Staff Engineer, Data Analytics Engineering

Develop and Maintain Data Analytics Tools:

• Design and develop software applications for data collection, processing, analysis, and visualization.
• Integrate various manufacturing and testing equipment with our data systems to automate data capture.

Data Processing and Analysis:

• Implement algorithms to process and analyze large datasets to identify trends, anomalies, and efficiency opportunities.
• Develop machine learning models to predict machine failures and optimize manufacturing processes.

Collaboration and Continuous Improvement:

• Work closely with manufacturing engineers to understand their data needs and provide technical solutions.
• Continuously explore new technologies and methodologies to improve existing systems and processes.

Reporting and Visualization:

• Create dashboards and reports to visualize key manufacturing metrics and insights.
• Ensure accurate and timely delivery of data to stakeholders.

Quality Assurance and Documentation:

• Ensure the integrity and reliability of data analytics software.
• Document code, processes, and methodologies for knowledge sharing.

Cross-functional Teamwork:

• Collaborate with IT and operational teams to integrate software solutions into the broader company ecosystem.
• Participate in cross-functional teams to support broader organizational goals.

• Bachelor's/Master’s degree in Computer Science/Engineering, data science or related field
• 2-5 years of experience in software development 
• Experience in programming language (python, R) and database (SQL) to perform data mining and analysis.
• Knowledge of statistical techniques in data science (regression, properties of distribution)
• Knowledge in machine learning techniques (neural network, machine learning)
• Strong analytic skills and problem-solving skills.

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