Job Details
Title: VW Data Engineer
Auburn Hills, MI
Hybrid
Product Support is the primary quality liaison group between the factories and Automotive Client in America. The primary role of the Data Engineer position is to design, construct, test and maintain data sources for deeper analysis. Additionally, the Data Engineer will be responsible for monitoring/improving work processes, and developing and maintaining Python-based reporting functions.
Years of Experience:
2+ years Python programming experience
Description:
Data Engineering (50%)
Obtain and manage a sufficient set of usable data from multiple sources, including manipulating noisy and irregular data to produce clean datasets
Identify, design, and implement internal process improvements: data discovery, automating manual processes, optimizing data delivery, re-designing infrastructure for greater scalability, etc
Assemble and maintain large, complex data sets that meet functional / non-functional business requirements.
Enhance the data infrastructure framework by evaluating new and existing technologies and techniques to create efficient processes around data extraction, aggregation, and analytics
Establish and maintain standards and guidelines for the design, development, tuning, deployment, and maintenance of information and advanced data analytics
Work with IT&S to assist with data-related technical issues and ensure data architecture will support the business requirements.
Actively participate in knowledge sharing sessions, code and design reviews etc.
Reporting Functions (30%)
Develop Python-based tools and reports to improve data understanding and efficacies for multiple groups within Aftersales
Develop method(s) for connecting data sources for deeper data understanding, analysis and reporting
Collaboration and Support (20%)
Work closely with Data Scientists and Analysts to understand business needs and grow data understanding and analytics within Aftersales
Collaborate with other teams within VW/Audi Aftersales to create synergies within groups to improve efficiencies
Support data requests from management, and the creation of special reports within Aftersales
Required
Solid understanding of statistical modeling, predictive analysis, and data mining
Hands-on experience with Python and relevant packages
Demonstrated IT/Systems/Database background
Strong analytical skills
High self-organizing skills
Strong proficiency with the Microsoft Office Suite
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
Ability to understand and communicate complex quantitative analysis in a clear, precise, and actionable manner
Desired
Automotive technical knowledge/experience
Working knowledge of automotive warranty systems and processes
Proficiency with data extraction tools such as SQL, Business Objects, Cognos, etc. .Education
Required
Bachelor degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Applied Math, Statistics, Data Analytics, Data Science, or a related field
Desired: Master's degree in related field preferred