Senior Ai/ml Scientist

Senior AI ML Scientist IC Simulation Operations Research Optimization A P Moller - Maersk A P Moller - Maersk is the global leader in container shipping services The business operates in 130 countries and employs 80 000 staff An integrated container logistics company Maersk aims to connect and simplify its customers supply chains Today we have more than 180 nationalities represented in our workforce across 131 Countries and this mean we have elevated level of responsibility to continue to build inclusive workforce that is truly representative of our customers and their customers and our vendor partners too The team - who are we We are an ambitious team with the shared passion to use data data science DS machine learning ML advanced simulation optimization and engineering excellence to make a difference for our customers We are a team not a collection of individuals We value our diverse backgrounds our different personalities and strengths weaknesses We value trust and passionate debates We challenge each other and hold each other accountable We uphold a caring feedback culture to help each other grow professionally and personally We are now seeking a new team member who is excited about developing advanced simulation models optimization algorithms and AI ML solutions that create operational insights for container shipping terminals worldwide helping them optimize container handling yard operations vessel operations and drive efficiency and business value We Offer - This Is What You Get You will be part of the APM Terminals team within Global data and analytics GDA responsible for developing and delivering advanced simulation models optimizations and AI ML models for container shipping terminals As a Senior AI ML Scientist you will have a leading role in designing building maintaining and iterating on products that directly impact terminal operations This position offers a unique opportunity to develop and apply your deep knowledge of simulation optimization data science methods software engineering and modern AI development tools to create operational and strategic insights that are transforming container terminal operations globally This is an exciting time to join a growing and dynamic team that solves some of the toughest problems in terminal operations and builds the future of container shipping We offer a unique opportunity to impact global trade via world-leading container terminals We focus on our people and the right candidate will have broad possibilities to further develop competencies in an environment characterized by change and continuous Progress Key Responsibilities Lead the design implementation and delivery of advanced simulation models and optimization solutions for terminal operations including container handling equipment efficiency yard positioning strategies vessel loading unloading sequencing and truck routing Develop and maintain efficient applied engineering solutions that solve real-world operational challenges at container terminals globally Build both operational tools for day-to-day terminal operations and strategic models for long-term planning and decision-making Coach and mentor junior team members in simulation modelling optimization techniques and AI ML methods Work with relevant stakeholders to understand terminal operational dynamics and business processes incorporating their needs into products to enhance value delivery Collaborate and communicate model rationale results and insights with product teams leadership and business stakeholders to roll out solutions to production environments Analyse data measure delivered value and continuously evaluate and improve models to increase effectiveness and operational impact To do this job we imagine you have 7 years of industry experience in building and delivering simulation models optimization solutions or data science products PhD or M Sc in Operations Research Industrial Engineering Machine Learning Statistics Applied Mathematics Computer Science or other field related to algorithms and data or equivalent experience Strong experience in simulation modeling and optimization particularly in operational environments with complex dynamics Research or industry experience in one or more Discrete event simulation Combinatorial optimization problems e g scheduling vehicle routing bin packing sequencing Continuous optimization problems e g linear programming mixed-integer programming convex programming AI ML methods for operational problems Prescriptive analytics e g stochastic optimization reinforcement learning Experience with AI development tools and code assistants GitHub Copilot Cursor Claude Code or similar for enhanced productivity Excellent record of delivery using Python and technologies like Git JIRA etc Ability to understand complex operational systems and translate business requirements into effective technical solutions Experience in leading technical work coaching junior colleagues and driving projects from concept to delivery Strong communication skills with ability to work independently with stakeholders while liaising and reviewing with the team Ability to do system design architecture and solution design for new features Experience working with cloud environments Nice to have Experience in container terminal operations port logistics or similar operational environments with complex resource allocation and scheduling dynamics Familiarity with container handling equipment yard operations or vessel operationsExperience in material handling manufacturing operations or other domains involving physical asset optimization and sequencing problems Experience developing and interacting with generative AI models Maersk is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace and we embrace different styles of thinking Maersk is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applicants without regard to race colour gender sex age religion creed national origin ancestry citizenship marital status sexual orientation physical or mental disability medical condition pregnancy or parental leave veteran status gender identity genetic information or any other characteristic protected by applicable law We will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with all legal requirements We are happy to support your need for any adjustments during the application and hiring process If you need special assistance or an accommodation to use our website apply for a position or to perform a job please contact us by emailing