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Ford Motor Company

Oct 24, 2024

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  • Job
    Full-time
    Junior, Mid & Senior Level
  • Data
    Research & Development
  • Chennai

Requirements

  • Bachelors/master’s degree in quantitative domain, Statistics, Computer science, Mathematics, Engineering with MBA from a premier institute (BE,MS,MBA, BSc/MSc -Computer science/Statistics) or any other equivalent
  • 2+ years of experience with SQL, Python, Qlik or PowerBI delivering analytical solutions in production environment.
  • At least 1 year of experience working in Cloud environment (GCP or AWS or Azure)
  • 2+ years of experience in conducting statistical data analysis (EDA, forecasting, clustering, etc.,) and machine learning techniques (Classification/Regression, NLP)
  • Strong skills in SQL, Visualization (PowerBI/Qliksense), Python
  • Advanced SQL knowledge to handle large data, optimize queries.
  • Working knowledge in GCP environment (Big Query, Vertex AI, Dataform)
  • Experience in Programming to develop machine Learning models
  • Nice to have: Exposure to Gen AI/LLM
  • Exposure to Angular.js based front end development (Optional)
  • Understanding and formulating business problems
  • Problem-Solving Skills
  • Convert Business Problem statement into data science problems
  • Self-motivated with excellent verbal and written skills
  • Highly credible in organizational, time management and decision making
  • Excellent Interpersonal skills

Responsibilities

  • Build an in-depth understanding of the business domain and data sources.
  • Extract and Analyse data from database/data warehouse to gain insights, discover trends and patterns.
  • Design and implement scalable analytical solutions (Dashboards, AI/ML models) in Google cloud environment.
  • Train, test and operationalize models for business use cases; integrates models with upstream and downstream business processes.
  • Communicate results to business teams through presentations.
  • Work with business partners through problem formulation, data management, solutions development, operationalization, and solutions management.
  • Identify opportunities to build analytical solutions with high impact on business value.

FAQs

What is the mission of the Global Data Insight & Analytics team at Ford?

The mission of the Global Data Insight & Analytics team at Ford is to drive evidence-based decision making by providing insights from data, enabling key decision-makers to see business conditions, customer needs, and the competitive landscape.

What qualifications are needed for the Data Scientist position?

A bachelor's or master’s degree in a quantitative domain such as Statistics, Computer Science, Mathematics, or Engineering, along with 2+ years of experience with SQL, Python, and analytical solutions in a production environment, and at least 1 year of experience in a Cloud environment (GCP, AWS, or Azure) is required.

What are the technical skills required for this job?

Required technical skills include strong skills in SQL, visualization tools (PowerBI/Qliksense), Python, advanced SQL knowledge, working knowledge in GCP (Big Query, Vertex AI, Dataform), and programming experience to develop machine learning models.

Is experience with Gen AI or LLM necessary for this position?

No, experience with Gen AI or LLM is not necessary, but it is considered a nice-to-have.

What kinds of business problems are Data Scientists expected to solve?

Data Scientists are expected to understand and formulate business problems, convert them into data science problems, and develop analytical solutions, such as dashboards and machine learning models, that deliver actionable insights for business results.

How will the Data Scientist communicate results to the business teams?

The Data Scientist will communicate results to business teams through presentations, ensuring that insights are clearly articulated and understood.

What role does collaboration play in this position?

Collaboration is key in this position, as the Data Scientist will work closely with team members and business partners throughout problem formulation, data management, solutions development, and operationalization.

What types of analytical solutions will be designed and implemented?

The Data Scientist will design and implement scalable analytical solutions such as dashboards and AI/ML models in the Google Cloud environment.

What are the opportunities for career growth in this role?

With Ford's wide variety of opportunities in smart mobility and analytics, there is significant potential for career growth as the Data Scientist helps define the future of transportation through effective use of data.

Can you describe the importance of problem-solving skills for this role?

Problem-solving skills are crucial for the Data Scientist role as they are responsible for understanding complex business problems, analyzing data, and developing innovative solutions that drive business outcomes.

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Ford Motor Company

Automotive
Industry
10,001+
Employees
1903
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

We don't just make history -- we make the future. Ford put the world on wheels over a century ago, and our teams are re-inventing icons and creating groundbreaking connected and electric vehicles for the next century. We believe in serving our customers, our communities, and the world. If you do, too, come move the world and make the future with us. Ford is a global company with shared ideals and a deep sense of family. From our earliest days as a pioneer of modern transportation, we have sought to make the world a better place – one that benefits lives, communities and the planet. We are here to provide the means for every person to move and pursue their dreams, serving as a bridge between personal freedom and the future of mobility. In that pursuit, our 186,000 employees around the world help to set the pace of innovation every day.