# Team Lead (f/m/d) Data Science at Pair > Hybrid · Germany · Staff · Analytics / Data science · open. Source: https://alderhq.app/jobs/personio%3Apair%3A2480445 (read 2026-11-08). ## Facts (observed) - Company: [Pair](https://alderhq.app/companies/pair) - Location text: Berlin (Hybrid) - Where it can be done from (inferred): Hybrid · Germany (evidence: "Location: Berlin (Hybrid)") - Posted: 2026-01-08 (304 days ago) - First seen by alder: 2026-11-04 · last verified: 2026-11-04 - Reposted: 0 times · edited: 0 times - Apply on the employer's site: https://pair.jobs.personio.de/job/2480445 - Skills listed (inferred): Python, FastAPI, PostgreSQL, MySQL, AWS, PyTorch ## Pay and sponsorship - Posted pay: €98k–€130k per year (from the description) - Market band for similar posted roles (Berlin, n 12): p25 €69k, median €90k, p75 €118k ## Description (the employer's text) ### Are you ready to change the market? Our company has experienced significant growth and we are continuously improving our technologies, processes, and policies to form a reliable foundation for further growth. To further develop our innovative product, we are looking for a Team Lead (f/m/d) Data Science to join our team. In this role you will focus on the further development of our Machine Learning products and lead a team of three Data Scientists. Become part of our strong international team that is transforming the traditional debt collection industry with innovation and a drive for excellence. ### Your Responsibilities: - Be part of one of our Data Science teams to further optimize our innovative product based on machine learning and artificial intelligence - Lead and mentor a team of three Data Scientists, providing technical guidance and support - Work on advanced and demanding AI fields such as our reinforcement learning-driven decisioning product that is used for our outbound communication - Improve our portfolio valuation models and work closely with our Finance department as stakeholders to ensure high quality output - Identify, understand, structure, and solve complex problems in collaboration with stakeholders (e.g. Behavioural Science, Tech, Finance, Collection, Market departments) - Work on projects that deliver measurable value to our business - Experiment with new technologies and acquire new skills to find clever solutions to the unique challenges we face - Report directly to our Director of AI & Data Science ### What we're looking for: - Degree in Data Science, Computer Science, Mathematics or similar - 6+ years experience as Data Scientist, ideally in a startup and/or fintech company - First leadership experience in a dynamic environment - Extensive experience with Python and with data processing packages (e.g. Pandas, Numpy) and machine learning frameworks (e.g. pytorch, scikit-learn, transformers) - Familiarity with web frameworks like Flask or FastAPI - Deep knowledge of relational databases such as MySQL or PostgreSQL - Experience with Reinforcement Learning would be a strong plus - Impressive track-record of projects using Machine Learning to solve business problems - Experience with agile development practices such as TDD/BDD, continuous integration, refactoring, code reviews, etc. - Experience with cloud-based infrastructure solutions such as AWS - Excellent English speaking and writing skills - Willingness to dive into our data and get your hands dirty ### Our offer for you: - For this lead role, our salary band is € 97,500 - € 130,000 gross per year (based on a 40-hour work week). The exact offer will reflect your experience and qualifications - Thriving, financially stable company - Strong experienced international team to support and mentor you along the way, smooth onboarding process - International team of 30+ nationalities with professionals and experts - Flat hierarchy, transparent and appreciative feedback culture, monthly all hands meetings, annual feedback and evaluation cycle, regular 1-on-1s with your lead - Well-structured onboarding process as well as supportive and welcoming colleagues - Personal learning & development budget as well as German and English language courses - Unlimited employment contract, flexible working hours and 28 vacation days for your work-life balance - Company pension plan, partly covered Deutschlandticket (public transport) and access to “Corporate Benefits” voucher platform to ensure your full well-being - Fun company summer and Christmas parties as well as regular team events - This role is based in Berlin, and we have a hybrid working policy. Modern office near Uhlandstraße is complete with fresh fruit, muesli and drinks for a comfortable and enjoyable workplace ### Who is your contact person? Your contact person for this position is Geneva Brooks. If you have any questions, please contact us directly by email (jobs@pairfinance.com). For more information about PAIR Finance, please take a look at our website and our careers page. We look forward to hearing from you! --- Data: alder (https://alderhq.app). Cite https://alderhq.app/jobs/personio%3Apair%3A2480445 and the date you read it. Observed facts come from the employer's own listing; location reach, level, family and skills are inferences.