Data Scientist
At ZeroNorth, we are at the forefront of transforming the shipping industry through digital innovation. Our solutions go beyond optimizing business operations, they are designed to lead the industry in sustainability by significantly reducing CO2 emissions.
Our core mission of making global trade greener drives everything we do. Your contributions will play a crucial role in reducing emissions, aligning commercial success with sustainability, and delivering benefits for both profitability and the environment.
ZeroNorth is powered by a diverse team of 550+ professionals with more than 38 nationalities, operating out of global hubs including Copenhagen (our headquarters), Athens, Chennai, Mumbai, New York, Oslo, San Diego, Singapore, Sofia, and Tokyo. We are leading the industry's green transition, enabling our partners to leverage data for actionable decarbonization efforts.
Data Scientist at ZeroNorth
As a Data Scientist in ZeroNorth you will help bring value to the customer by building data-driven products & solutions. We are specifically looking for someone with an interest in building and deploying LLM-based solutions to optimize operational processes in the shipping industry.
Key responsibilities:
Ideate, develop, deploy and test data science and machine learning solutions within and about our products and operations.
Explore and analyse our data universe consisting of billions of data points, for example on fuel consumption, commercial planning, voyage planning and weather data.
Use large bodies of human-generated text in combination with open-source LLMs to improve operational efficiency.
Build production-ready APIs in collaboration with the data engineering team.
Create and optimise advanced analytics algorithms, likely using methods from fields such as machine learning, operations research, mathematical optimisation, or Bayesian modelling.
Collaborate with your team to ensure your developments make an impact, for example with Data Engineers to hook into data pipelines, with Software Engineers to deploy into live products and with Product Managers and actual users to ensure business viability.
Your profile:
3+ years of experience, working on innovative data science solutions, ideally with demonstrated business impact.
Strong knowledge and practical experience in one or more relevant fields, such as machine learning, mathematical optimisation, operations research, causal inference, Bayesian modelling, differentiable programming.
Experience working with collaborative software engineering practices (Git, Agile, DevOps), and methodologies for systematic and continuous analytics delivery (DataOps, MLOps).
Strong expertise in SQL and Python for data processing and analytics.
Excellent communication skills to share your findings and approaches with a wide range of audiences, from technical peers to business stakeholders.
A pragmatic, conscious mindset when trading off development speed versus building fundamentals.
Relevant educational background in computer science, mathematics, engineering, physics or similar.
About ZeroNorth
At ZeroNorth, we aim to make global trade sustainable by steering the maritime industry toward zero emissions. Using advanced technology and trusted data, our platform delivers real-time insights to optimize operations and align commercial success with environmental impact.
We partner with customers on their journey toward sustainability, solving complex challenges and empowering informed decisions that benefit both the planet and their bottom line.
Our culture thrives on growth, inclusion, and collaboration. We value honesty, trust, and the unique contributions of every team member, driving meaningful change together. Let's make global trade green.
- Locations
- Copenhagen
- Remote status
- Hybrid
- Employment type
- Full-time

Copenhagen
Our Workspace & Culture
As ZeroNorth continues to grow, our leadership in shipping digitalization only strengthens.
We firmly believe that unity drives progress. With a team composed of the industry’s most inventive minds, tech enthusiasts, and visionary thinkers, we foster a culture where collaboration is paramount, deeply rooted in the core of our mission.
Located in the vibrant heart of Copenhagen, our state-of-the-art headquarters is more than just a workspace; it's a symbol of our commitment to teamwork, valuing insights over hierarchy, and embracing adaptability.
As we navigate our growth and respond to the evolving needs of our team, we fully support a dynamic work environment, offering both in-house and remote work options.
About ZeroNorth
At ZeroNorth, we're on a mission to make global trade greener every day. In a world where regulations, geopolitical shifts, and environmental concerns shape the maritime industry, we aim to create positive impact and drive towards zero emissions.
Data-Driven Impact
Data is our compass. In a constantly changing world, we rely on data for truth. By combining innovative technology, expertise, and massive data sets, our platform ensures seamless information flow from ship to shore, serving as a single source of truth throughout the value chain.
Partnering for Success
We’re with our customers every step of the way, supporting their journey towards sustainable and digital excellence. Our team is dedicated to solving complex problems and aligning commercial success with sustainability. True success means empowering our customers to make decisions that benefit both profit and the planet.
Together, we can make global trade green.
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