Remote Automotive Data Scientist & AI Specialist
Durban, 3611, South Africa
Listed on 2026-11-01
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IT/Tech
Machine Learning/ ML Engineer, AI Engineer (Applied/Software), Data Scientist, Data Analyst
Our client, a visionary leader in automotive innovation, is seeking a highly skilled and creative Remote Automotive Data Scientist & AI Specialist to join their globally distributed team. This fully remote position is ideal for an individual passionate about leveraging data and artificial intelligence to revolutionize the automotive industry. You will play a pivotal role in developing advanced algorithms for areas such as predictive maintenance, autonomous driving, vehicle performance optimization, and driver behavior analysis.
This is a unique opportunity to work on cutting-edge AI projects from the comfort of your home office, contributing to the next generation of intelligent vehicles. The ideal candidate possesses a strong analytical foundation, extensive experience in machine learning, and a deep understanding of automotive data. We value innovation, collaboration, and a proactive approach to problem-solving. Join our forward-thinking organization and help drive the future of automotive technology through data-driven insights.
- Develop, implement, and deploy machine learning models and AI algorithms for various automotive applications.
- Analyze large datasets from vehicles (e.g., sensor data, telematics, usage patterns) to extract actionable insights.
- Design and conduct experiments to evaluate and improve AI model performance.
- Collaborate with remote engineering and product teams to integrate AI solutions into automotive platforms.
- Develop data pipelines and preprocessing techniques to ensure data quality and integrity.
- Stay updated with the latest research and advancements in data science, machine learning, and AI, particularly within the automotive context.
- Communicate complex technical findings to both technical and non-technical stakeholders through clear visualizations and presentations.
- Contribute to the development of robust data governance and AI ethics frameworks.
- Mentor junior data scientists and contribute to building a strong data science community within the organization.
- Master's or Ph.D. in Data Science, Computer Science, Statistics, Artificial Intelligence, or a related quantitative field.
- Proven experience (5+ years) in data science and machine learning, with a focus on AI model development and deployment.
- Strong programming skills in Python or R, and experience with relevant libraries (e.g., Tensor Flow, PyTorch, Scikit-learn).
- Expertise in statistical modeling, deep learning, and various machine learning algorithms.
- Experience working with large datasets and big data technologies (e.g., Spark, Hadoop).
- Familiarity with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) and their data science services.
- Understanding of automotive data sources and challenges is highly desirable.
- Excellent problem-solving skills and a strong analytical mindset.
- Superior communication and collaboration skills, essential for a remote role.
- Our client offers a competitive salary, a comprehensive remote work setup stipend, excellent health and wellness benefits, and a generous stock option plan.
- We provide extensive opportunities for professional development, including access to online courses, conferences, and internal workshops.
- Enjoy the flexibility and autonomy of a fully remote role while contributing to a world-class organization.
- We support a healthy work-life balance and encourage continuous learning and innovation.
You'll be part of a dynamic, globally connected team working on impactful projects that are shaping the future of transportation.
Join us and drive innovation from anywhere.
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