Junior Data Scientist

We are looking for a Junior Data Scientist to assist us in building exceptional web applications.

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Location
Milan (IT)
with hybrid remote policy
Type
Part-time / Full-time
Contract
Freelance

Join us to transform ideas into high-quality products! This challenging and rewarding task will see you working with a vibrant team that shares attention to detail, focuses on quality, and seeks continuous improvement.

Who you are

We are looking for a Junior Data Scientist to join an exciting project in the finance domain. This initiative focuses on developing a tool that integrates AI solutions and Large Language Models (LLMs) to generate and deliver content to end users via a web-based UI and chatbot interaction.

We are seeking someone with a background in data science who is familiar with managing datasets and has a good understanding of the finance sector.

Key responsibilities

  • Testing and optimizing a large number of prompts to improve output quality.
  • Building and managing datasets.
  • Using and fine-tuning LLM tools.

Must-Have Skills

  • Experience with LLM tools or the ability to quickly learn and utilize them effectively.
  • Familiarity with dataset management and optimization techniques.
  • Basic knowledge of financial concepts and markets.
  • Familiarity with the software development process is a plus.
  • Language Proficiency: Native or professional-level fluency in Italian and English is required.

Collaboration Details

  • Contract Type: We are looking for a freelancer (Partita IVA).
  • Duration: From mid-December to the end of June, with the possibility of extension beyond this period.
  • Time Commitment:
    • Preferred: Full-time.
    • Consideration: Part-time with a significant number of hours.
  • Work Mode: Hybrid. Ideally, we’d like you to join us in-person at our office one day a week to work closely with the team. We are flexible and open to evaluating a less frequent presence, but we value the opportunity to meet in person, especially at the beginning of the collaboration, to build a strong connection.
  • Compensation: Commensurate with experience and expertise.
  • Integration: You will work directly with our team, who will ensure you are fully integrated into processes and workflows.
  • Client Interaction: Not required, but we are flexible based on your preferences and circumstances.

About the Project

  • Scope: The tool generates text-based insights on the performance of financial products and surrounding economic contexts for an international banking client.
  • Data Sources: Content is derived from a variety of internal and third-party APIs and datasets.
  • Tech Stack: The project primarily employs LLMs and Python.
  • Team Composition: Developers, data scientists, designers, and project managers work collaboratively to deliver high-quality solutions.

Who we are

  • We are a team of skilled people who love learning and sharing.
  • We promote a culture of kindness and empathy where everyone’s voice matters.
  • We continuously improve everything we do, from technical skills to internal processes. We dedicate a full day a week to our improvement.
  • We take on challenging projects and build them in-house. We don’t do ‘body-rental’ of resources: we build and leverage our team's experience to deliver high-quality software solutions to complex business problems. We are the first stakeholders of the products we build.
  • We are Buildo.
Equipment & Workstation
MacBook
Headphones or Earbuds
Standing desk
27'' monitor
Herman Miller chair
Personal Growth
Conferences & courses
Learning budget
Coaching
Free exploration time
Office library
Welfare & Well being
Hybrid remote policy
End-of-year bonus
Annual retreats
Public transport refund
Personal trainer

Ready to get on board?

We assess candidates' technical and non-technical skills, attitudes, and potential to determine how we can support their growth over time, depending on the job requirements.

First contact

If your profile catches our attention, we will schedule a 30-minute phone call with you. We will have the opportunity to get to know each other better and share our stories.

Technical interview

If you apply for a technical position, such as a developer or designer role, we will conduct a one-hour interview to assess the necessary hard skills and knowledge.

Behavioral interview

If you have the required hard skills, we will evaluate your soft skills. We especially care about aspects such as the ability to collaborate with coworkers, teaching skills, and empathy.

Take-home project

For the final step, we will give you plenty of time to independently complete a 4 to 6-hour-long task, small but realistic. We will pay for your effort upon task completion, not its success.

Onboarding

You did it! What's next? During onboarding, you’ll familiarize with the work environment and company culture, and get to know your new colleagues and their roles.

Training & Evaluation

During the initial weeks, we will provide comprehensive training and evaluate your progress on both practical and theoretical skills, tools, and methodology.

Ready to get on board?

Depending on the job requirements, we assess candidates' technical and non-technical skills and attitudes.

All-round interview

If your profile interests us, we will arrange an interview to evaluate the necessary expertise, knowledge, and hard and soft skills.

Onboarding

During onboarding, you’ll familiarize yourself with the work environment and company culture and get to know your new teammates and their roles.

Time to apply!

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What is like to work at Buildo?

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You can learn more about our activities inside and outside the office, the people who work there and their points of view on the company, the technology, and our work.

I can’t find an open role that’s right for me. What should I do?

Don't worry! If you think Buildo might need you, go ahead and submit a spontaneous application. Please specify in the notes the value you could bring to Buildo and the role you envision for yourself.

Do you have full-remote positions?

Not exactly. Being together has always been part of Buildo's DNA. However, we have a hybrid remote work policy that considers our team's and the company's needs.

Employees are required to be physically present only on specific occasions, such as project days (one day a week dedicated to the main project the person is working on), Buildo days (one day a month), and on-site weeks (two weeks a year).

Additionally, we have introduced Remote Months, which allows our employees to work remotely for two months a year. This initiative allows our team members to spend time with their families or work from other locations across the globe.

Do you provide body rental service to your clients?

We do not provide body rental services to our clients. Building a high-performing development team is crucial for creating successful software products.

To achieve this, we take numerous steps to nurture a team that can realize your vision, from recruiting the right talent to cultivating a positive team culture. Therefore, we prefer establishing impactful, long-term partnerships through project-based collaborations rather than providing body rental services.

Is it necessary to know Italian to work at Buildo?

Speaking Italian is necessary if you are considering a position at Buildo, as it is the primary language used within the company, even though we use English extensively with our international clients. Knowledge of Italian is optional only for collaboration roles.

Regardless of your language skills, we will do everything possible to make you feel welcome and part of the team! We highly value and embrace diverse cultures and perspectives.

For more details, please refer to our blog's article on this topic.