Operational Research Scientist

Job Description: C++/ Operations Research Scientist- Transportation Planning
Location: Dallas, TX Office (Hybrid) - fully remote work is not available for this role
Overview: Blue Yonder, a leading supply chain software company, is seeking an experienced and highly skilled Staff Operations Research Scientist to join our team working on the Transportation Planning product. As a Staff Operations Research Scientist, you will lead the development and implementation of advanced optimization algorithms and data-driven solutions to revolutionize transportation planning for businesses worldwide.
Responsibilities:

• Lead and drive the research and development of cutting-edge optimization algorithms for Blue Yonder's Transportation Planning product.
• Utilize C++ and CMake to design and implement high-performance software components.
• Apply CPLEX and other optimization libraries to solve complex transportation planning problems at scale.
• Collaborate with product managers and software engineers to understand business requirements and formulate mathematical models.
• Integrate Operations Research techniques and Machine Learning algorithms to enhance product intelligence and decision-making capabilities.
• Conduct in-depth data analysis to gain insights and identify optimization opportunities in transportation data.
• Implement and utilize Prometheus for monitoring and performance analysis of developed algorithms.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless integration and deployment of optimization solutions.
• Stay up-to-date with the latest advancements in Operations Research, Machine Learning, and optimization technologies.
• Mentor and provide technical guidance to junior Operations Research Scientists and software engineers.

Tech Stack:

• Programming languages: C++, CMake
• Optimization libraries: CPLEX
• Operations Research and mathematical modeling
• Machine Learning
• Monitoring and performance analysis: Prometheus

Qualifications:

• Extensive experience in developing and implementing optimization algorithms for transportation planning or similar domains.
• Proficiency in programming languages like C++ and build automation using CMake for software development.
• Strong background in utilizing optimization libraries such as CPLEX for solving large-scale optimization problems.
• Knowledge of Operations Research techniques and mathematical modeling for supply chain optimization.
• Experience with integrating Machine Learning algorithms into decision-support tools is a plus.
• Familiarity with monitoring and performance analysis using Prometheus or similar tools.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills, with a focus on delivering innovative solutions.
• Excellent communication and collaboration abilities to work effectively in a cross-functional environment.

Education:

• Master's or Ph.D. in Operations Research, Industrial Engineering, Computer Science, or a related quantitative field.

The salary range for this position is $85,469 - $123,765
The salary range information provided, reflects the anticipated base salary range for this position based on current national data. Minimums and maximums may vary based on location. Individual salary will be commensurate with skills, experience, certifications or licenses and other relevant factors. In addition, this role will be eligible to participate in either the annual performance bonus or commission program, determined by the nature of the position.
At Blue Yonder, we care about the wellbeing of our employees and those most important to them. This is reflected in our robust benefits package and options that includes:

• Comprehensive Medical, Dental and Vision
• 401K with Matching
• Flexible Time Off
• Corporate Fitness Program
• Wellbeing Days
• A variety of voluntary benefits such as; Legal Plans, Accident and Hospital Indemnity, Pet Insurance and much more

At Blue Yonder, we are committed to a workplace that genuinely fosters inclusion and belonging in which everyone can share their unique voices and talents in a safe space. We continue to be guided by our core values and are proud of our diverse culture as an equal opportunity employer. We understand that your career search may look different than others, and embrace the professional, personal, educational, and volunteer opportunities through which people gain experience.
Our Values
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Diversity, Inclusion, Value & Equality (DIVE) is our strategy for fostering an inclusive environment we can be proud of. Check out Blue Yonder's inaugural Diversity Report which outlines our commitment to change, and our video celebrating the differences in all of us in the words of some of our associates from around the world.
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