Lead Data Scientist - Cloud Analytics for IoT

Caterpillar Inc.; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 128,000 - 209,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision benefits

401(k) savings plan

Paid time off

Job summary

Caterpillar Inc. in Chicago, IL, is seeking a Lead Data Scientist to guide analytics projects within the Cloud Analytics Engineering team. You will apply advanced statistics and machine learning to electrification and strategic analytics initiatives, shaping solutions for customers and dealers.

Collaboration across cross-functional teams is essential. The role requires experience in Python data science, cloud platforms, and industry knowledge of heavy equipment.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of statistical tools to describe business results.
• Attention to detail and accuracy in analyses.
• Analytical thinking to determine root causes and provide solutions.
• Knowledge of machine learning and deployment of related systems.
• Proficiency in programming languages and data tooling.
• Ability to search, extract and format data from data management systems.
• Experience with requirements elicitation and analysis.

Responsibilities

• Participate on cross-functional project teams guiding technical direction.
• Demonstrate breadth/depth in applying statistical and digital methods to business problems.
• Manage 3-4 projects concurrently.
• Demonstrate knowledge of Caterpillar and its systems, processes, and external factors.
• Research and apply new methods and digital technologies to exceed customer expectations.
• Utilize data analytics software to deliver insights and solutions.
• Deepen team capability and collaborate to push technical boundaries.

Skills

Business statistics

Accuracy/detail-oriented

Analytical thinking

Machine learning

Programming languages

Query/database access tools

Requirements analysis

Education

Bachelor/Master/PhD in a related field

Tools

Python (NumPy/SciPy/pandas)

Cloud technologies (AWS/Azure/Google Cloud)

Version control (Git/SVN/AZDO)

Job description

Caterpillar Inc. in Chicago, IL, is seeking a Lead Data Scientist to guide analytics projects within the Cloud Analytics Engineering team. You will apply advanced statistics and machine learning to electrification and strategic analytics initiatives, shaping solutions for customers and dealers.

Collaboration across cross-functional teams is essential. The role requires experience in Python data science, cloud platforms, and industry knowledge of heavy equipment.