Data Scientist at Tek Spikes

Note: Only on W2Must be local to either Cary, NC or Irving, TX Client: CaterpillarEducation:• Bachelors or Masters are required Qualifications:• 5+ years of experience are required Top Skills:• Proficiency in Python, SQL, and data science libraries (Pandas, Scikit-learn, TensorFlow)• Strong foundation in statistics, probability, and machine learning • Familiarity with cloud platforms (Azure, AWS, Snowflake) and data modeling • Excellent communication skills to explain technical concepts to non-technical stakeholdersJob Duties:• A Data Scientist is responsible for analyzing large volumes of structured and unstructured data to extract actionable insights, build predictive models, and support data-driven decision-making. • This role blends statistical expertise, programming skills, and business acumen to solve complex problems and drive innovation.• Data Collection & Preparation: Gather, clean, and validate data from various sources to ensure quality and usability• Exploratory Data Analysis: Identify trends, anomalies, and patterns in large datasets• Model Development: Design and implement machine learning models (e.g., regression, classification, clustering, NLP) to support forecasting and decision-making• Data Visualization: Create dashboards and reports using tools like Power BI, etc., to communicate findings• Automation & Optimization: Develop scripts and tools to automate data processing and model deployment• Collaboration: Work cross-functionally with product, engineering, and business teams to align data initiatives with strategic goals• Research & Innovation: Stay current with emerging technologies and methodologies in data science and apply them to business challenges