Data Science Team Lead and Project Manager
Yazzoom is a high-tech software company based in Ghent, Belgium, and a part of the global automation, digitalization, and consultancy powerhouse, ATS Corporation.
We specialize in delivering AI-driven research and software solutions that help our customers optimize their production processes. Alongside our custom AI and computer vision projects, we’ve developed Yanomaly, a cutting-edge software product for anomaly detection and predictive analytics on machine-generated data.
We are looking for a passionate and skilled Data Science Team Lead and Project Manager to oversee a team of data scientists and lead impactful customer projects. These include both custom AI initiatives and Yanomaly-related implementations.
This role combines deep technical expertise in software and data science/ML with outstanding project and people management skills. You’ll gain unique insights and a behind-the-scenes look into the operations of top-tier companies in industries like automotive, food & beverage, and discrete manufacturing.
Your Responsibilities
Your key responsibilities include:
1. Leading, mentoring, and inspiring a talented team of data scientists, ensuring their skills remain sharp and they thrive in a collaborative environment.
2. Driving recruitment efforts for technical profiles alongside Yazzoom’s managing directors.
3. Acting as a sparring partner to data scientists, advising on data strategies, algorithms, and modeling techniques.
4. Defining project scopes and budgets as well as preparing compelling proposals.
5. Collaborating with the sales team and Yazzoom leadership to assess project feasibility and requirements.
6. Aligning with clients to define technical and business specifications.
7. Delivering training to clients on Yanomaly and broader AI applications in industry.
8. Managing diverse projects, from planning and stakeholder alignment to timely delivery and budget adherence.
Your Profile
We are looking for someone who ticks these boxes:
1. MSc or PhD in AI/ML, computer science, computer engineering, electronics, physics, bio-engineering or similar fields.
2. Significant experience in data science projects and project management.
3. Exceptional ability to juggle multiple projects and adapt to shifting priorities.
4. Experience with industrial data is a major plus.
5. Fluent in English or Dutch.
6. Passionate about applying new technologies to solve real-world problems.
7. A driver’s license type B and the flexibility to occasionally travel to our customers in Belgium and internationally.
What We Offer
At Yazzoom, you’ll join an innovative and growing company at the forefront of AI and ML advancements. Here’s what you can expect:
1. A stimulating environment with diverse projects, endless learning opportunities, and room for growth.
2. Flexible working hours.
3. A competitive remuneration package, including perks like a mobility budget, a wage bonus, meal vouchers, retirement fund contributions, a flex income plan and a generous training budget.
Where Are We Located?
The main location and base for this job is our office in Gent, Moutstraat 88 (optionally one day per week working from home).
Contact
If you’re ready to take on this exciting challenge, send your resume and a brief cover letter to:
David Verstraeten
Engineering manager
M: +32 495 63 31 53
E-mail: david.verstraeten@yazzoom.com
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