Data Scientist, Meteorology

Overview / Brief

Louis Dreyfus Company is a leading merchant and processor of agricultural goods. Our activities span the entire value chain from farm to fork, across a broad range of business lines, we leverage our global reach and extensive asset network to serve our customers and consumers around the world. Structured as a matrix organization of six geographical regions and ten platforms, Louis Dreyfus Company is active in over 100 countries and employs approximately 18,000 people globally.

We are looking for a highly skilled Data Scientist for our global Weather Desk with a strong background in Meteorology. The ideal candidate will hold a PhD or Master's degree in Atmospheric Science or a related field. We seek for someone who is passionate not only about data analytics and modeling, but also enjoys interpreting large-scale weather patterns and teleconnections. The role balances forecasting work for commercial teams and research projects using data science. The ideal candidate is proficient in weather forecasting and understands the driving forces behind expected weather patterns.

Diversity & Inclusion

LDC is driven by a set of shared values and high ethical standards

Diversity is part of our DNA. LDC strives to create a diverse and inclusive work environment where people can thrive regardless of gender, sexuality, ethnicity or background.

Sustainability

Sustainable value is at the heart of our purpose as a company

We are passionate about creating fair and sustainable value, both for our business and for other value chain stakeholders: our people, our business partners, the communities we touch and the environment around us.

Main Responsibilities:

• Lead global weather intelligence and monitoring for the SouthEast Asia regional commercial offices
• Conduct research, perform data analysis, and create predictive models using meteorological datasets
• Work with internal team to expand and improve suite of weather monitoring tools and visualizations
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to translate complex weather/climate data into actionable insights through an agricultural commodity lens
• Present weather and research output to both technical and non-technical stakeholders on a regular basis
• Interact with our AI Hub in Singapore and ensure LDC benefits from the most recent developments in weather-related AI

Experiences:

• At least 1-3 years of relevant experiences
• Strong background in meteorology and forecasting
• Proven experience in research and data analytics
• Experience with agricultural commodities and trading is a plus
• Experience with modeling techniques and machine learning algorithms is a plus
• Experience with Google Earth Engine is a plus
• Genuine interest in commodity trading industry
• Strong analytical and statistical capabilities, with a proven track record in problem-solving
• Excellent communication skills
• Ability to work independently and in collaborative settings

Technical Skills:

• Proficiency in Python
• Experience in data analysis libraries (e.g. Pandas, NumPy, SciPy)

Academics:

• PhD or Master's in Atmospheric Science, Agricultural Science, Meteorology or related field of study