Junior Data Scientist (m/f)

Do you revel in data challenges and novel ideas? This position might be for you! The Junior Data Scientist is a member of and works in close collaboration with the Central European digitalization team. In this position the select candidate will embark on a complex digitalization journey comprising of adaptation of industry leading algorithms in the context of business optimization and RPA technology development. We are looking for candidates open to critical thinking and ideation and thus formal background is not critical. This position will report to the Managing Director of Croatia and Head of Digitalization & Information Services Central Europe. Responsibilities: - Design and develop applications that create added value for the business - Take a part in the development and expansion of an internal datamining platform - Directly support sales with data analyses, modeling, and research - Use internal and external data to identify potential through use of mathematics and algorithms - Interact with stakeholders and provide consultancy to finalize the requirements of future IT solutions - Identify and implement digitalization projects with a goal of increased efficiency and business growth - Promote Digital transformation by optimizing existing business processes and upskilling the workforce via frequent exchange - Implement IT projects according to BASF‘s strategy

- Experience with software development - Good understanding of a programing language (e.g. Python, C++/C#, R, Scala) - Have a working knowledge of common information technologies and systems - Good understanding of mathematics, affinity for data and algorithms - Fluency in Croatian, good english proficiency in written and spoken. - Competencies: strong interpersonal skills, proactive attitude, problem solving, correctness, commitment to deadlines, team spirit (inter-departmental cooperation), adaptability - (optional or in progress) - University Degree (preferably computer science, data science, mathematics or related field) - (optional) experience with RPA - (optional) professional experience in the IT field with focus on application development and/ot data Together we can accomplish everything. Through the power of connected minds. We are looking forward to your online application.