Remote Automotive Data Analyst

Placements24; Midrand; Hybrid; ZAR 420,000 - 660,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully remote

Medical aid plan

Retirement savings

Online training resources

Cutting-edge projects

Remote work culture

Job summary

Placements24 invites you to join a global leader in automotive data solutions as a remote Automotive Data Analyst. You will transform raw vehicle data into insights that guide product development and business decisions while collaborating with a distributed team across disciplines.

You'll analyze large datasets, build dashboards in Tableau/Power BI, and design experiments. This fully remote role is within South Africa, with opportunities to advance analytics in the automotive space.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in quantitative field.
• 3+ years of data analysis experience, preferably in automotive.
• Proficiency in SQL for data extraction and manipulation.
• Experience with Python (Pandas) or R.
• Experience with data visualization tools (Tableau, Power BI, Looker).
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Strong communication and presentation skills.
• Ability to work independently in a remote setting.
• Familiarity with cloud data platforms (AWS/Azure/GCP) is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Collect, clean, and process large volumes of automotive data.
• Perform statistical analysis to identify trends, patterns, and correlations in vehicle data.
• Develop dashboards and reports using data visualization tools (Tableau, Power BI).
• Interpret findings and translate them into actionable business recommendations.
• Collaborate remotely with cross-functional teams across engineering, marketing, and product development.
• Design and implement A/B tests and other experiments to evaluate features or strategies.
• Stay updated on emerging trends in automotive data analytics and BI.
• Ensure data accuracy, integrity, and security throughout all analysis processes.

Skills

SQL

Python

Pandas

Statistics

Data Visualization

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Statistics, Mathematics, Computer Science, Economics, or related quantitative field

Tools

Tableau

Power BI

Looker

Job description

About the Role Our client, a global leader in automotive data solutions, is seeking a skilled and analytical Remote Automotive Data Analyst to join their distributed team. This position is crucial for transforming raw automotive data into actionable insights that drive business decisions. You will work with large datasets related to vehicle performance, market trends, customer behavior, and manufacturing processes. The ideal candidate has a strong background in data analysis, statistics, and a passion for the automotive industry. This is a fully remote role, offering the flexibility to work from anywhere within South Africa, with a focus on leveraging data to optimize strategies and enhance product development. Join our innovative team and help shape the future of automotive intelligence.

Key Responsibilities

• Collect, clean, and process large volumes of automotive data from various sources.
• Perform statistical analysis to identify trends, patterns, and correlations in vehicle data.
• Develop and maintain dashboards and reports using data visualization tools (e.g., Tableau, Power BI).
• Interpret complex data findings and translate them into clear, concise, and actionable business recommendations.
• Collaborate remotely with cross-functional teams, including engineering, marketing, and product development.
• Design and implement A/B tests and other experiments to evaluate product features or strategies.
• Stay updated on emerging trends in automotive data analytics and business intelligence.
• Ensure data accuracy, integrity, and security throughout all analysis processes.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Statistics, Mathematics, Computer Science, Economics, or a related quantitative field.
• Proven experience (3+ years) as a Data Analyst, preferably with exposure to the automotive sector.
• Proficiency in SQL for data extraction and manipulation.
• Strong skills in at least one statistical programming language (e.g., Python with Pandas, R).
• Experience with data visualization tools (e.g., Tableau, Power BI, Looker).
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Strong communication and presentation skills for conveying complex findings to both technical and non-technical audiences.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple projects in a remote setting.
• Familiarity with cloud data platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure, GCP) is a plus.

Benefits

• This role offers a competitive salary and the significant benefit of being fully remote, providing unparalleled flexibility.
• Our client provides a comprehensive medical aid plan and a retirement savings fund.
• Employees have access to extensive online training resources for professional development in data science and automotive analytics.
• Opportunities to work on cutting-edge projects within the automotive technology space are abundant.
• The company fosters a collaborative and supportive remote work culture, emphasizing work-life balance.