On-call Transportation Data Engineer

About the Role

Key Responsibilities

• Research AI strategies and techniques for improving automation and workflows.
• Analyze large-scale transportation datasets to identify patterns, trends, and predictive insights that optimize transportation systems.
• Develop and deploy machine learning models to support decision-making in transportation operations, safety improvements, and infrastructure planning.
• Lead end-to-end data science projects and data programs, from conceptualization and data preparation to model development and deployment.
• Manage cross-functional teams and ensure alignment of data science initiatives with organizational goals.
• Collaborate with data engineering, software development, and business stakeholders to deliver data-driven solutions.
• Design and develop transportation data products that address complex business problems and enhance operational efficiencies.
• Ensure data engineering best practices are followed, ensuring data quality, integrity, and accessibility.
• Stay current with the latest advancements in data science, machine learning, and transportation technologies.

Requirements

• Master's or Ph.D. in Data Science, Computer Science, Transportation Engineering, Statistics, or a related field preferred.
• 8+ years of experience in data science roles.
• 5+ years proven experience leading data science projects, data programs, and product delivery.
• Advanced knowledge and experience in data engineering practices, including data pipelines, ETL processes, and data architecture.
• Extensive expertise in machine learning techniques, predictive modeling, and statistical analysis.
• Advanced knowledge of transportation systems, operations, and related datasets.

Nice to Have

• Certifications in additional data science areas or cloud technologies.
• Experience with geospatial analysis and transportation modeling tools as well as MySQL, MS SQL database.
• Familiarity with real-time data processing and streaming analytics.
• Experience with MATLAB programming language, transportation related packages including: Synchro, VISSIM, VISTRO, ArcGIS.
• Prior experience in leading customer-facing projects with a focus on transportation solutions.
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to convey complex technical concepts to non-technical audiences.

Qualifications

• Educational background in Data Science, Computer Science, Transportation Engineering, Statistics, or related fields.

Benefits & Perks

• Pay range from $130,603.00 to $222,024.00 based on experience and qualifications.
• Remote work options (New York Remote Office).