Are you in the initial stage of your career aspiring to take the next exciting step in the direction of your growth? A step that allows you to use your interest in trading and market dynamics in a real-life setting while expanding your already great analytical skills, applying them in an international environment with an ambitious data-driven approach.
Then join us in NORDEN and contribute to setting the course of data in shipping.
We are looking for a Data Scientist to join the Quantitative Analytics team at our office in Copenhagen, Denmark. Our Quantitative Analytics team is a small, specialised team focusing on delivering critical spot and forward market forecasts to support the trading floor.

What is in it for you
At NORDEN, we are becoming increasingly data-driven in our decision-making. As Data Scientist, you will get to play a central role in this strategic and highly prioritised approach to shipping in one of the world’s leading shipping companies. With NORDEN’s role as one of the biggest market participants in the segments we serve we have unique access to value adding data which can potentially be turned into game changing competitive advantages.
You will explore large, diverse, and unique datasets with a goal of identifying patterns that could be used for market forecasting. We work with a modern tech-stack including, but not limited to, Python, Prefect, Docker and cloud solutions from Azure.
You will learn proven techniques from experienced industry colleagues while providing your ideas in an open and inclusive environment where teamwork, innovation and personal development is high on the agenda.

The tasks that await you
To be more specific your responsibilities will include to:

• Design and implement sophisticated analytical models that drive decision-making across key business functions, leveraging statistical methods and machine learning techniques.
  

• Transform complex datasets into actionable trading signals and market indicators.
  

• Continually improve existing systems and processes, recommending and implementing technical changes where needed.
  

• Work with non-technical stakeholders to derive and implement technical solutions to business challenges.
  

• Stay up to date with latest techniques in modeling and data science.
  

Your competences and core qualifications
We are looking for a colleague who is curious and wants to expand their knowledge in a global and innovative environment. You already hold a natural interest in trading and market dynamics and understand that not everything can be reduced to a formula. Further, to thrive in this position, you:

• Have 0-3 years of working experience.
  

• Hold a major in mathematics, economics, statistics, computer science or similar.
  

• Are experienced in Python and have some familiarity with SQL.
  

• Have excellent English skills.
  

• Are eligible to work in Denmark.
  

Application
Please upload your English written application, resume, transcript and other relevant documents through our website as soon as possible and no later than 17 November. We review applications and interview candidates on an ongoing basis.
If you have any questions regarding the specific position you are welcome to contact Alberte Winther Remfeldt, Head of Quantitative Analytics on awr@norden.com.
NORDEN values diversity in thought, educational background, and professional competencies and therefore encourages all qualified candidates to apply for the position.


We look forward to hearing from you.

Our company
NORDEN is a global provider of ocean-based freight services for bulk and project cargo of all sizes. We integrate freight solutions with port logistics, helping our customers to optimise and decarbonise supply chains. We provide tailored solutions based on flexibility, reliability and intelligence. Our agile business model ensures stability by continuously adapting our fleet to market developments and customer needs.
Founded in 1871, NORDEN is one of Denmark’s oldest internationally operating shipping companies. Incorporated in Denmark, we are listed on Nasdaq Copenhagen as a part of the OMX Nordic Large Cap index.
With 18 offices across 6 continents, NORDEN is a truly integrated part of global trade.