Booking.com
Data Scientist 1 - FinTech
Booking.comNetherlands7 hours ago
Full-timeRemote FriendlyResearch, Analyst
About Us: At Booking.com, data drives our decisions. Technology is at our core. And innovation is everywhere. But our company is more than datasets, lines of code or A/B tests. We’re the thrill of the first night in a new place. The excitement of the next morning. The friends you encounter. The journeys you take. The sights you see. And the memories you make. Through our products, partners and people, we make it easier for everyone to experience the world.

Role Overview:

We are looking for a Data Scientist to join the team and lead the development of the next generation of data science solutions for FinTech Products.

Partnering with product development teams, this exciting role will provide opportunities to leverage the areas of experimental design, finance, statistical analysis/modeling, and business analysis to drive new sources of business value.

Key Job Responsibilities and Duties:

  • Drive Insight: Use advanced statistical techniques to transform raw data into clear, actionable business strategies.
  • Model Intelligence: Deploy statistical models to automate and optimize decision-making processes.
  • Shape the Roadmap: Partner with Product teams to forecast ROI and prioritize high-impact features.
  • Experiment at Scale: Design, execute, and interpret A/B tests to validate product hypotheses.
  • Take the Lead: Act as the primary data partner for a dedicated business vertical, owning the analytics lifecycle from end to end.


Role Qualifications and Requirements:

  • Experimentation Mastery: Expert-level knowledge of A/B testing and the underlying statistics (Hypothesis testing, Power, Significance, and Effect Size).
  • Technical Stack: High proficiency in SQL and at least one scripting language (preferably Python) for data manipulation and statistical modeling.
  • Full-Cycle Data Science: Experience navigating the entire project lifecycle—from identifying the business problem to getting stakeholder buy-in.
  • Predictive Modeling: A proven track record of using predictive analytics to solve real-world business challenges.
  • Strategic Communicator: Ability to distill complex statistical concepts into clear, "so-what" insights for non-technical partners.
  • Advanced Quantitative Degree: Masters or PhD in a quantitative field (Economics, CS, Physics, Math, etc.).


Benefits & Perks - Global Impact, Personal Relevance:

Booking.com’s Total Rewards Philosophy is not only about compensation but also about benefits. We offer a competitive compensation and benefits package, as well unique-to-Booking.com benefits which include:

  • Annual paid time off and generous paid leave scheme including: parent, grandparent, bereavement, and care leave
  • Hybrid working including flexible working arrangements, and up to 20 days per year working from abroad (home country)
  • Industry leading product discounts - up to 1400 per year - for yourself, including automatic Genius Level 3 status and Booking.com wallet credit


Inclusion at Booking.com:

Inclusion has been a core part of our company culture since day one. This ongoing journey starts with our very own employees, who represent over 140 nationalities and a wide range of ethnic and social backgrounds, genders and sexual orientations.

Take it from our Chief People Officer, Paulo Pisano: “At Booking.com, the diversity of our people doesn’t just build an outstanding workplace, it also creates a better and more inclusive travel experience for everyone. Inclusion is at the heart of everything we do. It’s a place where you can make your mark and have a real impact in travel and tech.”

We ensure that colleagues with disabilities are provided the adjustments and tools they need to participate in the job application and interview process, to perform crucial job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment.

Application Process:

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  • This role does not come with relocation assistance.


Booking.com is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. We strive to move well beyond traditional equal opportunity and work to create an environment that allows everyone to thrive.

Pre-Employment Screening

If your application is successful, your personal data may be used for a pre-employment screening check by a third party as permitted by applicable law. Depending on the vacancy and applicable law, a pre-employment screening may include employment history, education and other information (such as media information) that may be necessary for determining your qualifications and suitability for the position.

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