Caterpillar Inc.

Lead Data Scientist

Caterpillar Inc.

full-time

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Location Type: Office

Location: East PeoriaIllinoisTennesseeUnited States

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Salary

💰 $128,470 - $208,770 per year

Job Level

About the role

  • Key areas of accountability include participating in the design and development of Data and Analytic Solutions including GenAI as part of Strategic Cybersecurity projects and programs;
  • Conduct Data Discovery, data preparation and data processing for business intelligence and ML / AI Models.
  • Exploring, promoting, and implementing semantic data capabilities through data analytics and machine learning techniques.
  • Leading to define requirements and scope of data analyses; presenting and reporting possible business insights to management using data visualization technologies.
  • Conducting research on data model optimization and algorithms to improve effectiveness and accuracy on data analyses.
  • Plan technical deliverables and definition of done for each sprint for the Jr. Data Engineers
  • Communicate and Present the Technical Deliverables to stakeholders and business in an easy-to-understand way.
  • Demonstrate a breadth of knowledge in the application statistical methods and/or digital methods to solve business problems
  • Develop, validate, train and implement statistical models, and implement digital solutions
  • Participate on 3-4 projects/products concurrently
  • Demonstrate strong initiative to research and apply new methods to exceed customer expectations.
  • Have a strong focus on continual learning in the Analytics field

Requirements

  • Typically Master’s degree in Applied Statistics, Data Science, Business Analytics, Business Intelligence & Analytics, Mathematics, Computer Science, Computer Science, Engineering, Informatics, Information Systems Management, Mathematics, MBA with Technical Undergrad, Predictive Analytics, Statistics, or equivalent technical degree.
  • Extensive experience applying Python (NumPy, SciPy, pandas, etc) programming to solve business challenges.
  • Extensive experience (typically 8 years+) with advanced data analysis and statistical methods such as regression, hypothesis testing, ANOVA, statistical process control, etc.
  • Extensive experience in practical applications of Machine Learning techniques such as Clustering, Logistic Regression, Random Forests, SVM or Neural Networks.
  • Advanced experience in quantifying the costs, benefits, risks and chances for success before recommending a course of action.
  • In-depth technical and problem-solving skills and evidence of continuous learning in the analytics field
  • Extensive knowledge of techniques and tools that promote effective analysis; ability to determine the root cause of organizational problems and create alternative solutions that resolve these problems.
  • Working knowledge with cloud technologies (AWS, Azure, Google Cloud, etc)
  • Extensive experience with Snowflake and SQL
  • Advanced experience in DevOPs and ML-OPs
  • Extensive experience with the necessity and value of accuracy; ability to complete tasks with high levels of precision.
  • Good understanding of Agile Best Practices to work with Project Manager and Team to Plan, Effort Estimation, Check Quality, Document and Deliver on time with help of team.
  • Must demonstrate strong initiative, interpersonal skills, and the ability to communicate effectively; Presenting technical work in small or large setting of Stakeholders and Leaders.
  • Experience with GenAI is plus
Benefits
  • Medical, dental, and vision benefits*
  • Paid time off plan (Vacation, Holidays, Volunteer, etc.)*
  • 401(k) savings plans*
  • Health Savings Account (HSA)*
  • Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)*
  • Health Lifestyle Programs*
  • Employee Assistance Program*
  • Voluntary Benefits and Employee Discounts*
  • Career Development*
  • Incentive bonus*
  • Disability benefits
  • Life Insurance
  • Parental leave
  • Adoption benefits
  • Tuition Reimbursement
Applicant Tracking System Keywords

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Hard Skills & Tools
PythonNumPySciPypandasMachine LearningClusteringLogistic RegressionRandom ForestsSVMNeural Networks
Soft Skills
initiativeinterpersonal skillscommunicationproblem-solvingcontinuous learningpresentation skillsteam collaborationanalytical thinkingadaptabilityleadership
Certifications
Master’s degree in Applied StatisticsMaster’s degree in Data ScienceMaster’s degree in Business AnalyticsMaster’s degree in Business Intelligence & AnalyticsMaster’s degree in MathematicsMaster’s degree in Computer ScienceMaster’s degree in EngineeringMaster’s degree in InformaticsMaster’s degree in Information Systems ManagementMBA with Technical Undergrad