Junior Data Scientist

Speak a language like you’ve always wanted to.

Whether on the go, in the train or at home on the sofa, Babbel supports those who take joy in learning outside of work or school. Since its founding in 2007, the company has grown to become the market leader in app based language learning. In total, Babbel offers 14 learning languages, from English to Indonesian. Professional courses are steadily available via the Babbel website as well as on your smartphone or tablet. At Babbel more than 450 team members from over 39 different countries work hard to set standards for creating a new learning experience.

We are looking for a Junior Data Scientist to join us in Berlin. Our Decision Making Team is committed to helping their many internal stakeholders make daily calls on Product and Marketing initiatives. Our fast moving business relies heavily on the support of insight-driven decision making. You can help the team of Data Scientists and their stakeholders to find the answers they are looking for in our varied internal and external data sources. You will also support us in growing data science at Babbel, e.g. by helping to organise (and participate in) hackathons, reading groups, or brown bag sessions.

We love to see what you make of your role. Let’s start with the following:

You will:

• help execute prescriptive data analyses and models that drive business and functional decisions in Product and Marketing.
• Design and implement reports and data visualizations for our internal customers, to optimize operational tasks and drive growth
• Create compelling stories around data-based insights, which make Babbel a more insightful organization

You have:

• 1-2 years data analysis experience, preferably for an online business.
• Academic specialisation or some initial experience in data analysis can also be relevant, e.g. econometrics, physics, neuroscience, computer science, statistics, biostatistics
• Data visualisation and presentation skills

You are:

• Proficient in at least one Data Science Toolkit like R or Python. We use Python
• Fluent in English to navigate the international environment at Babbel

You could also have:

• General software engineering skills
• Experience with SQL and relational database systems
• Experience working on the console / terminal in OSX or Linux
• Hands on experience with analysis of business data

Why Babbel?

• Work directly with our unique language learning data
• Participate in hackdays and technology brown-bags
• A steep learning-curve – personally and professionally
• A lively startup atmosphere with friendly working hours
• Great company benefits (company bike, fresh fruits & drinks etc.)
• Start-up mentality and attractive working environment in the heart of Berlin