Maassluis
28 Jul 2026
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Team Lead Data Scientist

Lely

Team Lead Data Scientist

Lely seeks a Team Lead Data Scientist to guide the Data Science & AI team in creating sustainable dairy farming solutions. The role involves leading a team of data scientists, driving AI strategy, and collaborating across business teams. Requires 5+ years of experience in Data Science & AI, leadership skills, and a quantitative Master's degree.

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Salary

Not specified

Work Location

Maassluis, South Holland, Netherlands, NL

Work Model

Hybrid: at least three days a week on Campus, flexible hours

Experience Required

5 years

Employment Type

Full-time

Experience Level

Team Lead

Core Qualifications

Technical (Must-have)
PythonDatabricksMachine LearningData ScienceAIPredictive ModelingAzure
Soft Skills
LeadershipCoachingCommunicationAnalytical ThinkingResults-orientedStrategic ThinkingTeam Development

Preferred Qualifications

Technical (Nice-to-have)
AzureDatabricksgenAIagentic AI

Key Responsibilities

  • Lead, grow and develop the Data Science & AI team within Data&AI
  • Give direction and provide input for the integrated product roadmap by collaborating with other Data & AI leads and Business Teams
  • Take multi-disciplinary responsibility as part of the Product Development Leadership team and the Data & AI MT
  • Build strong relationships with stakeholders and data science partner company
  • Bring technical and soft skills of the Data Science & AI team to a higher level and increase impact and adoption in Business Teams
  • Set direction for evolving Data & AI infrastructure (together with Data Engineering)
  • Drive growth of AI knowledge and development within and outside the Data & AI Competence
  • Shape Data Science & AI strategy: where to invest, which technologies to adopt, what to build or procure
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