Vacatures data scientist

Over de functie

You will provide the advanced analytics and data science solutions for our fast-growing international e-commerce operation Cross Border Solutions. In this international business unit we have 13 offices worldwide with 1.200 employees, serving customes in over 190 countries!

Verantwoordelijkheden

Visible work: You deliver advanced analytics for our international e-commerce operation

Challenge: You will join a fast-paced, dynamic and at times hectic environment where you run projects end-to-end

Great atmosphere: Collaboration, tackling challenges, and having fun at work are key elements of the positive atmosphere in this team.

Freedom: You have the flexibility to work partly from home and partly at a flexible workspace in our vibrant and state-of-the-art office in the historic Stationspostgebouw, next to Holland Spoor station.

Responsibility: You have the freedom to largely shape your role and working hours.

Development opportunities: There are plenty of opportunities to take courses and grow into other roles or departments within the company.

Wat ga je doen

At PostNL our business unit "Cross Border Solutions" (CBS) makes it easy for people and businesses to communicate and trade across international boundaries. CBS aims to become the most respected service provider by supporting the cross-border e-commerce market through creative and innovative distribution solutions.

As a Medior Data Scientist within CBS, you design and deliver end-to-end AI-driven solutions that create measurable business impact across our international e-commerce network. You go beyond experimentation. You build scalable, production-ready data products that operate reliably in real-world environments. From problem definition and modeling to deployment and monitoring in the cloud, you take ownership of the full lifecycle of advanced analytics and AI solutions.

You translate complex logistics and commercial challenges into intelligent, maintainable, and user-oriented solutions. As a strategic partner to the business, you ensure that analytical models are not only accurate, but also scalable, reliable, and sustainable.

Wat vragen wij

You combine strong analytical expertise with engineering maturity and a product-oriented mindset. You are driven to translate data and AI into scalable, production-ready solutions that deliver real business value. You combine technical expertise with strong stakeholder management skills and a collaborative, people-oriented mindset.

Additionally, you recognize yourself in the following:

• 3+ years of experience in Data Science, Machine Learning, or a related field
• Proven experience developing and deploying end-to-end ML solutions in production environments
• Experience working with LLMs: you understand how the models and algortithms behind the LLM work, and have the internal curiosity to stay on top of the latest developments.
• Solid experience with machine learning algorithms and familiarity with modern AI/GenAI applications
• Experience implementing MLOps practices, including versioning, monitoring, and lifecycle management
• Excellent Python (object-oriented) and SQL skills, with a focus on clean architecture and modular design
• Experience with cloud environments (AWS) and containerization (e.g., Docker)
• A structured approach to writing clean, maintainable, and scalable code
• A proactive mindset and curiosity to explore and apply emerging AI techniques

Wat bieden wij

A role full of innovation, and work that you literally see on every street in the Netherlands. At PostNL, we aim to grow into the logistics e-commerce platform of the future, so that we can deliver special moments even smarter, faster, and better. Your mentality and our challenge come together here. In return, you can count on an attractive benefits package.

The top benefits of your position are:

• The possibility to work hybrid with flexible working hours. Do you work two or more days a week from home? Then you will receive a €45 net compensation per month
• 8% holiday allowance and 25 vacation days based on a full-time employment
• Travel allowance for commuting or NS Business Card
• A good pension plan through the PostNL Pension Fund
• Training and development opportunities through the PostNL Academy
• Discounts on holidays, events, and products

Meer informatie

• Because PostNL believes in equal opportunity, candidates take an assessment designed to evaluate their competencies and skills relevant to the position prior to the first interview.
• During the application process, we will conduct a background check. This includes requesting a Certificate of Good Conduct (VOG). We will also check your references and may conduct a custom investigation.
• We're personally searching for new colleagues who want to help us build the future of PostNL. Therefore, we return any mail from recruitment agencies.