Data Science & AI Consultant

Wanted: a Data Science & AI Consultant who knows exactly how to create impact with algorithms, big data, machine learning, and generative AI.

JOB PURPOSE

As a Data Science & AI Consultant, you will help organisations accelerate their AI initiatives and adoption. You translate business problems into prioritised AI solutions and roadmaps, and guide clients in implementing them. Your role focuses on understanding business challenges and designing strategies based on a deep understanding of AI, rather than writing code.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Discover AI opportunities for our clients through workshops and assessments.
• Define AI maturity, roadmaps, and use cases for our clients. Guide on prioritisation based on business impact and technical effort.  
• Design (together with technical experts) and advise on data science and generative AI solutions for various business problems. 
• Bring innovative ideas and emerging technologies to the table, fueling innovation within our teams.
• Communicate solutions and strategies effectively to clients and team members.

Data at DEPT®:

• A group of data-hungry colleagues that will feel like friends in no time.
• The possibility to work with cutting-edge technologies in a continuously evolving environment.
• Good vibes: we trust and believe in creative freedom and autonomy.
• If you grow, we grow. That’s why we’ll cheer you on with personal coaching, a development plan, and budget.
• Projects that work for you as well as the other way around. From short and snappy to more in-depth: whatever fits your ambition.
• Clients that will make you feel like a proud ambassador, like Philips, Just Eat Takeaway, and bol.com.
• Best of both worlds: the pros of an international leading agency with the energy of a local studio.

We strongly support diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for everyone at DEPT®. Ultimately, we are looking for a unique individual who wants to strengthen our work and community.

WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR:

• MUST HAVE at least 2 to 3 years of hands-on working experience in a data science role, preferably related to digital platform and marketing data and/or working at a digital agency.
• Are comfortable with presenting and working with a variety of stakeholders, from C-level, to IT product owners and marketing performance managers 
• Have experience in Python and SQL, although hands-on coding is not the main focus, you have 
• Studied Business IT or similar (Computer Science, Data Science, Information Management, Econometrics).
• Have experience with cloud platforms such as Amazon Web Services, Azure, or Google Cloud Platform.
• Have a deep understanding of Generative AI, NLP, and MLOps concepts.
• Are analytical, flexible, independent, and a strong communicator.
• Being directly available to start working in the Netherlands;

WE OFFER

• The choice to work where you are most productive: whether that is in one of our offices, or abroad for 13 weeks a year. Rather work from home? No problem! We’ll provide you with the best of class materials, such as a high-quality laptop, monitor, work phone and the necessary furniture.
• Everything to focus on your health: from free bootcamp to yoga lessons, mindfulness sessions, mental health services, serious discounts on sport memberships, healthy lunches at the office, and above all: a safe work environment.
• Great fringe benefits; use of OV-bikes, an NS Business Card and many other goodies.
• You can discover even more employee benefits here.
• A reputation for doing good. DEPT® has been named a Great Place To Work in 2023 - in the Netherlands and has been a Certified B Corp® since 2021 and named ‘Agency of the Year’ at both The Lovies and The Webby Awards.
• Awesome clients. Whether big or small, local or global — at DEPT® you’ll get the opportunity to work with clients of all sizes and across all industries. And we celebrate all of our successes together!
• The opportunity for possibility. We want to enable you to do what you do best and help you develop your skills further with training, development and certifications.
• Global annual DEPT® Cares Month in which employees come together and donate their skills to support local charities.

WHO ARE WE?

DEPT®  is a pioneering technology and marketing services company that creates integrated end-to-end digital experiences for brands such as Google, KFC, Philips, Audi, Twitch, Patagonia, eBay and more. Its team of 2,500+ digital specialists across 30+ locations on 5 continents delivers pioneering work on a global scale with a boutique culture. DEPT® is committed to making a positive impact on the planet and since 2021 has been Climate Neutral and B Corporation certified. Learn more about our diversity, equity, and inclusion efforts here or visit our careers page to find out more about culture and growth opportunities at DEPT®.  

At DEPT®, we take pride in creating an inclusive workplace where everyone has an equal opportunity to thrive. We actively seek to recruit, develop, nurture, and retain talented individuals from diverse backgrounds, with varying skills and perspectives. Not sure you meet all qualifications? Apply, and let us decide! Research shows that women and members of underrepresented groups tend not to apply for jobs when they think they may not meet every requirement, when in fact they do. We believe in giving everyone a fair chance to shine. We also encourage you to reach out to us and discuss any reasonable adjustments we can make to support you throughout the recruitment process and your time with us. Want to know more about our dedication to diversity, equity, and inclusion? Check out our efforts here.

Read more about our application process here and apply by clicking on the ‘Apply’ button.