Lead Data Scientist

At AutoZone, our Data Science team drives data-driven decision-making with a team of passionate and skilled data scientists. We focus on uncovering insights and creating innovative solutions to enhance our systems and services. We prioritize continuous learning, providing access to cutting-edge tools, technologies, and professional development opportunities. Collaboration is key, as we work closely with cross-functional teams to integrate data insights across the business. Our effective communicators translate complex data into actionable recommendations, leveraging teamwork to tackle challenges and deliver impactful solutions that drive AutoZone’s success.

Responsibilities

• Lead and Inspire: Guide a team of data scientists to tackle AutoZone’s most pressing challenges.

• Collaborate and Strategize: Work closely with leaders to understand needs, develop directives, and manage projects.

• Stakeholder Collaboration: Work with various departments to understand their data needs and present findings to senior management.

• Innovate with Data: Build predictive models using machine learning and other techniques to support new initiatives.

• Analyze and Explore: Validate, manipulate, and perform exploratory data analysis on large datasets.

• Utilize Cutting-Edge Tools: Work with Python, SAS, and other analytic computing environments to handle big data.

• Research and Develop: Create innovative statistical models for data analysis.

• Communicate Insights: Present findings to stakeholders and leadership, including the executive committee.

• Drive Business Processes: Implement analytics for smarter business processes and meaningful insights.

• Stay Current: Keep the team updated with the latest technical and industry developments.

• Strategize Data Integration: Identify and integrate new datasets to leverage system capabilities.

• Execute Experiments: Conduct analytical experiments to solve problems and make impactful decisions.

• Mine Data: Identify relevant data sources, collect large datasets, and perform data mining.

• Develop Algorithms: Create algorithms and models to mine big data, improve models, and ensure data accuracy.

• Analyze Trends: Interpret data for trends and patterns with clear objectives.

• Collaborate for Implementation: Work with software developers and machine learning engineers to implement models into production.

• Project Management: Develop and manage project plans, ensuring timely delivery and alignment with business goals.

What We’re Looking For:

• Experience: 10+ years in data science and 2+ years in project management.

• Technical Skills: Proficiency in data mining, mathematics, statistical analysis, pattern recognition, and predictive modeling.

• Tool Proficiency: Experience with Excel, PowerPoint, Tableau, SQL, and programming languages (Java, R, Python, SAS).

• Dynamic Environment: Comfort working in a research-oriented group with multiple concurrent projects.

You’ll Go the Extra Mile if you have:

• Educational Background: Bachelor’s degree in statistics, applied mathematics, economics, or related discipline; Master’s degree preferred.

• Competitive pay
• Unrivaled company culture
• Medical, dental and vision plans
• Exclusive discounts and perks, including an AutoZone in-store discount
• 401(k) with company match and Stock Purchase Plan
• AutoZoners Living Well Program for free mental health support
• Opportunities for career growth

Additional Benefits for Full-Time AutoZoners:

• Paid time off
• Life, and short- and long-term disability insurance options
• Health Savings and Flexible Spending Accounts with wellness rewards
• Tuition reimbursement

Since opening our first store in 1979, AutoZone has grown into a leading retailer and distributor of automotive parts and accessories across the Americas. Our customer-first mindset and commitment to Going the Extra Mile define who we are, for both our customers and AutoZoners. Working at AutoZone means being part of a team that values dedication, teamwork, and growth. Whether you’re helping customers or building your career, we provide tools and support to help you succeed and drive your future.

Benefits at AutoZone

AutoZone offers thoughtful benefits programs with one-on-one benefits guidance designed to improve AutoZoners’ physical, mental and financial well-being.