Lead Data Scientist / Data Science & Analytics Lead

Koonei.com

We manage complex and dynamic cash flows, where monitoring and optimizing every cost item chargebacks, refunds, bank fees, operational and business costs, is essential for the sustainability and growth of the business.

Data Scientist / Data Science & Analytics Lead

What You’ll Do

• Analyzing 

  large volumes

   of transactional and financial data.
• Developing 

  predictive models

   to forecast future volumes, reduce chargebacks, and optimize refunds.
• Defining and 

  tracking critical KPIs

   (margins, churn, cash flow, cost per transaction, etc.).
• Leading our internal development team by setting priorities and translating business needs into 

  concrete technical requirements

  .
• Overseeing the 

  creation of an internal analytics CRM capable

   — also with the help of AI — of suggesting operational actions and data-driven strategies.
• Translating data into 

  clear

  , immediately actionable insights to support fast and focused decision-making.

What We’re Looking For

• Degree in a 

  quantitative field

   (Mathematics, Statistics, Computer Science, Engineering, or similar).

• Solid experience

   in data science, predictive modeling, and machine learning.
• Strong command of Python (pandas, scikit-learn, numpy, etc.) and SQL.
• Experience with data 

  visualization tools

   (e.g., Power BI, Tableau, Metabase).
• Ability to 

  manage projects

   and collaborate with 

  development teams

  .
• Strategic and results-oriented mindset, with a strong focus on costs, margins, and 

  business performance

  .
• Familiarity with 

  AI-powered

   analytics and the ability to evaluate when and how to apply AI in business decision-making.

Nice to Have

• Experience in 

  subscription-based

  , fintech, or 

  digital payments environments

  .
• Knowledge of 

  fraud detection systems

   and chargeback/refund management.
• Familiarity with cloud environments (AWS, GCP, Azure).
• Background in 

  business process optimization

  .

Why Join Koonei

• A 

  competitive contract

   aligned with your experience and level of responsibility.
• Direct impact on the future of a 

  fast-growing startup

  .
• Opportunities for 

  professional growth

   and development in 

  big data

   and AI applied to business.
• A culture of 

  collaboration, ownership, and innovation

   where your ideas matter.
• On-site position in Milan, located near Piazza Gae Aulenti.

Ready to Build With Us?

If you’re excited by the idea of leading analytics in a high-impact role, we’d love to hear from you.