Remote Automotive Data Scientist

Placements24; Sandton; Ibrido; ZAR 600.000 - 1.000.000; Tempo pieno

Vantaggi offerti da questo lavoro

Competitive salary

Remote work

Health benefits

Learning opportunities

Descrizione del lavoro

Placements24 is seeking a Remote Automotive Data Scientist to analyze vast automotive datasets, driver behavior, and manufacturing metrics from anywhere in South Africa. You will build ML models for predictive analytics, design experiments, and communicate findings via dashboards.

The role requires a strong statistical and machine learning background, experience with Python/R and related libraries, and the ability to work effectively in a remote setup with cross-functional teams in the

Competenze

• Advanced degree in a quantitative field.
• Proven data science project experience.
• Strong ML/statistics and experimentation skills.

Mansioni

• Collect, clean, and process large automotive datasets.
• Develop and implement ML models for predictive analytics and anomaly detection.
• Perform statistical analysis and hypothesis testing to derive insights.
• Design experiments to evaluate data-driven solutions.
• Create dashboards and visualisations to communicate findings.
• Collaborate with engineering and product teams to integrate models.
• Stay updated on data science and automotive tech advances.
• Ensure data privacy and security throughout processes.

Conoscenze

Portfolio of data science projects

Remote work experience

Strong statistical background

Formazione

Master's or PhD in Data Science / Stats / CS

Strumenti

Python

R

Pandas

NumPy

Scikit-learn

TensorFlow

PyTorch

SQL

NoSQL

Spark/Hadoop

Descrizione del lavoro

About the Role

Our client, a leader in automotive data analytics and artificial intelligence, is actively seeking a Remote Automotive Data Scientist to join their innovative team. This is a 100% remote position, offering the flexibility to work from any location within your home country. You will play a crucial role in analyzing vast datasets generated by vehicles, driver behaviour, and manufacturing processes to extract actionable insights. Your work will contribute to improving vehicle safety, developing predictive maintenance solutions, optimizing manufacturing efficiency, and enhancing the overall driving experience. The ideal candidate has a strong statistical and machine learning background, coupled with a passion for the automotive industry and proven experience in data-driven problem-solving.

Key Responsibilities

• Collect, clean, and process large, complex datasets from various automotive sources.


• Develop and implement machine learning models for predictive analytics, anomaly detection, and pattern recognition.


• Perform statistical analysis and hypothesis testing to derive meaningful insights.


• Design and conduct experiments to evaluate the effectiveness of data-driven solutions.


• Create compelling data visualisations and dashboards to communicate findings to stakeholders.


• Collaborate with engineering and product teams to integrate data science models into automotive products and services.


• Stay abreast of the latest advancements in data science, machine learning, and automotive technology.


• Ensure data privacy and security protocols are adhered to throughout all processes.

Requirements

• Master's or Ph.D. in Data Science, Statistics, Computer Science, Mathematics, or a related quantitative field.


• Proven experience as a Data Scientist, with a strong portfolio of completed projects.


• Expertise in statistical modelling, machine learning algorithms (e.g., regression, classification, clustering, deep learning), and experimental design.


• Proficiency in programming languages such as Python or R, and relevant data science libraries (e.g., Pandas, NumPy, Scikit-learn, TensorFlow, PyTorch).


• Experience with SQL and NoSQL databases.


• Familiarity with big data technologies (e.g., Spark, Hadoop) is a plus.


• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills.


• Excellent communication and presentation skills for conveying complex technical information.


• Must be self-motivated and able to work effectively in a remote environment.

Benefits

• This role offers a highly competitive salary, excellent health and wellness benefits, and the unique advantage of working remotely with a globally recognized company.


• You'll be at the forefront of automotive innovation, leveraging data to shape the future of the industry.


• Our client fosters a collaborative and supportive culture, providing ample opportunities for learning and professional advancement.


• Contribute your data science expertise to redefine automotive technology, all while enjoying the benefits of remote work.