Applied Scientist - AI/ML
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Job Summary
About Us
CDK Global is a leading provider of cloud-based software to dealerships and Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs) across automotive and related industries. The Companys cloud-based software as a service (SaaS) platform enables dealerships to manage their end-to-end business operations including the acquisition sale financing insuring repair and maintenance of vehicles. By automating and streamlining critical workflows the integrated platform of modern solutions enables dealers to sell and service more vehicles by creating simple and convenient experiences for customers and improves their financial and operational performance. Visit
AtCDK Global we are focused on connections that allow us to deliver world-class software support and data insights. Our values define who we are and how we show up for each other our customers and our communities. Our values: StayCuriousOwnIt BeOpen CreatePossibilities.
About the Role
CDK Global is transforming the automotive retail experience through cutting-edge AI innovations. We are looking for an exceptional Applied Scientist to join our Applied AI Engineering team and help build intelligent scalable and impactful solutions for dealerships OEMs and consumers.
As an Applied Scientist you will work on end-to-end development of machine learning and GenAI use-casesranging from recommendation engines and forecasting models to classification systems and generative AI applications. You will be part of a cross-functional team driving real-world business outcomes using advanced AI/ML and data science.
Why CDK
Be a part of redefining automotive retail using next-gen AI
Collaborate with a diverse global and innovative team
Opportunity to experiment with frontier AI techniques including Generative AI and RAG
Competitive compensation benefits and a growth-oriented culture
What Youll Do
Design build and deploy ML models for recommendation systems service forecasting classification problems and Gen AI-powered applications
Own the full lifecycle of AI/ML projectsfrom data exploration and feature engineering to model training evaluation and deployment
Collaborate with product managers data engineers MLOps teams and architects to create production-ready solutions
Leverage LLMs (Large Language Models) and Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG) for intelligent customer experiences and automation
Ensure high model performance interpretability and scalability across diverse datasets and use-cases
Contribute to building reusable AI/ML components and pipelines to accelerate development velocity
Basic Qualifications
Masters degree or PhD in Computer Science Machine Learning Data Science Statistics or a related technical field
3 years of experience in building machine learning models for real-world business applications
Strong programming skills in Python
Experience with key ML techniques including regression classification collaborative filtering and deep learning
Familiarity with model deployment tools (e.g. FastAPI Docker AWS/GCP/Azure ML services)
Solid understanding of data structures algorithms and software engineering principles
Preferred Qualifications
Proven experience in recommendation engines time-series forecasting and NLP/GenAI (e.g. OpenAI LangChain Transformers)
Experience with deploying models in production environments and maintaining MLOps workflows
Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to translate business objectives into technical solutions
Demonstrated thought leadership via patents publications or internal innovations
Comfortable working in fast-paced ambiguous environments where autonomy and self-direction are key
At CDK we believe inclusion and diversity are essential in inspiring meaningful connections to our people customers and communities. We are open curious and encourage different views so that everyone can be their best selves and make an impact.
CDK is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to creating an inclusive workforce where everyone is valued. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color creed ancestry national origin gender sexual orientation gender identity gender expression marital status creed or religion age disability (including pregnancy) results of genetic testing service in the military veteran status or any other category protected by law.
Applicants for employment in the US must be authorized to work in the US. CDK may offer employer visa sponsorship to applicants.
Key Skills
- Laboratory Experience
- Immunoassays
- Machine Learning
- Biochemistry
- Assays
- Research Experience
- Spectroscopy
- Research & Development
- cGMP
- Cell Culture
- Molecular Biology
- Data Analysis Skills
About Company
Trusted by nearly 15,000 dealer locations, CDK Global connects you to world-class dealership software solutions that work together to help you reach your potential.
