Data Science Team Lead (f/m/d)

Orbem is an impact-driven deep-tech scaleup with global reach, founded in Munich, Germany and now expanding internationally with our newest office in Houston, Texas. We develop fast, accurate, and accessible imaging solutions that provide access to otherwise unattainable sources of knowledge.

We seek to make a difference – and develop solutions to sustainably feed the world, accelerate the transition to a green economy, and transform disease detection.

Join us on our mission to unleash AI-powered imaging for everything and everyone.

Data Science Team Lead (f/m/d)

• Starting date: As soon as possible

• Yearly Salary: €90,000 - €100,000 (fixed range, annual gross)

• Equity: €40,000 - €80,000 in company shares

• Benefits: Up to €5,000 annually

• Work model: Full-time, Hybrid (Munich)

Your role

As Data Science Team Lead at Orbem, you’ll play a pivotal role in shaping the “mind” of our AI-powered MRI solutions. You’ll lead and grow a talented team of data scientists, turning cutting-edge research into data-efficient, state-of-the-art algorithms that push the boundaries of what’s possible. Your leadership will empower the team to make smart, data-driven decisions while driving innovation that has real-world impact. This is your chance to guide breakthrough technology and contribute to our mission of making AI-powered imaging accessible to everyone, everywhere.

Your day to day

In your daily activities, you will:

• Hire, grow and guide a team of data scientists, promoting a culture of innovation, excellence and continuous improvement.

• Contribute to the long-term strategy for data science within Orbem.

• Drive adoption and enable knowledge exchange on the latest advancements in data science and machine learning to keep our technology ahead of the curve.

• Collaborate with product managers, machine learning engineers, and other engineering teams to integrate AI technologies that align with business goals.

• Direct the development of state-of-the-art models and statistical methods to enable data-driven decision making and business outcomes.

• Exemplify Orbem’s core values and lead by example.

Your experiences and skills

Fit to our values

• We own every challenge: we enjoy complexity and thrive under uncertainty.

• We strive for better: we seize any opportunity for growth and challenge the status quo. We are constantly learning and improving.

• We imagine new frontiers: we think beyond ‘doable’ and ‘reasonable.’ We design a sustainable and healthy future together.

Technical expertise

• Strong analytical skills and scientific approach to problem-solving.

• Strong foundation in statistical analysis, computer vision, and efficient ML data utilization algorithms, with a proven track record of applying these skills in industry.

• Deep understanding of software engineering principles and best practices and their impact in AI development, advanced knowledge in Python and PyTorch.

Leadership and business acumen

• Leadership and mentorship in a team of data scientists, research engineers or ML engineers.

• Experience in leading AI projects from conception to production, ensuring scalability and robustness.

• Effective and compassionate communication with strong interpersonal skills for team leadership and stakeholder management, and the ability to translate technical concepts into non-technical terms.

What makes you stand out from other candidates

• Demonstrate a passion for empowering and motivating the team members to reach their full potential.

• Possess an insatiable curiosity and a drive to explore the frontiers of AI-related technologies.

We look for people to join us in our journey towards a culture focused on the following principles:

• System thinking: You are excited to work in a cross-functional team, learning the perspectives of multiple stakeholders and understanding the business value of all system components you work on.

• Quality Awareness: You understand the importance and champion best practices and testing to create good quality code and datasets for data science.

• Impact: You are a builder who delivers best internal and external products through iterative development, regular feedback, and positive impact for the customers and the planet.

• Teamwork: You are enthusiastic about contributing to team projects and eager to learn, collaborate and share knowledge with team members through regular feedback, pull requests and pair-programming.

What we offer

International Environment: Join a team with 40+ nationalities across 5 continents, all driven by a shared purpose: shedding light on the world’s toughest challenges.

Attractive Compensation Package:

• Stock Options: Share in Orbem’s success.

• Visa & Relocation Support: Seamless support for your move to Germany.

• Learning & Development: €1,750 annual budget for personal growth.

• Fitness Membership: Access to Urban Sports Club or Wellpass.

• Childcare Reimbursement: Support for Kita/Kindergarten fees.

• Deutschland Ticket: Full coverage of public transportation.

Work-Life Integration:

• Flexible Hours & Home Office: Work when and where it suits you.

• WFH Perks: Get €185 to upgrade your home office + a sleek external monitor on us!

• 30 Days Paid Leave: Plenty of time to recharge.

• Personal Leave: Flexibility for life’s important moments.

• Work from Anywhere: Experience new cultures and environments for up to 60 days per year.

Make a Difference: Join an ambitious, fast-growing team working on breakthrough technology. In our scale-up environment, you’ll have the freedom to lead your projects and make an impact. We provide a platform for you to explore, innovate, and define your vision for the future. At Orbem, we’re committed to helping you discover your strengths, and while we aim to teach you, we also want to learn from you.

Your team

As a Data Science Team Lead you become part of our diverse and international AI & Data Science team. Learn more about the team members, their work and challenges here: www.orbem.ai