Data Scientist

Support digital transformation in sustainable manufacturing

Are you ready to apply your data science skills to help shape a greener future? At NKT, we connect a more sustainable world through advanced power cable technologyand were looking for a Data Scientist to support our digital transformation journey. In this role, youll work with statistical analysis, machine learning, and modern data tools to generate insights and improve operational performance. Youll collaborate with stakeholders across the business to ensure initiatives deliver real value and support our growth in a dynamic manufacturing environment.

Do you want to contribute to impactful projects in a global company committed to sustainability?

Apply data science to real-world business challenges

As a Data Scientist, you will contribute to data-driven initiatives that improve performance and efficiency across NKTs manufacturing operations. Youll work closely with stakeholders to clarify business needs, define success metrics, and deliver well-documented, maintainable solutions. Your work will support both ongoing and new digitalization efforts, helping shape the future of our operations.

Your responsibility will be to:

• Translate business needs into structured, data-driven problem statements
• Execute data science tasks from data preparation to model evaluation
• Communicate insights clearly to non-technical stakeholders
• Contribute to backlog refinement and agile project delivery
  
  Ensure responsible data use and compliance with privacy regulations

You will be part of a collaborative, cross-functional team and report to a senior leader.

Analytical thinker with a business-oriented mindset

We are looking for a person who enjoys solving complex problems and thrives in a collaborative environment. You are curious, communicative, and able to translate technical findings into actionable business insights. You value structure, clarity, and continuous learning, and youre motivated by contributing to meaningful outcomes.

You also have:

• Solid understanding of statistics, machine learning, and programming

• Experience applying Python and libraries like pandas, numpy, scikit-learn

• Familiarity with agile ways of working and backlog contribution

• Strong communication skills to present results clearly

• Awareness of cloud platforms (Azure preferred) and MLOps principles

• Preferred: Experience applying data science in a manufacturing context

Advance sustainable manufacturing through data insights

NKT is committed to developing a diverse organization and culture where people of diverse backgrounds can grow and are inspired to do their best. We have high ambitions on establishing gender diversity at NKT and encouraging all interested candidates to apply – even if you don't tick all the boxes described. We believe that a diverse organization enables long-term performance, and that an inclusive and welcoming culture creates a better work environment.

At NKT, you'll have the opportunity to grow your skills in an international setting, collaborate with cross-functional teams, and contribute to business-critical projects. You'll be part of a company that values innovation, sustainability, and continuous improvement—where your work directly supports our green transition.

We will review applications continuously, but we recommend you apply no later than 27th October of 2025. Be aware that personality and cognitive tests might be included in the recruitment process. Please note that due to the GDPR regulations we cannot accept any applications via e-mail.

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