Distinguished Data Scientist

The job overview for this position is that the Distinguished Data Scientist will be responsible for developing and implementing a scalable data strategy to advance the development of a self-driving truck. This will involve working with large-scale data sets, collaborating with various teams, providing technical leadership and guidance, identifying trends and patterns, contributing to the data processing pipeline, and mentoring and guiding other engineers. The role also includes being a thought leader for improving data practices and staying up to date with industry trends and technologies.

Work with large-scale data sets and processing pipelines that use state-of-the-art technologies and best practices

Collaborate across all areas of the organization to understand and generate data-driven business requirements

Provide technical leadership and guidance to engineering teams in the department promoting best practices, and ensuring adherence to coding standards and architectural principles

Identify trends and patterns to inform business decisions, improve operational efficiency and refine system requirements

Contribute to various levels of the data processing pipeline to include deep neural net frameworks, data annotation, synthetic data generation, and third-party data integration

Provide mentorship and guidance to next-level engineers, and below, assisting in their technical growth and fostering a culture of learning and development within the department

Work collaboratively in Torc’s Principal Community and engineering leaders to mature a technical vision across the engineering division and drive technical direction into engineering departments

Be a thought leader for the continuous improvement of data practices throughout the organization

Stay up to date with the latest industry trends, technologies, and best practices for potential integration with existing solutions

Participate in project planning and collaborate with technical product managers on the priorities and customer expectations of the proposed software solutions

• Bachelor's degree in engineering or equivalent in a related field, master's degree preferred
• 10+ years of progressive professional experience in data engineering, cloud-based data technology, data visualization tooling, machine learning and statistical analytics
• 10+ years of experience directing strategy of a technology industry and collaborating with other strategic partners, internal and external stakeholders
• Demonstrated experience creating and implementing successful strategic plans at scale
• Highly analytical with ability to research and translate market trends and competitive intelligence to make successful recommendations
• Proven ability to influence leadership executives, board, owners, and other strategic partners
• Naturally inquisitive, visionary thinker and excellent strategic problem solver. Able to dissect complex problems, make appropriate tradeoffs, and develop thoughtful recommendations
• Must possess a passion and the ability to develop and grow colleagues to their highest potential

• Competitive compensation package including bonus component and stock options
• 100% paid medical, dental, and vision premiums for full-time employees
• 401K plan with a 6% employer match
• Flexibility in schedule and generous paid vacation
• Company-wide holiday office closures
• AD+D and Life Insurance
• Opportunity for international travel
• Diversity and inclusion in the workplace