Toyota Connected North America
Senior Data Scientist
Plano, TX | $87K - $200K
Qualifications
- 5+ years of experience working in Data Science or an analytics/quantitative field
- 3+ years of direct experience in Machine Learning, Computer Vision, Signal Processing, or Natural Language Processing (NLP)
- Solid experience using Python (including NumPy/Pandas) and SQL
- Solid experience working with Apache Spark
- Strong fundamentals in problem solving, algorithm design and complexity analysis
- Extensive experience in researching and developing machine learning solutions, leveraging Jupyter notebooks in EMR, Kubeflow, SageMaker, or other ML platforms
- Hands-on experience with web APIs, containers, orchestration, CI/CD and testing
- Hands-on experience with implementing and testing Python APIs using a well-known Python web or API Framework (Flask, FastAPI, etc.)
- Experience working in Agile Scrum environments
- Experience implementing solutions in a public cloud environment (AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud)
- Strong ability to set goals and timelines, provide estimates proactively, and a sense of ownership and accountability over work
- Expertise in data analytics and data modeling
- Ability to independently write and review code in Python and SQL
- Working proficiency in ML algorithm selection, training, and deployment
- Is aware of and can apply emerging ML technology/tools
- Demonstrates advanced problem-solving, troubleshooting, and decision-making skills
- Ability to apply innovation and creativity in building solutions focused on improving people’s lives
- Ability to work independently and take ownership of tasks/assignments
- Leverages expertise in data science and ML to answer questions about the methodology and findings in a meetings
- Ability to develop healthy working relationships and collaborate with peers and leaders
- Solutions-oriented with an ability to keep an open mind while finding agreeable solutions
- Experience coaching and providing guidance to more junior team members
Responsibilities
- Use statistical and machine learning techniques to create scalable solutions for vehicle telemetry data and video analysis, and perform R&D to drive discovery of new generation mobility products
- Establish scalable, efficient, automated processes for large scale data analysis, model development, model validation, model implementation, model pipelines, and model performance monitoring
- Lead limited complexity Data Science projects, including defining objectives, scheduling, estimating costs, allocating resources, and ensuring timely delivery
- Design end-to-end flow, encompassing exploratory data analysis for trend identification, pattern recognition, insights, and monitoring
- Identify opportunities to streamline and optimize models/pipelines for efficiency
- Apply advanced statistical and ML techniques to solve complex business challenges, leveraging large datasets and cutting-edge algorithms
- Develop and deploy sophisticated ML models and algorithms, considering scalability, interpretability, and real-time demands
- Execute the complete model life cycle: data identification, cleaning, EDA, model training, validation, and deployment
- Oversee data pipeline optimization for accurate and efficient data storage and processing
- Design efficient solutions and code for processing extensive data volumes
- Evaluate and select appropriate ML techniques and algorithms for specific use cases, documenting reasoning and efficacy of approach
- Read, understand, and modify CI/CD pipelines for ML projects
- Review monitoring pipelines, analyze metrics, and assess performance, including review of relevant frameworks
- Lead code reviews, ensuring compliance with software development best practices, providing guidance, and conducting self-unit testing
- Produce clean, reusable, and high-quality production code with minimal supervision, even in unfamiliar codebases, frameworks, or languages
- Provide input on MLOps tools, workflows, and solutions for the enterprise
- Prepare and present findings to both technical and non-technical audiences
Benefits
- In addition to an excellent compensation and benefits package, you’ll also receive:
- A Career Path that allows you to take your career to the next level
- Annual $2,500 Training Budget to help you grow and develop your professional skills
- Unlimited time off and flexibility for a great work-life balance
- At TC you'll be treated like the professional we know you are and left to manage your own time and workload
- Home office stipend of $1,000 to help furnish an ergonomic remote office
- Four months of paid parental leave
- Adoption Assistance of $5,000 for regular adoptions or $6,000 for special needs
- We know adoption costs can add up, and we want to help
- 401(k) with generous company match that is fully vested day one
- Toyota and Lexus vehicle discounts to allow you to drive in style
- Generous vehicle allowance for new and leased Toyota and Lexus vehicles
- Scratch that vehicle payment off your monthly bills!
- Annual Patent-a-thons and Hackathons to embrace your superior creative thinking ability
- Annual Wellness Stipend of $1000 to help balance your overall mental and physical health
- Free catered lunches when working onsite
- We try to keep it healthy, but Fridays are “cheat” days, so you can get your carbs on!
- Two fully stocked Nespresso bars for your coffee and tea fixes
- No dress code!
- 201-500 employees
- Internet of Things, Artificial Intelligence, Cloud Computing, Software as a Service (SaaS), Internet of Things (IoT), Artificial Intelligence (AI), Automotive, Big Data
- Privately Held
- Founded: 2016
- Plano, Texas
Company information
Want to change the world, transform the automotive industry and positively impact others on a global scale? Then Toyota Connected is the place for you! Within our collaborative environment we deliver exceptional value in the form of connected products and services that wow and delight our customers and the world around us. We offer a unique opportunity to be part of a small company where each person’s efforts make a difference, while also delivering major impact as our products and services reach millions of customers. Come help us reimagine what mobility can be today and years to come! Toyota Connected believes in taking care of our team members. Our progressive culture offers a relaxed environment where team members can dress how they like, flexible work schedules, and the ability to take the time they need to recharge through our unlimited time-off program. Talented team members are key to our success, so we reward them with: • Great pay • Generous company matched 401(k) • Top-notch healthcare plans • 16 weeks of paid leave for new moms and dads • Vehicle discounts & lease program • Annual bonuses • Patent awards • Yearly gym membership reimbursements • Free daily catered lunches • Healthy snacks • Espresso bars To help our team members hone their skills or explore new technologies, we offer each one an annual budget of $2500 for training or education. We also believe in transparency and celebrating our successes through release parties and bi-weekly happy hours that showcase product demos, technical advances and company updates. Making a connected life a more human experience requires humans from all walks of life. Toyota Connected celebrates and is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace that embraces you regardless of your gender, religion, sexual orientation, skin color, age, disability, military or veteran status, big shot relative or Instagram fame. Different makes us awesome!
