Yassir

Data Scientist

Algiers, Algeria
Machine Learning Keras TensorFlow API Python
Description
Yassir is the leading super App in the Maghreb region set to changing the way daily services are provided. It currently operates in 45 cities across Algeria, Morocco and Tunisia with recent expansions into France, Canada and Sub-Saharan Africa. It is backed (~$200M in funding) by VCs from Silicon Valley, Europe and other parts of the world.
We offer on-demand services such as ride-hailing and last-mile delivery. Building on this infrastructure, we are now introducing financial services to help our users pay, save and borrow digitally.
Helping usher the continent into a digital economy era. We’re not just about serving people - we’re about creating a marketplace to bring people what they need while infusing social values.

ABOUT THE ROLE

In this role, you will be part of our data science and engineering team, working on ML-based algorithms for real-time decision making to power our on-demand and payment marketplaces which involve real-time order demand, delivery and merchant supplies. This will include real-time algorithms and working closely with software engineers for integration and deployment.

TASKS

  • Set up and manage our AI development and production infrastructure.
  • Help business stakeholders understand the potential and limitations of AI when planning new products.
  • Build data ingest and data transformation infrastructure.
  • Identify transfer learning opportunities and new training datasets.
  • Build AI models from scratch and help product managers and stakeholders understand results.
  • Deploy AI models into production.
  • Create APIs and put results of your AI models into operations.
  • Keep current of latest AI research relevant to our business domain.
  • Ensure the performance, quality, and responsiveness of applications
  • Collaborate with a team to define, design, and ship new features
  • Identify and correct bottlenecks and fix bugs
  • Help maintain code quality, organization, and automatization
  • Participate in brainstorming sessions and contribute ideas to our technology, algorithms and products.
  • Work with the engineering and design teams to understand end-user requirements, formulate use cases, and then translate that into a pragmatic and effective technical solution
  • Dive into difficult problems and successfully deliver results on schedule

REQUIREMENTS

  • At least 1-year of experience in a similar role
  • Demonstrated proficiency in Python for machine learning
  • Experience in building machine learning models and leveraging pre-trained models in platforms such as Keras, TensorFlow or Theano.
  • Demonstrated commitment to learning about AI through your own initiatives through courses, books, or side projects.
  • Outstanding written & verbal communication skills. You can break down and explain complex machine learning initiatives and trade-offs to a non-tech audience
  • Outstanding project management skills and leadership abilities. You are ready to build and grow a machine learning team
  • Comfortable working in an entrepreneurial environment with a demonstrated ability to prioritise, self-start, contribute under pressure, and meet tight deadlines
  • Experience in a rapidly growing company in the mobility, on-demand or fintech space is a plus
  • BSc/MSc in Engineering, Computer Science, or relevant field. MS degree and above preferred

BENEFITS

  • Great compensation and bonuses including stock options.
  • Ground floor opportunity with the team; shape the strategic direction of the company.
  • Sharp, motivated co-workers in a fun office environment.
  • Full social coverage.

PERKS

  • Ground floor opportunity with the team; shape the strategic direction of the company.
  • The rare opportunity to change the world around you such that everyone around you is using the product you built. We’re not just another app, we’re infusing social values and reinventing how services are provided.
  • Sharp, motivated co-workers in a fun office environment.
At Yassir, we believe in the power of diversity and the importance of an inclusive culture. So, if you're ready to bring your unique perspective and experiences to the table, then we're excited to listen.

Don't just apply for a job, come and be a part of our journey. Let's create a better tomorrow together.

We look forward to receiving your application!

Best of luck,
Your Yassir TA Team


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