Associate Data Scientist

Who We Are

We’re Dealer Tire, a family-owned, international distributor of tires and parts established in 1918 in Cleveland, OH. We’re laser focused on helping the world’s largest and most trusted auto manufacturers grow their tire business—in fact, we’ve sold more than 60 million tires to date. We’re a thriving company, and we’re looking for driven individuals to join our team. That’s where you come in!

Base Pay Range:

As an Associate Data Scientist, your essential job functions will include the following:

Manage Large Datasets

• Dive deep into data—utilize programming tools to cleanse large structured and unstructured data sets
• Apply transformation techniques to move data from its raw form to usable data tables
• Use SQL and data APIs to interact with data stored in various systems from relational databases to file systems
• When necessary, apply machine learning or other applicable techniques to enhance usefulness of large data sets
• Collect and curate data needed for research, especially data that is external to the organization

Advanced Modeling and Analysis

• Iteratively, efficiently and effectively execute assigned projects
• Develop mathematic models
• Apply statistical and algorithmic methods such as supervised machine-learning, unsupervised machine-learning, hypothesis testing, regression analysis, forecasting, natural language processing, clustering, classification, survival analysis, simulations and optimizations
• Ensure deep level of knowledge for assigned data analytics products and process, so that internal partners see you as the “go-to” expert in your assigned areas of responsibility

Manage Data Science Products

• Produce regular reporting and analysis—ensure reporting is timely and accurate
• Support the design and maintenance of data science tools and reporting related to data science product performance

Other Duties as Assigned

Position Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Mathematics, Computer Science, Engineering or related fields
• Advanced degree in a quantitative field strongly preferred
• 1-2 years of experience -OR- an advanced degree
• Works with a sense of urgency and is able to work independently with minimal supervision
• Ability to deliver under tight deadlines in rapidly changing business environment
• Strong intellectual curiosity and desire to learn about/get exposure to many aspects of the business
• Advanced proficiency in MS Office (Excel, Word, Power Point, VBA)
• Advanced proficiency in programming languages for statistics and automation (90% Python, 10% R)
• Proficient in data-access languages (SQL, PostgreSQL, T-SQL, SOQL)
• Proficient with version control approaches for product development (Unit testing, Git, documentation, logging, etc.)
• Familiarity with statistical modeling, supervised and unsupervised machine-learning frameworks (SciPy, Caret, sklearn) is a plus
• Familiarity with AWS Amazon Web Services (Codecommit, S3, Lambda, EventBridge, SystemsManager, CloudWatch, etc.) is a plus
• Familiarity with container services is a plus (Rancher, Kubernetes, Docker)
• Familiarity with OBIEE, Salesforce or Google Analytics platforms is a plus

Competencies Required

• Critical Thinking
• Agility
• Initiative
• Communication
• Relationship Building

Physical Job Requirements

• Continuous viewing from and inputting to a computer screen
• Sitting for long periods of time
• Travel as necessary, <10%

Drug Policy

• Dealer Tire is a drug-free environment.  All applicants being considered for employment must pass a pre-employment background check, drug screening before beginning work.

This position is targeted to be closed on:

Why Dealer Tire: An amazing opportunity to join a growing organization, built on the efforts of hard working, innovative, and team-oriented people. The compensation offered for this position will depend on qualifications, experience, and geographic location. The total compensation package may also include commission, bonus or profit sharing. We offer a competitive & comprehensive benefit package including: paid time off, medical, dental, vision, and 401k match (50% on the dollar up to 7% of employee contribution). For more information on our benefit offerings, please visit our Dealer Tire Family of Companies Benefits Highlights Booklet.

EOE Statement: Dealer Tire is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, gender, age, veteran status, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status or disability (in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act*), or any other legally protected status, with respect to employment opportunities. 

*ADA Disclosure: Any candidate who feels that they may need an accommodation to complete this application, or any portions of same, based on the impact of a disability should contact Dealer Tire’s Human Resources Department to discuss your specific needs. Please feel free to contact us at 1-800-933-2537 x6550.