Remote Automotive Data Analyst

Placements24; Randburg; Hybrid; ZAR 420,000 - 650,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Health insurance

Fully remote

Flexible hours

Growth opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 in Randburg is seeking a skilled Remote Automotive Data Analyst to join the data science team. You will analyze large datasets on vehicle performance, customer behavior and market trends to drive business decisions, and work completely from home with cross‑functional collaboration.

Responsibilities include building dashboards, delivering data-driven recommendations for product development, sales and marketing, and ensuring data quality with engineering and product teams while

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in data-related field.
• Proven experience as a Data Analyst, automotive experience a plus.
• Proficiency in SQL, Python (Pandas/NumPy) and R.
• Experience with Tableau, Power BI or similar tools.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail.
• Ability to clearly communicate data insights remotely.

Responsibilities

• Collect, clean, and process large automotive data across sources.
• Analyze data using statistical methods and create visual insights.
• Develop and maintain dashboards and reports for stakeholders.
• Provide data-driven recommendations to support product, sales, and marketing.
• Collaborate with engineering and product teams to ensure data quality.
• Stay updated on advanced data analysis techniques relevant to automotive.

Skills

SQL

Python (Pandas/NumPy)

R

Data visualization

Analytical thinking

Education

Bachelor's degree in Data Science/Statistics/CS

Tools

Tableau

Power BI

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a skilled Remote Automotive Data Analyst to join their data science team. This position focuses on analyzing large datasets related to vehicle performance, customer behavior, and market trends to provide actionable insights that drive business decisions. You will work entirely from home, collaborating with stakeholders across various departments to uncover patterns and opportunities within the automotive industry. This role is essential for leveraging data to enhance product development, marketing strategies, and operational efficiency in a remote-first environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Collect, clean, and process large volumes of automotive data from various sources.
• Analyze data using statistical methods and data visualization tools to identify trends, patterns, and correlations.
• Develop and maintain dashboards and reports to communicate key findings to stakeholders.
• Provide data-driven recommendations to support strategic decision-making in product development, sales, and marketing.
• Collaborate with engineering and product teams to ensure data quality and define data collection strategies.
• Stay updated on the latest data analysis techniques and tools relevant to the automotive sector.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Data Science, Statistics, Computer Science, or a related quantitative field.
• Proven experience as a Data Analyst, with specific experience in the automotive industry being a significant advantage.
• Proficiency in data analysis tools such as SQL, Python (Pandas, NumPy), and R.
• Experience with data visualization tools like Tableau, Power BI, or similar.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with excellent attention to detail.
• Ability to communicate complex data insights clearly and concisely in a remote setting.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and performance-based bonuses.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance coverage.
• Fully remote work arrangement with flexible hours.
• Opportunities for professional growth and access to training resources.
• Work on impactful projects shaping the future of the automotive industry from your home office.