Data and AI Scientist

Are you ready to make a significant contribution to both saving lives and protecting communities?

At Avincis, we’re dedicated to meaningful work with a clear purpose. We're seeking talented individuals passionate about making a difference while growing their careers in a dynamic environment.

Avincis is one of the world’s leading Emergency Aerial Service Operators and the largest in Europe. We operate from more than 180 bases across Spain, Portugal, Italy, Norway, Sweden, Finland, Greece, Mozambique and Chile. We operate a fleet of approximately 205 aircraft which includes 165 helicopters and 40 aeroplanes.

Join us and be part of a mission to protect lives, safeguard communities, and make a positive impact.

We are seeking a skilled and motivated Data and AI Scientist to join our team. The selected candidate may be based in any of our offices located in Spain, Italy, Portugal, Sweden, or Norway .

Reporting to the Head of Data and AI, this role will support either the COO & Commercial or Safety & HR functions, depending on assignment.

The role will be responsible for gathering requirements from stakeholders, design the architecture of the solution, design the data architecture, analyse risk and mitigations, managing data pipelines, and supporting the development and deployment of AI-driven solutions.

Key responsabilities

Gathering requirements from business stakeholders.

Translate business needs into technical solutions.

Track the progress of the implementations.

Design, build, and maintain scalable data pipelines and ETL processes.

Manage and optimize data architectures to support AI and machine learning workflows.

Analyse and optimise the performance of the data pipelines.

Analyse, propose and product valuable reporting solutions based on internal customer requirements and business needs.

Ensure data quality, integrity, and compliance with internal standards and regulations.

Tech Stack

Data Platform : Azure Fabric.

Data management tools : Pyspark, sql.

Programming language : Python.

Cloud tools : Azure Devops, Azure Boards, Azure Data Factory, Blob Storage, Azure Key Vault.

Reporting tool : Power BI.

Others : Git, terraform.

Core Capabilities

Solid knowledge of data engineering and modern big data architectures (e.g., lakehouse, Data Warehouse, medallion architecture).

Solid experience building pipelines for AI solutions.

Great experience designing scalable big data models aligned with the business.

Experience optimizing big data pipelines in real world scenarios.

Strong understanding of Machine Learning concepts and experience applying them to real-world problems.

Familiarity with MLOps practices (e.g., model versioning, monitoring, automation) is a plus.

Proficient in problem-solving, and able to navigate complex data environments with autonomy.

Collaborative and communicative, capable of working with cross-functional teams and conveying technical insights clearly.

Able to manage multiple tasks and work independently in dynamic settings.

Comfortable using data visualization tools (e.g., Power BI) to support the delivery and explanation of insights.

Fluent in English, both written and spoken.

Required Qualifications

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Mathematics, Physics, Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.

Required Experiencie

At least 12 months of hands-on experience working on Big Data Environments.

Proven experience designing data and software architectures.

Working knowledge of Python and SQL, and Pyspark (also valid Spark in Scala or R).

Familiarity with platforms like Databricks or Microsoft Fabric for scalable data and analytics solutions.

Experience working in cloud environments, with Microsoft Azure preferred; exposure to AWS or others is a plus.

Understanding of modern data storage approaches (data lakes, lakehouses, cloud-native warehouses).

Awareness of data governance, data quality, and security considerations in enterprise settings.

Culture and Values

As the aviation sector is highly regulated, safety and compliance are the highest priority. Avincis is also committed to the highest standards of business ethics with integrity with trust being central values of the organisation. Every employee in Avincis is expected to be a role model of integrity and high ethical standards.

Our culture is grounded in a shared commitment to excellence, collaboration, and respect. We believe that how we work is just as important as what we achieve. Our six core values guide our actions and define who we are :

Safety : We uphold safety as our first priority above all other business outcomes.

Integrity : We are honest, do the right thing, and communicate respectfully and appropriately.

Trust : We foster an environment of openness and reliability, where trust is earned and valued.

Teamwork : We work together and collaborate to achieve collective goals, ensuring that everyone feels welcome in an inclusive and diverse workplace.

Respect : We treat all employees, customers, and stakeholders with dignity, courtesy, and kindness. We listen to others’ ideas and welcome their input to improve.

Accountability : We are answerable for our actions, behaviours, and performance, and we inspire others to uphold their commitments and take responsibility.

Take the next step in your career with Avincis – where meaningful work and personal development converge. Apply today and be part of something extraordinary!

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