809 - Data Scientist Ssr/Sr (AI-ML/Modeling in Retail/CPG) · LATAM

Senior Data Scientist Price Elasticity & AI/ML Optimization Prototyping · LATAM

• Location: Anywhere in LATAM
• Job Type: Remote
• Project: Retail & CPG AI Innovation
• Time Zone: PST (Pacific Standard Time)
• English Level: B2 / C1

Get to Know Us

At Darwoft, we build digital products with heart. Were a Latin American tech company focused on creating impactful, human-centered software in partnership with companies around the globe. Our remote-first culture is built on trust, continuous learning, and collaboration.

Were passionate about tech but even more about people. If youre looking to join a team where your ideas matter and your impact is real, welcome to Darwoft.

About the Role

Were looking for a Senior Data Scientist with strong expertise in optimization modeling to join a high-impact retail project. You'll help design, build, and test AI/ML-driven prototypes that support advanced pricing decisions and demand forecasting.

Your deep understanding of operations research, optimization algorithms, and price elasticity modeling will be key in solving real-world challenges for large-scale retail and CPG companies.

What Youll Be Doing

• Process and analyze structured and unstructured retail data to uncover trends and business insights.
• Design and implement advanced price optimization models using techniques like linear programming, mixed-integer programming, and custom solvers.
• Apply operations research and optimization strategies to real business problems.
• Build AI/ML prototypes and POCs that solve complex pricing and planning challenges.
• Present insights through effective data visualization and storytelling.
• Collaborate closely with engineering and product teams to productionize optimization models at scale.

What You Bring

• Bachelors degree or higher in Operations Research, Applied Mathematics, Statistics, Data Science, or a related field.
• 5+ years of experience in retail or CPG, with a proven track record in optimization for pricing and demand planning.
• Strong command of optimization libraries in Python such as Pyomo, PuLP, or similar.
• Experience in developing and refining optimization models for real-world use cases.
• Deep understanding of price elasticity, demand forecasting, and analytical modeling.
• Proficiency in Python (pandas, OOP) and SQL.
• Solid experience in prototyping, testing, and iterating on models in collaboration with cross-functional teams.
• Ability to communicate optimization strategies and data insights to both technical and business audiences.
• Familiarity with scalable cloud environments and distributed systems.

Nice to Have

• Knowledge of scikit-learn, TensorFlow, PyTorch, and NumPy.
• Hands-on experience with Spark, Databricks, or similar big data platforms.
• UI prototyping using Flask, Plotly, or Streamlit.
• Understanding of CI/CD pipelines and modern DevOps workflows.

What Darwoft Offers

• Contractor agreement with payment in USD
• 100% remote work
• Argentinas public holidays
• English classes
• Referral program
• Access to learning platforms

Explore More Opportunities

Check out all our open roles at www.darwoft.com/careers

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