Data Scientist

Full professional proficiency in French is essential

Data Scientist / Analytics Specialist

Location: Saint-Denis, Réunion Island

Contract: Permanent (full-time)

Start date: As soon as possible

Role Overview

Reporting to the Head of Development, you will play a key role in transforming company data into actionable insights that support operational efficiency and strategic decision-making. You will work across multiple data sources to extract value and help guide business performance.

Key Responsibilities

Data Analysis & Management

• Gather and organise data from various internal platforms
• Ensure data accuracy, consistency, and usability
• Develop reports, KPIs, and dashboards to support business decisions

Model Development & Tools

• Design and implement predictive models (e.g. demand forecasting, maintenance optimisation)
• Build and maintain decision-support tools using data science and machine learning techniques

Business Insights & Performance

• Translate complex datasets into clear, actionable recommendations
• Contribute to improving service quality and anticipating future needs
• Support performance monitoring and continuous improvement initiatives

Innovation & Continuous Improvement

• Stay informed about developments in data science and artificial intelligence
• Propose and explore new data-driven solutions to enhance business operations

Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Work closely with internal teams such as operations, marketing, and engineering
• Engage with external stakeholders, including clients and public sector partners

Candidate Profile

• Master’s degree (or equivalent) in data science, statistics, computer science, or a related field
• Proven experience in data analysis and statistical modelling
• Strong programming skills in Python, R, and SQL
• Experience with data visualisation tools (e.g. Power BI or similar platforms)
• Familiarity with large datasets and AI or machine learning frameworks

Skills & Attributes

• Strong analytical thinking and problem-solving ability
• Experience managing projects and handling complex datasets
• Ability to communicate technical concepts clearly to non-technical audiences
• Collaborative mindset with the ability to work across diverse teams
• Curious, innovative, and detail-oriented, with a strong sense of discretion

Additional Advantage

Experience within transport, mobility, or related systems (e.g. ticketing platforms, operational control systems) would be beneficial but is not essential.

About the Opportunity

This position offers the chance to contribute to a forward-thinking organisation where data plays a central role in shaping strategy and operations. You will be part of an environment that encourages innovation and continuous development.