Senior Data Scientist at Sysco LABS Sri Lanka: Powering the Future of Food Distribution

Role Overview

As a Senior Data Scientist at Sysco LABS in Sri Lanka, you'll be at the forefront of revolutionizing the food distribution industry. Sysco, a Fortune 500 company and the global leader in foodservice, relies on data-driven insights to optimize its operations and deliver exceptional service to its customers. In this role, you will design, develop, and deploy cutting-edge data science solutions that address complex business challenges across the organization. You'll work with massive datasets, advanced machine learning techniques, and cutting-edge technologies to drive innovation and improve decision-making.

A Day in the Life

Your day as a Senior Data Scientist at Sysco LABS will be dynamic and challenging, involving a variety of tasks and responsibilities. Here’s a glimpse of what you can expect:

• Data Exploration and Preparation: You'll spend time exploring and understanding large datasets from various sources, identifying relevant features, and cleaning and preparing the data for analysis.
• Model Development and Evaluation: You'll design, develop, and train machine learning models using Python, SQL, and other relevant tools. You'll rigorously evaluate model performance and iterate to improve accuracy and efficiency.
• Collaboration and Communication: You'll collaborate with cross-functional teams, including business stakeholders, data engineers, and software developers, to understand their needs and translate them into data-driven solutions. You'll also communicate your findings and recommendations to stakeholders in a clear and concise manner.
• Research and Innovation: You'll stay up-to-date with the latest trends and technologies in data science, and you'll actively research and experiment with new techniques to improve our data science capabilities.
• Deployment and Monitoring: You'll work with data engineers to deploy your models into production and monitor their performance over time, ensuring that they continue to deliver value to the business.

Why Colombo, Sri Lanka?

Colombo, Sri Lanka, is a vibrant and growing city that offers a unique blend of culture, history, and natural beauty. As the commercial capital of Sri Lanka, Colombo is a hub for innovation and technology, making it an ideal location for Sysco LABS. The city boasts a thriving tech community, a highly skilled workforce, and a relatively low cost of living. In addition to its professional advantages, Colombo offers a rich cultural experience, with ancient temples, bustling markets, and stunning beaches just a short drive away. Living and working in Colombo provides an opportunity to immerse yourself in a new culture, expand your horizons, and make a significant contribution to a global organization.

Career Path

Sysco LABS is committed to providing its employees with opportunities for growth and advancement. As a Senior Data Scientist, you'll have the opportunity to develop your skills and expertise in a variety of areas, including machine learning, data engineering, and cloud computing. You can also pursue leadership opportunities, such as becoming a team lead or a technical manager. Sysco LABS offers a clear career path for data scientists, with opportunities to advance to higher levels of responsibility and compensation based on your performance and contributions.

Salary & Benefits

Sysco LABS offers a competitive salary and benefits package to attract and retain top talent. While the exact salary for this role may vary depending on your experience and qualifications, you can expect to receive a competitive salary that is commensurate with your skills and experience. In addition to salary, Sysco LABS offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes health insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, life insurance, disability insurance, paid time off, paid holidays, a retirement plan (401k) with company match, an employee stock purchase plan, professional development opportunities, tuition reimbursement, and an employee assistance program.

Sysco Culture

Sysco LABS is committed to creating a culture of innovation, collaboration, and inclusivity. We believe that our employees are our greatest asset, and we strive to provide them with a supportive and challenging work environment where they can thrive. We value diversity and inclusion, and we are committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels welcome and respected. We also encourage our employees to give back to the community through volunteer work and other initiatives.

How to Apply

If you are a talented and passionate data scientist who is looking for a challenging and rewarding career opportunity, we encourage you to apply for the Senior Data Scientist position at Sysco LABS in Sri Lanka. To apply, please submit your resume and cover letter through our online application portal. Be sure to highlight your relevant skills and experience, and explain why you are interested in working for Sysco LABS.

FAQ

1. What are the key skills and qualifications for this role?

   The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in a quantitative field, 5+ years of experience in data science, strong programming skills in Python and SQL, and experience with machine learning, big data technologies, and cloud computing platforms.

2. What is the typical career path for a data scientist at Sysco LABS?

   Data scientists at Sysco LABS can advance to higher levels of responsibility and compensation based on their performance and contributions. Opportunities include team lead, technical manager, and senior leadership positions.

3. What is the work environment like at Sysco LABS?

   Sysco LABS is committed to creating a culture of innovation, collaboration, and inclusivity. We provide our employees with a supportive and challenging work environment where they can thrive.

4. What kind of projects will I be working on?

   You'll be working on a variety of projects that address complex business challenges across the organization, including demand forecasting, supply chain optimization, customer segmentation, and fraud detection.

5. What tools and technologies will I be using?

   You'll be using a variety of tools and technologies, including Python, SQL, machine learning libraries (e.g., scikit-learn, TensorFlow, PyTorch), big data technologies (e.g., Hadoop, Spark), and cloud computing platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure, GCP).

6. Is this role remote friendly?

   The role is on-site in Colombo, Sri Lanka.

7. How big is the team?

   The data science team is composed of 20 members and growing.

8. What is the interview process like?

   The interview process typically involves a phone screening, a technical interview, and an interview with the hiring manager.

9. Are there any opportunities for professional development?

   Yes, Sysco LABS offers a variety of professional development opportunities, including training courses, conferences, and tuition reimbursement.

10. What is the company culture like?

    The company culture is collaborative, innovative, and results-oriented. Employees are encouraged to share their ideas and contribute to the success of the company.