Chief Data Scientist, Mondelēz International
$174.1-287.3k
+ Bonus
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Office located in East Hanover, NJ
Multinational confectionery, food & beverages
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Multinational confectionery, food & beverages
1001+ employees
Be an early applicant
$174.1-287.3k
+ Bonus
More information about location
Office located in East Hanover, NJ
1001+ employees
Company mission
To empower people to snack right.
Role
Who you are
- Advance degree in Data Science, Computer Science, Engineering, Computational Statistics, Mathematics
- At least 15 years of professional experience, with at least 10 years in a Data Science field as team leader, with proven experience designing, developing, and implementing analytical systems, including the creation of Minimum Viable Products (MVPs)
- Has at least 5 years’ experience in managing an enterprise Data Science program, Machine Learning (ML) / Large Language Model (LLM), adaptability building programs and strategic roadmaps
- Strong program management, leadership skills and experience working with global cross-functional teams. Ability to collaborate with internal Data & Analytics teams to develop enterprise protocols
- Curates the Data Science technology stack in partnership with internal technology platforms and enterprise architecture teams
- Understanding of various Data Science/AI/ML algorithms as well as their application in business processes
- Knowledge about application architecture, data security and compliance
- Database systems such as MySQL, MongoDB, Big Query and Neo4j
- Source code management system like GitHub, Mercurial, and SVN for collaborative development
- Analytic notebooks such as Jupiter and Zeppelin
- Expertise in creating interactive data visualizations with open-source web technologies such as Angular, Vue, React, or D3.js, as well as frameworks such as Shiny and Plotly Dash
- Ability to develop data-intensive, containerized full-stack web applications using technologies such as Node.js, Flask, and Django
- Knowledge with cloud-based environments such as Google Cloud, Microsoft Azure and AWS and their machine learning components
- Experience working with big data analytical environments including Apache Spark, Presto, Impala, or other distributed SQL engines
What the job involves
- The Data Science Service Lead will play a crucial role in enabling business growth by utilizing to solve complex business problems
- Works closely with MDS Product Streams and other D&A Platform services to understand the business needs and, develop algorithms, automated data tools, and provide data-driven recommendations that will drive growth and success
- This role will also be responsible for leading the enterprise transformation AI/Data Science initiatives
- The Leader of the D&A Data Science Services will play a crucial role in driving business growth by providing AI/Data Science based services and products in the service of the MDLZ enterprise strategies
- In this role, he/she will work closely with cross-functional leadership teams to understand and influence the business strategies and the Digital/IT strategies from an AI/Data Science expert point of view
- The role is also accountable for Data Science Services organization that houses data scientists and machine learning engineers
- The role is also expected to be at the forefront of bringing industry leading and best practices into MDLZ in the form of data science initiatives and ensuring that the solutions delivered are aligned with the business goals and objectives, providing a tangible impact on the bottom line
- Lead the development of key focus areas in data science, develop strategies and define clear roadmaps to bring these to life, in partnership with senior executives across the Enterprise
- Engage executive-level stakeholders and translate business problems into solution concepts with business value impact
- Own the Data Science Competency and executes an upskilling program for broader data science community in Mondelēz
- Lead the Artificial Intelligence Community of Practice (AI CoP) to create a network community of Data Science practitioners that supports upskilling, exchange of ideas, learning and career development
- Accountable for the MDS D&A Data Scientists and ML Engineering & Operations services in in support of the product streams
- Manage enterprise projects and collaborate with stakeholders and teams globally
- Metrics:
- Roadmap design and execution
- Earn seat at the table for product stream leader forums
- Competency and curriculum in place
- Community expansion and embedment in functions and regions
- Career path in place and progress in Engagement Score
- On time delivery, TCO and quality
- Key Interactions / Stakeholders:
- MDS Platform teams (Emerging Tech, CTO etc)
- MDS Domain/Function Lead and D&A Product Stream Lead as the ultimate workplan stakeholder
- D&A horizontals team that makes up the data product squad (e.g. Platform, Data Engineering, Data Modelers, Data Architects, Data Governance etc.)
- MDS DevOPs, Data Ops, and FinOPs
Our take
Mondelēz International is one of the biggest names in global snacking, with a presence in over 150 countries. The company is behind some of the world's most loved treats, such as Oreos, Cadbury Dairy Milk, Toblerone and Sour Patch Kids.
It's all about creating delicious products that millions of people enjoy every day, and the company combines iconic brands with deep consumer insights to stay ahead of changing tastes. Because of this, its work doesn't just stop at snacks; it invests in innovation, research, and sustainability to keep improving and growing.
In 2025, the company opened a Consumer Research Centre in Bournville, complete with high-tech kitchens and over 50 expert chocolate tasters. At the same time, it's also beginning to phase out synthetic food dyes across its candies, responding to consumer demand for more natural ingredients. It's a smart step in the right direction and one that shows Mondelēz isn't just keeping up, but shaping the future of snacking.
Kirsty
Company Specialist at Welcome to the Jungle
Company
Company HQ
Fulton Market District, Chicago, IL
Leadership
Dirk Van de Put
(CEO & Chairman)Previously spent 6 years at Mattel as the Director. Prior to that, he spent over 7 years at McCain Foods as COO, President and CEO.
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