Operations Research Specialist (m/f/d)

Your tasks:

• Analyze optimization requirements with stakeholders.
• Translate real-world problems into mathematical models.
• Implement and document optimization algorithms.
• Present your work to stakeholders and colleagues.
• Closely collaborate with our Data Science, Engineering, and Consulting teams.

Your profile:

•  University degree in operations research, mathematics, computer science, or any related field.
•  Structured and analytical mindset.
• Eagerness to adhere to high standards of code quality.
• Clear and succinct communication in English.
• Preferably, experience with most technologies listed below.

Technologies: 

We aim to use state-of-the-art software development tools and processes to ensure a productive and hassle-free environment.

• C++20
• modern CMake
• Conan v2
• gRPC and Protobuf
• Boost
• Scip
• LaTeX
• GitLab-based workflows, including proper code review and comprehensive CI

Flexible remote work

It is important to us that our employees' working hours leave enough room for family and leisure. Therefore, we offer flexible working hours and remote work by arrangement.

Health and fitness

Employees at DB Schenker benefit from comprehensive occupational health management with programs for health promotion and prevention.

Working from abroad

We offer our employees the opportunity to work abroad for a certain number of days a year - a perfect mix of career and adventure that turns a job into a journey and broadens horizons.

At DB Schenker, you are part of a global logistics network that connects the world. A network that allows you to shape your career by encouraging you to contribute and truly make a difference. With more than 76,000 colleagues worldwide, we welcome diversity and thrive on individual backgrounds, perspectives and skills. Together as one team, we are Here to move.

DB Schenker's Operations Research Team, as part of the Global Data & AI department, is spearheading the development and application of combinatorial optimization within the company. Our portfolio encompasses a wide array of in-house developed software for various kinds of optimization needs. Typical areas include packing, vehicle routing, and network design. As a member of this team, you will improve existing optimization algorithms and develop new ones.

Do you have any further questions? 
Do not hesitate to contact us.
We look forward to receiving your call/email!

Schenker AG
Kruppstraße 4
45128 Essen
Germany

* Equal Opportunity Employer: at DB Schenker we are proud of our diverse workforce and we are committed in enhancing it further. Therefore, we welcome all applicants, regardless of gender, age, disability, nationality, religion or sexual orientation.