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AI/ML applications leverage vast amounts of data to identify insights, automate processes, and solve complex problems across a wide range of fields, including healthcare, finance, e-commerce, and more. AI/ML processes transform raw data into actionable intelligence, enabling automation, predictive analytics, and intelligent solutions. Data AI/ML combines advanced statistical modeling, computational power, and data engineering to build intelligent systems that can learn, adapt, and automate decisions.AI/ML Scientist (Operations research/Optimization/Simulation)\nA.P. Moller - Maersk\nA.P. Moller - Maersk is the global leader in container shipping services. The business operates in 130 countries and employs 80,000 staff. An integrated container logistics company, Maersk aims to connect and simplify its customers’ supply chains.\nToday, we have more than 180 nationalities represented in our workforce across 131 Countries and this mean, we have elevated level of responsibility to continue to build inclusive workforce that is truly representative of our customers and their customers and our vendor partners too.\nThe team - who are we:\nWe are an ambitious team with the shared passion to use data, data science (DS), machine learning (ML), advanced simulation, optimization and engineering excellence to make a difference for our customers.\nWe are a team, not a collection of individuals. We value our diverse backgrounds, our different personalities and strengths & weaknesses. We value trust and passionate debates. We challenge each other and hold each other accountable. We uphold a caring feedback culture to help each other grow, professionally and personally.\nWe are now seeking a new team member who is excited about developing advanced simulation models,optimization algorithms and AI/ML solutions that create operational insights for container shipping terminals\nworldwide, helping them optimize container handling, yard operations, vessel operations, and drive efficiency\nand business value.\nWe Offer - This Is What You Get\nYou will be part of the APM Terminals team within Global data and analytics (GDA), responsible for developing and delivering advanced simulation models, optimizations and AI/ML models for container shipping\nterminals. As an AI/ML Scientist, you will have a leading role in designing, building, maintaining, and\niterating on products that directly impact terminal operations.\nThis position offers a unique opportunity to develop and apply your deep knowledge of simulation, optimization, data science methods, software engineering, and modern AI development tools to create\noperational and strategic insights that are transforming container terminal operations globally.\nThis is an exciting time to join a growing and dynamic team that solves some of the toughest problems in\nterminal operations and builds the future of container shipping. We offer a unique opportunity to impact global trade via world-leading container terminals. We focus on our people and the right candidate will have broad\npossibilities to further develop competencies in an environment characterized by change and continuous Progress.\nKey Responsibilities\nDesign, implement and deliver advanced simulation models and optimization solutions for terminal operations including container handling equipment efficiency, yard positioning strategies, vessel loading/unloading sequencing, and truck routing.\n\nDevelop and maintain efficient applied engineering solutions that solve real-world operational challenges at container terminals globally.\n\nBuild both operational tools for day-to-day terminal operations and strategic models for long-term planning and decision-making.\n\nWork with relevant stakeholders to understand terminal operational dynamics and business processes, incorporating their needs into products to enhance value delivery.\n\nCollaborate and communicate model rationale, results and insights with product teams, leadership and business stakeholders to roll out solutions to production environments.\n\nAnalyse data, measure delivered value, and continuously evaluate and improve models to increase effectiveness and operational impact.\n\nTo do this job, we imagine you have:\n5+ years of industry experience in building and delivering simulation models, optimization solutions, or data science products.\n\nPhD or M.Sc. in Operations Research, Industrial Engineering, Machine Learning, Statistics, Applied Mathematics, Computer Science, or other field related to algorithms and data (or equivalent experience).\n\nStrong experience in simulation modeling and optimization, particularly in operational environments with complex dynamics.\n\nResearch or industry experience in one or more: Discrete event simulation, Combinatorial optimization problems (e.g., scheduling, vehicle routing, bin packing, sequencing), Continuous optimization problems (e.g., linear programming, mixed-integer programming, convex programming), AI/ML methods for operational problems, Prescriptive analytics (e.g., stochastic optimization, reinforcement learning).\n\nExperience with AI development tools and code assistants (GitHub Copilot, Cursor, Claude Code, or similar) for enhanced productivity.\n\nExcellent record of delivery using Python and technologies like Git, JIRA, etc.\n\nAbility to understand complex operational systems and translate business requirements into effective technical solutions.\n\nStrong communication skills with ability to work independently with stakeholders while liaising and reviewing with the team.\n\nExperience working with cloud environments.\n\nNice to have:\nExperience in container terminal operations, port logistics, or similar operational environments with complex resource allocation and scheduling dynamics.\n\nFamiliarity with container handling equipment, yard operations, or vessel operationsExperience in material handling, manufacturing operations, or other domains involving physical asset optimization and sequencing problems.\n\nExperience developing and interacting with generative AI models.\n\nMaersk is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace, and we embrace different styles of thinking. Maersk is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applicants without regard to race, colour, gender, sex, age, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, marital status, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy or parental leave, veteran status, gender identity, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. We will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with all legal requirements.\nWe are happy to support your need for any adjustments during the application and hiring process. If you need special assistance or an accommodation to use our website, apply for a position, or to perform a job, please contact us by emailing .\nCORE SKILLSData Analysis: The process of inspecting, cleansing, transforming, and modeling data to discover useful information, draw conclusions, and support decision-making\nProficiency Level: Proficient\nStatistical Analysis: The process of collecting and analyzing data to identify patterns and trends, and to make informed decisions.\nProficiency Level: Proficient\nAI & Machine Learning: The field of artificial intelligence (AI) involves creating systems that can perform tasks that typically require human intelligence. Machine learning (ML) is a subset\nof AI that uses algorithms to learn from and make predictions based on data\nProficiency Level: Proficient\nProgramming: Writing code to manipulate, analyze, and visualize data, often using languages like Python, R, and SQL.\nProficiency Level: Proficient\nData Science: A multidisciplinary field that uses scientific methods, processes, algorithms, and systems to extract knowledge and insights from structured and unstructured data.\nProficiency Level: Proficient\nSPECIALIZED SKILLS\nData Validation and Testing: Ensuring that data is accurate and meets the required standards before it is used in analysis or decision-making.\nModel Deployment: The process of making a trained machine learning model available for use in production environments.\nMachine Learning Pipelines: Automated workflows that manage the end-to-end process of training and deploying machine learning models.\nDeep Learning: A subset of machine learning involving neural networks with many layers, used to model complex patterns in data.\nNatural Language Processing (NLP): A field of AI that focuses on the interaction between computers and humans through natural language.\nOptimization & Scientific Computing: Using Mathematical techniques and computational algorithms to solve complex problems and optimize processes\nDecision Modeling and Risk Analysis: Decision Modeling and Risk Analysis are methodologies used to make informed, data-driven decisions under uncertainty, especially when multiple factors and possible outcomes need to be considered.\nTechnical Documentation: Creating and maintaining documentation that explains the functionality, use, and maintenance of software or systems.\nDefinition of Proficiency Levels:\nFoundational: This is the entry level of the skill, typically expected when starting a new role or working with the skill for the first time. 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