Who We Are
Geotab is a global leader in IoT and connected transportation and certified “Great Place to Work.” We are a company of diverse and talented individuals who work together to help businesses grow and succeed, and increase the safety and sustainability of our communities.
Geotab is advancing security, connecting commercial vehicles to the internet and providing web-based analytics to help customers better manage their fleets. Geotab’s open platform and Geotab Marketplace , offering hundreds of third-party solution options, allows both small and large businesses to automate operations by integrating vehicle data with their other data assets. Processing billions of data points a day, Geotab leverages data analytics and machine learning to improve productivity, optimize fleets through the reduction of fuel consumption, enhance driver safety and achieve strong compliance to regulatory changes.
Our team is growing and we’re looking for people who follow their passion, think differently and want to make an impact. Ours is a fast paced, ever changing environment. Geotabbers accept that challenge and are willing to take on new tasks and activities - ones that may not always be described in the initial job description. Join us for a fulfilling career with opportunities to innovate, great benefits, and our fun and inclusive work culture. Reach your full potential with Geotab. To see what it’s like to be a Geotabber, check out our blog and follow us @InsideGeotab on Instagram . Join our talent network to learn more about job opportunities and company news.
Who You Are
We are always looking for amazing talent who can contribute to our growth and deliver results! Geotab is seeking a Senior Data Scientist, ITS who will utilize strong problem-solving skills with statistical analysis in order to align data products with Geotab’s organizational goals
What You'll Do
The Senior Data Scientist, ITS will explore and examine data from multiple sources in order to design and construct new data modeling processes using prototypes, algorithms, predictive models, and custom analyses.
How You'll Make An Impact
- Design, develop and maintain analytical data products that support the ongoing operational mandates of the ITS Altitude platform. Deliverables may include, but are not limited to, application programming interfaces (API), data pipelines (end-to-end data processing), product analytics, geospatial reference data, predictive models and customer defined data sets.
- Collaborate with research teams to operationalize research data sets into geospatial data products that support ITS Altitude objectives.
- Support business development initiatives.
- Implement new statistical or mathematical methodologies for specific models of data analysis.
- Provide expert project leadership as a SME: guidance to team members and participate in cross-departmental projects establishing Geotab as a leader in data science.
- Create algorithms and predictive models to extract information required to solve complex business problems.
- Conduct causality experiments by applying A/B experiments or epidemiological approach to identify the root issues of an observed result.
- Identify new, complex queries from Big Data infrastructure from data warehousing database (i.e. Google BigQuery) to add value to the organization.
- Use machine learning (ML) packages (e.g. Scikit-learn and Tensorflow) to develop ML models and features.
- Test the performance of data-driven products and make recommendations for improving ITS Altitude’sGeotab’s product suite.
- Ongoing maintenance and support of existing data-driven products to drive improvement and identify opportunities for enhancements.
- Collaborate with internal technical teams and external stakeholders to gather requirements.
- Responsible for the design, development, and maintenance of ongoing metrics, reports, analyses, and dashboards to drive key business decisions.
- Build production datasets and help customers solve business problem.
- 5-8 years experience in writing SQL queries.
- 3-5 years experience in programming in Python.
- Solid understanding of machine learning and operations research.
- Knowledge of data management and visualization techniques.
- Affinity for statistical analysis and predictive modeling.
- Possess strong business acumen and link marketing initiatives to streamline operations.
- High accuracy and meticulous attention to detail.
- Strong project management skills; able to identify needs, develop effective solutions, and manage projects through to completion.
- Must stay relevant to technology and should have the flexibility to adapt to the growing technology and market demands.
- Strong analytical skills with the ability to problem solve to well-judged decisions.
- Strong team-player with the ability to engage with all levels of the organization
- Technical competence using software programs, including but not limited to, Google Suite for business (Sheets, Docs, Slides).
- Entrepreneurial mindset and comfortable in a flat organization.
- Experience in the transportation industry and/or with intelligent transportation systems is highly valued.
- Experience in geospatial modeling and analysis is an asset.
- Experience with data-as-a-service architecture and cloud-based technologies is an asset
Please note: Geotab does not accept agency resumes and is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes. Please do not forward resumes to Geotab employees.
Why job seekers choose Geotab
Flex working arrangements
Home office reimbursement program
Baby bonus & parental leave top up program
Online learning and networking opportunities
Electric vehicle purchase incentive program
Competitive medical and dental benefits
Retirement savings program
- The above are offered to full-time permanent employees only
At Geotab, we have adopted a flexible hybrid working model in that we have systems, functions, programs and policies in place to support both in-person and virtual work. However, you are welcomed and encouraged to come into our beautiful, safe, clean offices as often as you like. When working from home, you are required to have a reliable internet connection with at least 50mb DL/10mb UL. Virtual work is supported with cloud-based applications, collaboration tools and asynchronous working. The health and safety of employees are a top priority. We encourage work-life balance and keep the Geotab culture going strong with online social events, chat rooms and gatherings. Join us and help reshape the future of technology!
Geotab verifies candidates' eligibility to work in the United States through E-Verify , an internet-based system operated by U.S. Citizen and Immigration Services .
Other Employment Statements
Geotab will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. Additionally, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the Company's legal duty to furnish information.
We are committed to accommodating people with disabilities during the recruitment and assessment processes and when people are hired. We will ensure the accessibility needs of employees with disabilities are taken into account as part of performance management, career development, training and redeployment processes. If you require accommodation at any stage of the application process or want more information about our diversity and inclusion as well as accommodation policies and practices, please contact us at Geotab provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Geotab complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training. Geotab expressly prohibits any form of workplace harassment or discrimination based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status. Improper interference with the ability of Geotab's employees to perform their job duties may result in discipline up to and including discharge. If you would like more information about our EEO program or wish to file a complaint, please contact our EEO officer, Alex Cocq at For more details, view a copy of the EEOC's Know Your Rights poster . By submitting a job application to Geotab Inc. or its affiliates and subsidiaries (collectively, “Geotab”), you acknowledge Geotab’s collection, use and disclosure of your personal data in accordance with our Privacy Policy . Click here to learn more about what happens with your personal data. #J-18808-Ljbffr