Data Science Data Science Senior Data Scientist

pbAbout us /b /p pSky is the btechnology and media company /b that makes entertainment and connectivity a personal, simple, and seamless experience. /p pOur motto is bWe Believe in Better /b: we believe people deserve the very best, and we innovate every day to create value and simplify our customers’ lives. /p pAs part of Sky Group and Comcast, we operate in an international environment driven by continuous innovation and powered by world-class technology that allows us to reach millions of people every day. /p pWith an IP-first approach, we design cutting-edge technology platforms
- bSky Stream, Sky Q, Sky Glass, and NOW /b
- that bring together premium content, trusted news, and world-class sports within a simple and intuitive ecosystem. /p pWe connect with audiences across Italy through our free-to-air channels
- TV8, Cielo, and Sky TG24
- and go beyond entertainment with Sky Wifi and Sky Mobile, offering ultra-fast connectivity at home and on the go. /p pThis is how we deliver the joy of a better experience, guided by our values: /b We are ambitious and innovative, embracing new technologies and leveraging insights to stay one step ahead, continuously raising the bar for our customers. /b We build a culture of clarity, fairness, and trust, supported by transparent processes and decisions people can rely on. /Senior Data Scientist /h3 pWe are looking for a Data Science Manager who combines strong hands‑on expertise with strategic leadership. /p pThis is not a traditional people‑management role: you will operate primarily as a senior individual contributor, while acting as the data science lead on high‑impact, cross‑functional initiatives. You will own complex projects end‑to‑end, partnering with business and technology stakeholders to turn data into measurable business impact. /p pYou will play a pivotal role in bridging business challenges and advanced analytics, shaping how data science is applied across the organization and elevating both its impact and maturity. /p h3What you will do: /h3 ul liLead data science projects from problem framing to production deployment /li liMake key decisions on methodology, trade‑offs, and technical direction /li liDevelop and deploy machine learning and AI models to drive customer value and operational efficiency /li liAct as Data Lead on strategic initiatives, and serve as the go‑to data science expert on critical, cross‑functional programs /li liTranslate ambiguous business questions into structured analytical problems /li liDrive alignment between stakeholders and ensure delivery of tangible, measurable outcomes /li liStay deeply hands‑on /li liApply advanced analytics techniques in complex, multi‑source and big data environments /li liPromote high standards in code quality, reproducibility, and model governance /li liSupport adoption of responsible and ethical AI practices /li liProvide guidance and mentorship to junior data scientists /li liFoster a culture of ownership, pragmatism, and continuous improvement /li liPartner with business stakeholders to identify high‑impact opportunities /li liCommunicate complex analytical insights in a clear, compelling, and actionable way /li liDrive data adoption and data‑driven decision making across the organization /li /ul br/ h3Your profile: /h3 ul liAlmeno 4 years of experience in data science or advanced analytics roles /li liProven ability to own projects end‑to‑end in production environments /li liStrong track record of working in ambiguous, fast‑paced environments /li liNatural ownership mindset: you don’t just build models—you drive impact /li liMachine learning (supervised, unsupervised, semi‑supervised) /li liStatistical modeling and experimentation /li liAdvanced proficiency in: Python (Pandas, NumPy, Scikit‑learn, etc.), SQL, and/or R /li liProductionization and collaboration with engineering teams /li /ul ul liSolid understanding of Data pipelines and large‑scale data processing /li liExperience with version control (Git) /li /ul ul liAbility to connect data work to real business outcomes and KPIs /li liExperience interacting with stakeholders and influencing decisions /li liCapability to identify and prioritize high‑value use cases /li liExperience leading projects or initiatives, even without direct reports /li liExperience mentoring or coaching other data scientists /li liFluency in English and Italian is required /li /ul br/ h3What

we offer
/h3 pFor employees covered by the bPrivate Radio and Television Collective Labour Agreement (CCNL) /b, compensation starts from b€51,000 gross per year /b. /p ul liPermanent employment contract. /li liCompensation commensurate with experience and specific skills. /li liEligibility for the annual incentive scheme. /li liAccess to Sky’s wellbeing programme, bSky4You /b, designed to support employees throughout different stages of life. Benefits include: ul liFree access to Sky TV services through Sky Q or Sky Stream. /li liSky Wifi and Sky Mobile at exclusive employee rat