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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Data Science and Machine Learning Specialist - **Company:** Epitec, Inc. - **Location:** Dearborn, MI, United States - **Experience:** Expert - **Contract:** Temporary contract - **Skills:** Artificial Intelligence, Business Analytics Applications, Data Analysis, Extract Transform Load (ETL), Data Mining, Data Visualization, Statistical Hypothesis Testing, Machine Learning, Power BI, Unstructured Data, Enterprise Data Management, Information Technology, Data Analytics - **Published:** July 12, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=79d7bca1fc50ef3b ## About the Role * Master's Degree in Data Science, Statistics, Mathematics, Computer Science, Analytics, Engineering, or a related field * 5+ years of experience in Data Science, Advanced Analytics, Machine Learning, or a related discipline * Experience working with large, high-dimensional datasets * Experience developing predictive models and machine learning solutions * Strong problem-solving and analytical skills * Experience communicating technical findings to business stakeholders, * Data Science * Machine Learning (ML) * Predictive Modeling * Statistical Analysis * Data Mining * Advanced Analytics * Algorithms Development * Predictive & Prescriptive Analytics * Data Visualization * Power BI Dashboards * Data Analysis * Experimental Design and Hypothesis Testing Education / Experience Preferred * Doctorate Degree in a related field * Automotive industry experience * Experience analyzing warranty, quality, repair, recall, or service data * Experience building scalable and automated analytics solutions * Experience working within enterprise data environments * Experience supporting predictive maintenance, quality, reliability, or customer experience initiatives Key Success Factors * Ability to convert complex data into actionable business recommendations * Strong understanding of statistical modeling and machine learning techniques * Ability to identify early indicators of business, quality, or operational issues * Strong dashboarding and data visualization capabilities using Power BI * Ability to work effectively with both technical and non-technical stakeholders * Strong communication, presentation, and storytelling skills * Ability to manage multiple analytical initiatives simultaneously * Passion for leveraging data to drive business outcomes and continuous improvement What You'll Be Working On * Predicting vehicle quality, warranty, and service trends before they become larger issues * Analyzing repair orders, warranty claims, recalls, repeat visits, and parts data * Developing machine learning models that drive proactive business decisions * Delivering executive-level insights through reporting and Power BI dashboards * Supporting next-generation analytics capabilities within a large-scale automotive data platform ## Description We are seeking a Data Scientist to support advanced analytics, machine learning, and predictive modeling initiatives within a leading automotive organization. This role focuses on transforming large volumes of vehicle quality, warranty, repair, and service data into actionable business insights. The ideal candidate will leverage statistical modeling, machine learning algorithms, and advanced analytics techniques to identify trends, predict future outcomes, and support data-driven decision-making across the organization., * Analyze large structured and unstructured datasets to identify patterns, trends, and business opportunities * Design, develop, and implement machine learning models and predictive analytics solutions * Perform deep-dive analyses on vehicle quality, service, repair, warranty, recall, and parts-related data * Develop statistical models and analytical techniques to answer complex business questions * Create and validate algorithms, hypotheses, and experiments to support business decision-making * Build scalable analytical solutions and automated data science workflows * Design data loading, enrichment, and augmentation processes to improve model performance and accuracy * Create Power BI dashboards and visualizations to communicate insights and recommendations * Collaborate with Data Engineers, Software Engineers, Architects, Project Managers, and fellow Data Scientists * Validate analytical outputs and support deployment of new analytics capabilities into production environments * Present findings, recommendations, and business insights to leadership and non-technical stakeholders * Stay current with emerging Data Science, Machine Learning, AI, and Analytics technologies and methodologies ## Related Videos - [Data Science on Software Data](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/162-data-science-on-software-data) - [Data Science in Retail](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/586-data-science-in-retail) - [Beyond Dashboards: Fixing Text-to-SQL with Semantic RAG](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/2036-beyond-dashboards-fixing-text-to-sql-with-semantic-rag) - [How Machine Learning is turning the Automotive Industry upside down](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/61-how-machine-learning-is-turning-the-automotive-industry-upside-down) - [REST, GraphQL, gRPC, and more: A comparison of modern API styles](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100247-rest-graphql-grpc-and-more-a-comparison-of-modern-api-styles) - [Data Mining Accessibility](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/802-data-mining-accessibility) ## Related Articles - [How software is steering vehicle technology](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/515-how-software-is-steering-vehicle-technology) - [How to Become an AI Engineer](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/331-how-to-become-an-ai-engineer) - [What Industries Outside of AI Are Hiring The Most AI Experts?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/98-what-industries-outside-of-ai-are-hiring-the-most-ai-experts) - [Top Big Data Technologies That You Need to Know](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/108-top-big-data-technologies-that-you-need-to-know) - [MLOps – What’s the deal behind it?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/125-mlops-what-s-the-deal-behind-it) - [The Most Popular IT Jobs on the Market](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/376-the-most-popular-it-jobs-on-the-market)