Data Scientist – Time Series Forecasting

November 4, 2026

Remote

Senior

Greater Barcelona Metropolitan Area

Keep in mind

Original vacancy is in Spanish
You will likely need Spanish for the job. The employer can confirm

Also worth knowing

English is required

Description

A technology company specialized in AI, analytics, data governance and cloud is hiring a Data Scientist focused on time series forecasting for its Finance area. The role covers classical and ML-based forecasting on large datasets using Python, PySpark and SQL, with an emphasis on performance and autonomous communication of business results. The employer offers a permanent contract, flexible work location and equity participation.

Responsibilities

Develop time series forecasting models for the Finance area
Apply machine learning techniques to large datasets for finance use cases
Design solutions with a performance mindset, improving processing times and resource consumption
Collaborate with Data Engineers on the final productionization of models
Communicate results and their business implications independently

Requirements

4 years of experience in similar responsibilities
Degree in Data Science, Computer Science, Engineering, Mathematics, Statistics, Quantitative Finance or a related field (MS/PhD valued)
Solid Python with good development practices: clean, tested and versioned code
PySpark for distributed data processing at large scale
Demonstrable experience in time series forecasting (classical and/or ML)
Application of ML techniques on large datasets: clustering, classification, regression, anomaly detection
Optimization and performance mindset: designs with performance in mind and proposes improvements that impact metrics
SQL for data access and transformation
Solid understanding of agile methodologies
Professional English
Autonomous work style: manages own time, takes initiative and communicates results and business implications independently

Conditions

Permanent contract with salary adjusted to experience and two annual reviews
Flexible schedule with the ability to work from wherever you want
Equity participation in the company
Specialized training plan and career development
Health insurance and flexible compensation benefits
Free meals at the office two days a week
Extra week of holidays at Christmas and three additional days at Easter
Welcome kit with a choice of Mac or Windows laptop, phone and Bluetooth headphones
Pet-friendly offices in central Barcelona or Madrid
Full-time employment