Head of Data Science

In this role, you will

• Build, scale, and develop the Data Science team, including hiring, mentoring, and performance evaluation
• Define and execute a Data Science strategy aligned with business priorities
• Oversee the full lifecycle of DS projects from problem formulation to deploying models into production
• Prioritize initiatives based on business impact (ROI, time-to-market)
• Collaborate closely with product managers, analysts, engineers, and C-level executives

It’s all about you

• Proven ability to implement best practices in Data Science: reproducibility, A/B testing, ML monitoring
• Strong track record in maintaining model quality (performance, drift, latency)
• Advanced Python skills (pandas, sklearn, numpy, xgboost; pytorch/tf is a plus)
• High-level SQL expertise (large datasets, query optimization)
• Hands-on experience with ML pipelines, orchestration (Airflow, Prefect), and monitoring (Evidently, MLflow, Prometheus)
• Experience with GCP
• Solid understanding of A/B testing, causal inference, and statistics
• Familiarity with architecture fundamentals (API, data pipelines, microservices — integration level)
• Cloud experience with AWS or Azure
• Knowledge of distributed computation tools (e.g., Spark, CloudRun)
• Proven track record with generative AI/NLP model deployment
• Experience in startups or high-growth companies
• Publications, conference speaking, achievements on Kaggle, or open-source contributions
 Would be a plus
• Experience optimizing company processes through AI solutions
• Implementation of AI tools across departments (development, support, marketing, etc.)

What we offer

Care and support:
• 20 paid vacation days, 15 sick leave days, and 6 additional days off for family events
• 100% medical insurance coverage
• Sports and equipment reimbursement
• Team building events, corporate gifts, and stylish merch
• Financial and legal support
• Maternity Recovery Support Allowance
• Position retention and support for those who join the Armed Forces of Ukraine
• Participation in social initiatives supporting Ukraine 
  Comfortable working environment: 
• Work from our Kyiv hub or remotely with a flexible schedule
• Modern equipment or depreciation of your own tools 
  Investment in your future: 
• Collaborate with a highly-skilled team of Middle & Senior professionals, sharing practical cases and expertise in the social networking niche
• 70% of our heads and leads have grown into their roles here – so can you!
• Performance-oriented reviews and Individual Development Plans (IDPs)
• Reimbursement for professional courses and English classes
• Corporate library, book club, and knowledge-sharing events

Hiring process

• Intro call
• Technical Interview
• Interview with Hiring Manager
• Final Interview
• Reference check
• Offer