Chief Scientist

Application Deadline: 30 April 2024

Department: Engineering

Employment Type: Full Time

Location: Global Remote

Description

About AUBAAUBA is on a mission to revolutionize supply chain management through advanced, frictionless, real-time optimization tools. Our vision is to become the go-to super-app for supply chain optimization, enabling companies worldwide to maximize customer satisfaction while minimizing supply chain costs. To achieve this ambitious goal, we are seeking a visionary Chief Scientist to lead our journey into pioneering supply chain solutions.
Role Overview:The Chief Scientist will be at the forefront of AUBA’s innovation, driving the discovery, testing, and implementation of cutting-edge supply chain optimization technologies. 

Key Responsibilities

Key Responsibilities:- Lead the AUBA research/optimization lab, focusing on the exploration and implementation of groundbreaking technologies and methodologies in supply chain optimization.- Collaborate closely with the product development team to integrate research findings into practical, customer-centric solutions.- Foster a culture of innovation, encouraging experimentation and rapid iteration of new ideas and solutions.- Stay abreast of the latest research and technological advancements in supply chain management, identifying opportunities for AUBA to incorporate these into its product offerings.- Develop partnerships with academic and research institutions, co-developing solutions that advance the field of supply chain optimization.- Engage with customers and industry partners to understand their challenges and how AUBA’s solutions can address them.- Lead initiatives to build unique supply chain datasets, enhancing AUBA’s analytical capabilities and product offerings.

Skills, Knowledge and Expertise

Qualifications:- PhD in Operations Research, Robotics, Supply Chain Management, or a related field.- Extensive experience in supply chain optimization, with a proven track record of innovative research and successful application of research findings to solve real-world problems.- Deep understanding of current and emerging technologies in supply chain management, such as machine learning, AI, and advanced analytics.- Strong leadership skills, with the ability to inspire and lead a team of researchers and engineers.- Excellent communication and collaboration skills, capable of working with cross-functional teams and external partners.- Experience in productizing research findings, with a keen understanding of the commercialization process.

Benefits

Our Culture

At Auba, our culture is rooted in continuous learning and growth. We believe in iterating constantly to improve our product, processes, and, most importantly, ourselves. We're not afraid to try new things, take smart risks, and learn from our mistakes. We actively seek feedback and value open communication.

We build as a team, fostering honest and diverse communication while embracing the varied perspectives of our teammates. We err on the side of overcommunication to ensure everyone is on the same page.

Our commitment to our customers drives us to solve real problems, listen to their feedback, and handle their data responsibly.

We take ownership and accountability seriously, always delivering on our promises and taking pride in the quality of our work.


Benefits

Joining Auba comes with a range of benefits:

• Competitive compensation and meaningful equity.
• Unlimited PTO.
• Flexible, remote-first work arrangements.
• Health insurance or equivalent local benefits.
• Stipend for home office equipment.
• Experience working with cutting-edge technologies.
• Opportunities for professional growth.
• Periodic in-person get-togethers to build camaraderie with your teammates.