Delta Air Lines — Atlanta, Georgia, United States
At Delta Air Lines, connection is at the heart of everything we do and guides our every action. We strive to welcome and care for all of our customers during their travels with us and aim to deliver an elevated experience. Delta Air Lines connects the world by flying 180 million customers to 300+ destinations every year. At Operations Decision Science (ODS), we build and deploy data science and predictive modeling tools to support this complex operation. ODS currently seeks a scientist to develop insights, machine learning models, and solutions aimed at continually improving airline performance and decision making. Our team is looking for a senior-level scientist to make a real-world impact by developing analytical solutions to deliver the best air travel experiences.
An ideal candidate will have excellent technical knowledge of deterministic and stochastic operations research, including mathematical optimization and simulation methodologies (discrete-event and agent-based). Fundamental data engineering skillsets are also required. The candidate should have strong organizational and communication skills and be comfortable working in a fast paced environment. This role supports the delivery of decision support applications based on simulation, optimization, and data science models. Primary Functions • Transform complex datasets into actionable model assets. • Design, develop, implement, and calibrate decision support products (optimization and simulation). • Partner with Information Technology to productionize decision support tools using sustainable best practices. • Provide technical leadership, expertise, and influence in product development cycles • Leverage emerging technologies and identify efficient, meaningful ways to disseminate data and analyses to meet business needs. • Lead complex process improvement and project management engagements for both individual business units and cross divisional initiatives. • Interface with business unit leaders to develop and maintain strong internal stakeholder relationships. • Promote and practice a safety conscious work environment focused on employee wellbeing.
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