the creation and prioritization of data-driven opportunities and stop non-impactful work.
• Optimize Processes Help drive our team's and platform's efficiency by identifying areas to streamline and scale.
• Cross-Team Collaboration Work closely with other teams to align data-driven insights with business needs.
• Constant Learning Stay current with the latest trends in data science, machine learning, and manufacturing technologies.
  
  

What We're Looking For 🕵️‍♂️

• Hands-on Data Expertise You have strong data science, machine learning, and statistical analysis skills. You know how to implement these in production environments.
• Leadership & Mentorship You’ve led teams, mentoring and motivating them to perform at their best.
• Problem Solving You break down complex problems into manageable solutions that balance efficiency and impact.
• Collaboration You work well with diverse teams, aligning efforts and ensuring smooth communication.
• KPIs & Business Focus You prioritize work based on data insights, setting and using KPIs to make strategic decisions.
• Tech-Savvy Expertise in Python, R, SQL. Experience with MLOps, cloud platforms, and CI/CD pipelines is a plus.
• Passion for Learning You’re always learning, improving, and curious about new technologies and methods.
  
  

You will stand out 💫

• Experience in B2B platforms or supply chain data.
• Interest in mechanical engineering or 3D modeling.
  
  

What we offer 🤝

• A chance to make a real business impact with your work, not just ship models into a vacuum.
• A collaborative and supportive team that values outcomes over egos.
• Competitive salary and benefits
• Flexible working arrangements
• Benefits like
  
  

💭 Confido Health Insurance - dental care, mental health, Optics, etc

💭 Stebby sports compensation

💭 Biweekly office lunches

Hiring Process ⌛️

• Application Review We’ll review your application and get back to you within a week.
• 30-Minute Video Call with Recruiter A quick chat with a recruiter to discuss your experience, the role, and assess cultural fit.
• 30-Minute Video Call with CTO Discuss the role in more detail, your experience, and how you'd fit into the team.
• Office Meet-Up with Senior Data Engineers Engage in a technical task and a technical discussion to evaluate your skills and approach.
• 1-Hour Call with CTO This is your chance to ask any remaining questions and for us to finalize the evaluation of your fit.
• Final Decision We’ll inform you of the outcome and next steps.