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**Excited about AI?**:
Join us at **ZDF Sparks** and be part of an exciting journey in AI innovation We are looking for a full-time **(Junior) Data Scientist (M/F/d)** for our location in **Berlin in a hybrid set-up** at the earliest possible starting date.

**Your Role**:

- Work with the senior data science and ML teams with_
- design, review, implementation and modernization of data systems, solutions and algorithms from data analytics to advanced AI/ML solutions
- Work with structured and unstructured data, their preprocessing and visualization
- Help to train new models for various use cases from POC to production
- Work on solutions across multiple media formats such as text, image, audio and video
- Open source algorithms and make AI explainable for larger audiences

**Your Profile**:

- Basic skills in Python, including data manipulation and analysis with pandas and NumPy, and data visualization using Matplotlib and Seaborn.
- Basic knowledge of machine learning libraries such as scikit-learn, and experience with Jupyter Notebooks and LangChain or similar libraries.
- Hands-on experience in data analytics, visualization, and pre-processing tasks.
- Strong interest in working at the intersection of consultancy business and technology, and in learning advanced data modeling skills.
- Excellent communication skills in English and preferably in German, to effectively interact with team members, stakeholders, and clients.

**Our Commitment To You**:
**ZDF Sparks** is a workplace for **curious, ambitious, and collaborative AI trendsetters** who are excited about working on new and continuously changing customer challenges. We proudly **embrace diversity** and enjoy working **in fast-paced cross-functional and multicultural teams.**

Our **hybrid office and mobile work model** is designed to support **personal flexibility and creativity**, enabling a **healthy work-life balance**. We offer flexible working hours and a hybrid setup to accommodate any personal circumstances. In our centrally located **Berlin top-floor office**, we enjoy modern spaces with **ergonomic workstations** grouped to facilitate personal exchange and knowledge sharing, as well as closed rooms for larger meetings and quiet work.

We network with our ZDF office partners and visitors over **lunches, talks, and afterwork get-together events**; and engage in **f**un team activities during regular company events.**

To support your professional growth, we offer opportunities for further education through (**external) regular workshops and hackathons**, and networking events. Additionally, we provide a **professional development budget (per employee)** for conferences, certifications, or external courses. The **30-day vacation **rounds up the year to relax off the job.

**Our Values**:
At ZDF Sparks, our values are the cornerstone of everything we do:

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Transparent**: We believe in clear, open communication both within our team and with our clients. Your insights and knowledge will be valued and shared to drive collective success.
- ** Fun**: We believe that work should be enjoyable and fulfilling. At ZDF Sparks, we maintain a light-hearted atmosphere with humor and a relaxed communication style among colleagues. This fosters a positive environment where everyone feels comfortable and motivated to contribute their best, ensuring our collaborative efforts are both productive and enjoyable.
- ** Diverse**:Our strength lies in our diverse team. Different perspectives and backgrounds drive our creativity and innovation, ensuring that our AI solutions are comprehensive and inclusive. By integrating different points of view, our collaborative team develops AI that reflects various experiences and meets the diverse needs of our clients.
- ** Innovative**: We live and breathe innovation, continuously learning and pushing boundaries to deliver cutting-edge AI solutions.

**Any Questions?**:
Your contact person is**:Nilofer Qayumi (Senior Technical Recruiter)**

**_We look forward to getting to know you_**

**About us**:
ZDF Sparks was founded in 2024 - our data experts are an agile team dedicated to the development of AI solutions and algorithms for the media industry. We are focused on consulting, design and implementation of AI services, especially in the areas of algorithms, machine learning and data platforms for planning, communication, distribution and personalization of data and audiovisual content.

We are the perfect place for curious, ambitious and collaborative AI trendsetters who are excited about working on new and changing challenges. We enjoy working in our fast-paced, cross-functional and diverse team where everyone feels comfortable and can fulfill their full potential.