Senior Data Scientist
Senior Data Scientist
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$ 110520 - 179640
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Career Area:
Technology Digital and DataJob Description:
Your Work Shapes the World at Caterpillar Inc.
When you join Caterpillar yourejoining a global team who cares not just about the work we do but also about each other. We are the makers problem solvers and future world builders who are creating stronger more sustainable communities. We dontjust talk about progress and innovation here we make it happen with our customers where we work and live. Together we are building a better world so we can all enjoy living in it.
What does it mean to live the Caterpillar Experience
It means you play a part in building a better world. You contribute to a winning culturea spirit of accountabilitythat has driven change on every continent for more than 90 years. To work with us is a commitment to improve sustainability invent for the digital age and innovate in order to bring solutions to millions of people. Sure you work for Caterpillar. But more importantly you work for the good of your career your family your community and your world.
Job Summary:
As a Senior Data Scientist you will be a technical expert working in a team environment with a group of data scientists and software developers to support the development integration and enhancement of Caterpillars analytics AI and Generative AI projects and products.
What You Will Do:
Developing ML/AI/GenAI models and solutions.
Performing data gathering data mining and data processing on large volumes of data; creating appropriate data models.
Demonstrating a breadth of knowledge in the application of ML/AI/GenAI and statistical methods and/or digital methods to solve business problems.
Conducting research on data model optimization and algorithms to improve the effectiveness and accuracy of data analyses.
Interacting and collaborating with team members and colleagues outside the organization including outside of IT organization.
Participating on 1-2 projects concurrently.
Having a strong focus on continual learning in the Analytics field.
What You Have:
Analytical Thinking: Extensive knowledge of techniques and tools for effective analysis; ability to determine the root cause of problems and create alternative solutions that resolve these issues.
GenAI / AI / Machine Learning: Working experience and knowledge of the principles technologies and algorithms of GenAI AI and machine learning; ability to develop implement and deliver related systems products and services.
Statistics: Extensive knowledge of statistical tools processes and practices to describe results on measurable scales; ability to use statistical tools and processes to assist in making business decisions.
Programming Languages: Working experience in applying Python (NumPy SciPy Pandas etc.) to solve business challenges; ability to use tools techniques and platforms to write and modify programming languages.
Information Processing: Experience in processing large quantities of detailed information with high levels of accuracy.
Databases: Working knowledge in writing debugging and implementing complex queries involving multiple tables or databases.
Presentation Skills: Strong presentation and communication skills.
Top Candidates Will Also Have:
Typically a Bachelors Masters or Ph.D. degree preferably in statistics economics mathematics or a similar field with quantitative coursework.
Professional experience utilizing quantitative analysis or a Masters degree with 5 years of experience or Ph.D. with 2 years of experience.
Experience with data analysis and statistical methods such as regression hypothesis testing ANOVA statistical process control etc.
Practical applications of machine learning techniques such as clustering logistic regression CART random forests SVM or neural networks.
Technical and problem-solving skills with evidence of continuous learning in the analytics field.
Breadth and depth of knowledge in the application of statistical and/or digital methods to solve business problems.
Experience with projects connecting data from various business domains and providing forecasts and insights to run the business profitably.
Working knowledge of cloud technologies (AWS Azure Google Cloud etc.).
Working knowledge of version control/repositories such as GitHub.
Experience operating in an Agile environment.
Initiative to research and apply new methods and digital technologies to exceed customer expectations.
Must demonstrate strong initiative interpersonal skills and the ability to communicate effectively.
What You Will Get:
Our goal at Caterpillar is for you to have a rewarding career. Our teams are critical to the success of our customers who build a better world.
Here you earn more than just an hourly wage because we value your performance we offer a total rewards package that provides day one benefits (medical dental vision RX and 401K) along with the potential of an annual bonus.
Additional benefits include paid vacation days and paid holidays (prorated based upon hire date).
Additional Info:
The ideal location for this role is East Peoria-IL Dallas-TX Nashville-TN
This position requires the candidate to work a 5-day-a-week schedule in the office.
This position may require 10% travel.
Sponsorship isnot available including OPT H4-EAD. Must be US Citizen or Green Card holder.
About Caterpillar -
Caterpillar Inc. is the worlds leading manufacturer of construction and mining equipment off-highway diesel and natural gas engines industrial gas turbines and diesel-electric locomotives. For nearly 100 years weve been helping customers build a better more sustainable world and are committed and contributing to a reduced-carbon future. Our innovative products and services backed by our global dealer network provide exceptional value that helps customers succeed.
Summary Pay Range:
$110520.00 - $179640.00Compensation and benefits offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors job level market locationjob-related knowledge skills individual performance and experience. Please note that salary is only one component of total compensation at Caterpillar.
Benefits:
Subject to plan eligibility terms and guidelines. This is a summary list of 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
* These benefits also apply to part-time employees
This position requires working onsite five days a week.Visa Sponsorship is not available for this position. This employer is not currently hiring foreign national applicants that require or will require sponsorship tied to a specific employer such as H L TN F J E O. As a global company Caterpillar offers many job opportunities outside of the U.S which can be found through our employment website at Dates:July 15 2025 - July 24 2025Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a drug screen.
Caterpillar is an Equal Opportunity Employer Including Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities. Qualified applicants of any age are encouraged to apply.
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Required Experience:
Senior IC
Employment Type
Full-Time
