Data Scientist

About the Role

The Data Scientist will be a key member of the Data Analytics Team. In this role, you will use your expertise to solve data related challenges in manufacturing operations. You have a strong sense of curiosity, along with an open mindset. Challenging the status quo, you continuously strive to learn and reach for new and innovative ideas. We encourage all individuals with an inventive mind who enjoy working with others to apply, we would love to hear from you.

Your Responsibilities:

• Support development of data analytics projects, apply data science, analytics, and computer vision to solve challenges in the manufacturing environment.
• Execute strategy and support applications of statistical analysis, Machine Learning, Computer vision, and AI tools to improve product development, manufacturing, predictive maintenance, and business processes.
• Support, plan, and execute the initial and wider deployment and adoption of Machine Learning and AI initiatives, PoC, and small-scale implementation.
• Conceptualize Machine Learning problems, apply appropriate theory, explore approaches, execute simulations, and implement with minimal supervision.
• Leverage internal and external expertise as required.
• Regularly interface with senior management to provide project updates.
• Occasionally responsible to hire, lead, supervise, and evaluate indirect hires, such as summer students.

Who we are looking for:

• Master’s Degree in Data Analytics, Mathematics, Statistics, Computer Science, or a closely related education with 2+ years of experience in industry with a focus on data analytics and/or computer vision.
• Alternate: Bachelor's degree in Mathematics, Statistics, Computer Science, or a closely related education with 5+ years of experience in industry with a focus on data analytics and/or computer vision.
• Experience with a wide variety of Machine Learning and AI techniques and algorithms
• Experience with computer vision
• Ability to learn, be self-motivated and driven to identify high value opportunities, gain information, develop understanding, and engage in implementation
• Willingness to ask questions and build networks/relationships with other departments/groups

Your preferred qualifications:

• Knowledge of C++
• Analytic tools and languages for statistical and machine learning models, especially Python
• Experience with agile project management and related tools such as Confluence and JIRA
• Experience with cloud-based tools by Microsoft, AWS, Databricks
• Deep Learning frameworks and tools such as TensorFlow
• Data management using PySpark and SQL
• DevOps – GIT, Docker, CI/CD

What we offer:

At Magna, you can expect an engaging and dynamic environment where you can help to develop industry-leading automotive technologies. We invest in our employees, providing them with the support and resources they need to succeed. As a member of our global team, you can expect exciting, varied responsibilities as well as a wide range of development prospects. Because we believe that your career path should be as unique as you are.

Site Benefits:

• Comprehensive Medical, dental, and vision plans
• 401 (k) plan with employer matching
• Profit sharing program
• Exciting internal development opportunities
• Cafe
• Parking for electric vehicles