Lead Data Scientist, Parts Pricing

Career Area:

Technology, Digital and Data

Job Description:

Your Work Shapes the World at Caterpillar Inc.

When you join Caterpillar, you're joining 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 don't just 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.

Job Summary:   
Come join the Global Parts Pricing team in an exciting, fast paced environment of innovation. Build Machine Learning and Artificial Intelligence solutions to support data-driven business decisions and insights. Lead in a collaborative environment focused on enhancing business outcomes.

What You Will Do:

• Provide thought leadership in ML and AI solution to improve business outcomes.
• Support the data gathering, data mining, and data processing of large volumes of information.
• Explore, promote, and implement data capabilities through machine learning and AI techniques.
• Define requirements and scope of data analyses; presenting and reporting possible business insights to management and peers using data visualization technologies.
• Research machine learning and artificial intelligence algorithms to improve effectiveness, accuracy, and timeliness of data analyses.
• Coach and lead junior data scientists.

What You Will Have:

• Machine Learning: Extensive knowledge of principles, technologies and algorithms of machine learning, artificial intelligence, and Gen AI; ability to develop, implement and deliver related analysis, ML/AI models, systems, products and services.
• Programming Languages: Extensive knowledge of concepts and capabilities of applying Python programming; ability to use tools, techniques and platforms in order to write effective and efficient programs.
• Accuracy and Attention to Detail: Extensive understanding of the necessity and value of accuracy; ability to complete complex tasks with high levels of precision.
• Analytical Thinking: 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.
• Requirements Analysis: Working knowledge of tools, methods, and techniques of requirement analysis; ability to elicit, analyze and record required business functionality and non-functionality requirements to ensure the success of a system or software development project.

Considerations for Top Candidates:

• Typically, Bachelor’s in Data Science, Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Data Engineering, or related quantitative field. Master’s degree or greater preferred.
• Extensive experience utilizing Machine Learning techniques such as clustering, classification, regression, outlier identification, NLP, deep neural networks, RNNs, GANS, etc. (typically 6+ years)
• Track record of recognizing opportunities for application of machine learning and AI in making business improvements.
• Expertise in conducting data mining and cleaning initiatives.
• Advanced experience with version control / repositories such as GitHub
• Demonstrated ability to create machine learning/AI models, pipelines, and/or applications in Python, PySpark, etc. using large datasets and putting those models into production.
• Apply Python and its libraries in machine learning, such as Scikit-Learn, Keras, TensorFlow, PyTorch or similar.
• Fluent in SQL.
• Diagnose, report, and fix programming issues. Support and develop best programming and modeling practice.
• Experience implementing ML/AI solutions in a Cloud environment, preferably AWS.
• Experience with AWS tools like EMR, Sagemaker, ECS, Fargate, etc. a plus
• Understanding of effective communication concepts, tools and techniques; ability to effectively transmit, receive, and accurately interpret ideas, information, and needs through the application of appropriate communication behaviors.
• In-depth technical and problem-solving skills and evidence of continuous learning in the analytics field.

Additional Information :

• The primary location for this position is either Peoria, IL, Dallas, TX or Nashville, TN.
• This role requires 3 days onsite.
• SPONSORSHIP IS NOT AVAILABLE .

What You Will Get:

Working with a Fortune 100 leader, you can build your career on a global scale and take advantage of development opportunities with emerging technologies. We’ve created an inclusive environment for you to explore your passions, make an impact and do the work that really matters. Join Us.

About Caterpillar

Caterpillar Inc. is the world’s 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, we’ve 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:

$126,000.00 - $204,720.00

Compensation and benefits offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, job level, market location, job-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

Relocation is available for this position.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 www.caterpillar.com/careers.

Posting Dates:

February 21, 2025 - March 9, 2025

Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a drug screen.     

EEO/AA Employer.  All qualified individuals - Including minorities, females, veterans and individuals with disabilities - are encouraged to apply.

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