Data

Data

Wherever efficiency is needed, data has a key role to play. We deliver to 26 billion items a year to 30 million addresses; it can not be overstated how critical data is to our modern operation. Our Data team drive our innovations and machine learning capabilities that touch every part of our organisation.

We're constantly working to provide and support analytical insight, dashboards and reporting for the portfolio teams, and develop technologies that make us a stronger business. We’re a social team, and encourage diversity of thought by collaborating together, networking and inspiring one another. It's not just about collecting data either, but how we use it. As we automate our operation and utilise the internet of things in more sophisticated ways, you'll be part of the team driving that transformation, shaping the future of our business.

We don't just invest in technology, we'll invest in you. Join us, and you’ll propel our transformation, helping us make a difference to our workforces and customers through the power of data, with opportunities around every corner.

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Postperson with Driving - High Wycombe North Delivery Office (HP11 1AA) High Wycombe, GB, HP11 1AA
Postperson with Driving - Bonnyrigg Delivery Office (EH19 3BY) Bonnyrigg, GB, EH19 3EX
Postperson with Driving - Brighton Delivery Office (BN1 1AA) Brighton, GB, BN1 1AA
Postperson with Driving - Swan House Leicester Delivery Office (LE19 1TH) Leicester, GB, LE19 1TH
Postperson with Driving - Chelmsford Delivery Office (CM2 6ZZ) Chelmsford, GB, CM2 6ZZ
Postperson with Driving - Belfast West Delivery Office (BT1 1AA) Belfast, GB, BT1 1AA
Parcel Delivery Driver - Leicester MPU (LE19 1LE) Leicester, GB, LE19 1LE
Parcel Delivery Driver - Leicester MPU (LE19 1LE) Leicester, GB, LE19 1LE
Postperson with Driving - Finchley Church End Delivery Office (N3 1HQ) East Finchley, GB, N3 1HQ
Postperson with Driving - Chester Delivery Office (CH1 3AA) Chester, GB, CH1 3AA

Our Work

Data

We set out to introduce higher precision estimated delivery windows, with time frames as narrow as two hours. This presented a challenge as our parcels are part of a broader traffic mix of which a large portion is not digitally visible. By filtering and linking the 80GB of GPS data that our posties collect each day we could generate a historic data set in combination with scan data, and apply data science models to predict doorstep delivery times. By using cloud solutions and combining regression techniques with confidence; calculations for each address has enabled us to provide reliable delivery windows to customers. This was possible due to excellent data quality, continuous communication and close collaboration.

Our People

Dr. Betty Schirrmeister - Principal Data Scientist

“Following my PhD in Computational Biology, I joined Royal Mail’s data science team in 2016. With its vast amount of data and good technological infrastructure, Royal Mail has great opportunities for data scientists to work on diverse problems, ranging from route optimisation, forecasting to general predictive analytics, which makes day to day work exciting and enjoyable. I love our team spirit, as well as the support and benefits Royal Mail is offering employees, which having become a mother recently has proven of great value.”

Dr. Betty Schirrmeister - Principal Data Scientist

“Following my PhD in Computational Biology, I joined Royal Mail’s data science team in 2016. With its vast amount of data and good technological infrastructure, Royal Mail has great opportunities for data scientists to work on diverse problems, ranging from route optimisation, forecasting to general predictive analytics, which makes day to day work exciting and enjoyable. I love our team spirit, as well as the support and benefits Royal Mail is offering employees, which having become a mother recently has proven of great value.”

We're proactive about learning

"Training is quite a big thing for me and it's really good at RMG. They’re very proactive about putting you on courses and promoting you to go on them – also the people at RMG are so friendly, I have not met anyone who isn’t helpful, even if you have never met them, they’re open to you asking questions and helping you out, yet you’re also trusted to get on with things, not micromanaged."


 

Benefits

Ability to purchase an additional 5 days annual leave

Full annual membership to CITF

Online self-learning portals include Magpie & GetAbstract

Access to EveryWoman career development resources

Opportunity to access Pluralsight and Cloud Academy licenses / membership for specialist roles

Our First Class health and wellbeing programme includes access to a confidential helpline, a wellbeing portal for hints and tips across a range of subjects and access to gyms in our larger sites.

Locations

Based mainly in London, with a team in Chesterfield, the Data team plays an essential role in driving transformation and shaping the future of the business. It's an atmosphere that encourages creativity and collaboration, sharing exciting ideas and bringing energy to every project.

 

 

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