Data Scientist

Key Skills

Java Programming, Python Programming, C++, SQL, AWS, R Programming, C# Programming

Job Description

As a Data Scientist for Harvester Works located in East Moline, IL, you will lead the development and implementation of analytics-based solutions into the manufacturing operations. As the technical lead, you will set/ensure adherence to technical standards, resolve major technical impediments and lead advanced development work in the space of Data Science, Machine Learning and Cloud Development. Additionally, the role will:

• Build, test, demonstrate, deploy, and maintain appropriate technology to solve key manufacturing problems
• Educate leadership, colleagues, and peers on new technology
• Build and maintain relationships with a diverse technical community both internal and external to John Deere
• Mentor/coach junior and new talent to the organization
• Act as thought leader in field of Data Science, Analytics, Machine Learning, and other emerging technologies.
• Learn and apply appropriate data science techniques to solve business problems

What Skills You Need (Required skills/experiences

• Knowledge of applied statistical analysis, modeling techniques, and data visualization methods
• Proficiency in programming languages SQL, R, and/or Python
• Ability to analyze, translate, and define business requirements into technical solutions
• Experience in the design, development, testing and integration of advanced analytics and/or machine learning solutions (1+ years)
• Skilled in interpersonal communications, collaboration, negotiation, and conflict resolution
• Effectively communicating with large audiences of mixed technical backgrounds

What Makes You Stand Out (Desired skills/experiences)

• Ability to demonstrate algorithm development and predictive modeling to solve problems
• Domain knowledge of manufacturing processes or work experience in manufacturing support roles such as Engineering and Operations
• Working knowledge with one or more of the following technologies
• AWS MLOps Framework (Lambda, API Gateway, etc.) or Databricks
• DS-ML Platforms: Databricks, DataRobot, AWS Sagemaker
• Data Management: structed and unstructured
• Ability to perform as a technical lead providing technical coaching and mentoring to others
• Proven consulting skills and experience, influence effectively, ability to resolve impediments in a timely manner
• Learning Agility / Innovative / Growth Mindset - desire and openness for continuous technical learning and identifying areas for application; willingness to deal with and thrive in uncertainty
• Proficiency in programming languages Java, C#, C++, etc.
• Experience with Agile software development

Education

Ideally you will have a degree or equivalent related work experience in the following:

• Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in Data Science, Analytics, Statistics, Mathematics, Computer Science, Engineering
• Work experience should consist of a proven track record of efficiently designing, developing, and releasing machine learning products efficiently, predictably and sustainably, both independently and collaboratively.