Junior Data Scientist

Sandvik Aktiebolag; Svedala kommun; Hybrid; SEK 360,000 - 500,000; Full time

Job summary

Sandvik Aktiebolag in Sweden is seeking an early‑career data scientist to help develop AI models using image and sensor data. You will collaborate with experienced colleagues on experimentation, testing, and continuous improvement of models.

The role emphasizes hands‑on projects, thesis work, and open‑source contributions, with a hybrid work model at the Svedala site and opportunities to grow in applied AI.

Qualifications

• This role requires a degree and hands‑on project experience in data science or related fields.
• Experience with AI/ML concepts and algorithms for image or sensor data is preferred.
• Strong problem‑solving and analytical thinking are essential.
• Interest in applying theory to practical AI solutions within a team.

Responsibilities

• Develop and improve AI and machine learning models.
• Work with image and sensor data to build solutions.
• Test, validate, and refine models.
• Contribute to experiments and prototyping activities.
• Collaborate with team members to improve performance and results.

Skills

Data science foundations

Analytical thinking

Curiosity

Education

Degree in Data Science / Computer Science / Electrical Engineering

Job description

Do you want to turn image and sensor data into meaningful insights and real-world solutions? Here, you join a collaborative environment where innovation, learning, and data‑driven thinking move us forward.

About the job

You support the development of AI models and data‑driven solutions with a focus on image and sensor data. Working closely with more experienced colleagues, you take part in experimentation, testing, and continuous improvement of models.

Job responsibilities

• Support development of AI and machine learning models
• Work with image and sensor data to explore and build solutions
• Assist in testing, validating, and refining models
• Contribute to experiments and prototyping activities
• Collaborate with team members to improve performance and results

Location and flexibility

This position is based at our site in Svedala and offers a hybrid working model, allowing you to work remotely.

Your profile

You're early in your career and bring a strong foundation in data science or a related field. Curiosity drives you, and you're motivated to turn theory into practical solutions while growing your skills in applied AI.

Background requirements

• A degree in Data Science, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or similar
• Hands‑on experience through projects, thesis work, or open‑source contributions
• Interest in AI, machine learning, and algorithms for image or sensor data
• Strong problem‑solving ability and analytical thinking
• Eagerness to learn and develop within a team environment