Data Scientist

Description

Summary: Join Avincis as a Data Scientist to design, build, and deploy data-driven and AI-powered solutions, acting as a bridge between business and technical teams. Highlights: 1. Meaningful work with a clear purpose in emergency aerial services 2. Design and implement AI/ML solutions tailored to business needs 3. Collaborate with cross-functional teams on data initiatives Are you ready to make a significant contribution to both saving lives and protecting communities? At Avincis, we’re dedicated to meaningful work with a clear purpose. We're seeking talented individuals passionate about making a difference while growing their careers in a dynamic environment. Avincis is one of the world’s leading Emergency Aerial Service Operators and the largest in Europe. We operate from more than 180 bases across Spain, Portugal, Italy, Norway, Sweden, Finland, Greece, Mozambique and Chile. We operate a fleet of approximately 205 aircraft which includes 165 helicopters and 40 aeroplanes. Join us and be part of a mission to protect lives, safeguard communities, and make a positive impact. We are seeking a **Data Scientist** to join our, **based in Portugal (with remote flexibility)**. Reporting to the Head of Data and AI, this role will play a key part in designing, building, and deploying data\-driven and AI\-powered solutions across the business. You will act as a bridge between business stakeholders and technical teams, owning the full lifecycle of data and AI initiatives—from requirements gathering to delivery and continuous improvement of scalable data pipelines, machine learning models, and reporting solutions. **Main responsabilities:** * Gather and understand business requirements and translate them into technical solutions * Design and implement **AI and Machine Learning solutions** tailored to business needs * Build, maintain and optimize **data pipelines and ETL processes** * Develop scalable **data architectures** to support analytics and ML use cases * Deliver insights through **dashboards and reporting solutions** (Power BI) * Collaborate with cross\-functional teams and external partners on data initiatives * Participate in Agile ceremonies and contribute to continuous delivery * Ensure **data quality, integrity, and compliance** with internal standards * Monitor and maintain deployed solutions, ensuring alignment with evolving business need **Core capabilities:** * Strong understanding of **Machine Learning concepts** and real\-world applications * Experience building **data pipelines and working in Big Data environments** * Knowledge of modern data architectures (Data Lake, Lakehouse, Data Warehouse) * Strong analytical and problem\-solving mindset * Ability to work autonomously in complex environments * Excellent communication skills with the ability to translate technical concepts into business insights * Experience with data visualization tools (e.g., Power BI) * Familiarity with MLOps practices and/or LLM\-based solutions is a plus * Fluent in English (written and spoken) **Required qualifications** * Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Mathematics, or a related field **Required experience** * At least **1 year of hands\-on experience in Big Data environments** * Proven experience designing **data pipelines and/or data architectures** * Strong knowledge of **Python and SQL** (PySpark or equivalent is a plus) * Experience working with **cloud platforms** (Azure preferred; AWS is a plus) * Familiarity with platforms such as **Databricks or Microsoft Fabric** * Understanding of **data governance, data quality, and security principles** **Tech stack** * **Data Platform:** Azure Fabric * **Programming:** Python, SQL, PySpark * **Cloud tools:** Azure DevOps, Azure Boards, Azure Data Factory, Blob Storage, Key Vault * **Reporting:** Power BI * **Other:** Git, Terraform **Culture and values** As the aviation sector is highly regulated, safety and compliance are the highest priority. Avincis is also committed to the highest standards of business ethics with integrity with trust being central values of the organisation. Every employee in Avincis is expected to be a role model of integrity and high ethical standards. Our culture is grounded in a shared commitment to excellence, collaboration, and respect. We believe that how we work is just as important as what we achieve. Our six core values guide our actions and define who we are: * **Safety**: We uphold safety as our first priority above all other business outcomes. * **Integrity:** We are honest, do the right thing, and communicate respectfully and appropriately. * **Trust**: We foster an environment of openness and reliability, where trust is earned and valued. * **Teamwork:** We work together and collaborate to achieve collective goals, ensuring that everyone feels welcome in an inclusive and diverse workplace. * **Respect**: We treat all employees, customers, and stakeholders with dignity, courtesy, and kindness. We listen to others’ ideas and welcome their input to improve. * **Accountability**: We are answerable for our actions, behaviours, and performance, and we inspire others to uphold their commitments and take responsibility. Take the next step in your career with Avincis – where meaningful work and personal development converge. **Apply today and be part of something extraordinary!** *In accordance with the provisions of Regulation (EU) 2016/679 of 27 April 2016 (RGPD) and Organic Law 3/2018, of 5 December, on Data Protection and Guarantee of Digital Rights, we inform you and request your consent, or that of your legal representative, to incorporate your data into the files of AVINCIS, as data controller, and to process them in order to carry out your selection process and maintain a comprehensive relationship with you. The NIF of the Data Controller is A\-03125010 and the address is Aeródromo de Mutxamel, Partida la Almaina, nº92, CP: 03110, Mutxamel, Alicante. In this act you give your consent to the transfer of your data, present and future, to those companies and professionals who need your services for the proper completion of the order made by the Data Controller. You may exercise your rights of access, rectification, cancellation and opposition in the manner and in accordance with the procedures established in the aforementioned Organic Law, by writing to the above address or to the e\-mail address recruiting\_iberia@avincis.com. The owner of the data is responsible, in any case, for the truthfulness, accuracy, validity, authenticity and relevance of the Personal Data provided. AVINCIS will only use the information provided by you for the selection process in which you are involved, or others in which you could be a candidate, unless otherwise indicated, and the signatories undertake to maintain the strictest confidentiality regarding the information obtained inthis process.* *Note: As a company committed to equal opportunities between women and men, AVINCIS evaluates all applications according to objective criteria in order to select the most suitable person for the position offered, regardless of gender.* Job Type: Full\-time Work Location: Remote