Caterpillar, Inc

Data Scientist II- Data Algorithms & Optimization, Cat Digital

Caterpillar, Inc$97K — $158K *
Information Technology
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's, Master's, or PhD in a technical or quantitative field like Data Science or Statistics.
  • Hands-on experience with Python programming for data analysis.
  • Knowledge of advanced statistical methods and machine learning techniques.
  • Experience with generative AI and understanding its applications and implications.
  • Understanding of cloud technologies like AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud.

Responsibilities

  • Design and maintain advanced analytical models for digital products.
  • Analyze complex datasets to uncover trends and opportunities.
  • Translate business questions into data science solutions with cross-functional teams.
  • Ensure data quality by validating sources and recommending improvements.
  • Present analytical insights to both technical and non-technical audiences.

Benefits

  • Medical, dental, and vision benefits
  • Paid time off including vacation and holidays
  • 401(k) savings plan
  • Flexible Spending Accounts
  • Career development opportunities
  • Tuition reimbursement options
Full Job Description
Career Area:
Technology, Digital and Data

Job Description:

Job Summary:

Join the Platform Analytics and AI team of Cat Digital and be responsible for delivering advanced analytics, data science, and machine learning solutions that support business decision-making, product innovation, and operational excellence. This position partners closely with analytics leaders, product teams, and technical stakeholders to translate complex business problems into scalable, data-driven solutions.

The role plays a critical part in ensuring data quality, developing analytical models, and providing actionable insights that drive measurable business impact across digital initiatives.

What You Will Do:
  • Design, develop, and maintain advanced analytical models, including machine learning and statistical approaches, to support digital products and enterprise initiatives.
  • Analyze large, complex datasets to identify trends, patterns, and opportunities for improvement.
  • Partner with cross-functional teams to define analytical requirements and translate business questions into data science solutions.
  • Support data quality initiatives by validating data sources, identifying gaps, and recommending improvements.
  • Communicate insights and model results clearly to technical and non-technical stakeholders.
  • Contribute to continuous improvement of analytics tools, methodologies, and best practices within Cat Digital.


What You Will Have:
  • Business Statistics: Extensive knowledge of the statistical tools, processes, and practices to describe business results in measurable scales; ability to use statistical tools and processes to assist in making business decisions.
  • Accuracy and Attention to Detail: Extensive understanding the necessity and value of accuracy; ability to complete tasks with high levels of precision.
  • Analytical Thinking: Extensive knowledge of techniques and tools that promote effective analysis; ability to determine the root cause of organizational problems and create alternative solutions that resolve these problems.
  • Machine Learning: Extensive knowledge of principles, technologies and algorithms of machine learning; ability to develop, implement and deliver related systems, products and services.
  • Programming Languages: Working knowledge of basic concepts and capabilities of applying Python programming to solve business challenges; ability to use tools, techniques and platforms in order to write and modify programming languages.
  • Requirements Analysis: Working knowledge of tools, methods, and techniques of requirement analysis; ability to elicit, analyze and record required business functionality and non-functionality requirements to ensure the success of a system or software development project.


Considerations for Top Candidates:
  • Typically, a Bachelors, Masters, or PhD degree in Applied Statistics, Data Science, Business Analytics, Predictive Analytics, Business Intelligence & Analytics, Mathematics, Computer Science, Engineering (Aerospace, Electrical, Mechanical, Computer, Industrial, Agricultural, etc.), or equivalent technical degree.
  • Extensive hands-on experience:
    • applying Python programming to solve business challenges.
    • advanced data analysis and statistical methods such as regression, hypothesis testing, ANOVA, statistical process control, etc
    • practical applications of Machine Learning techniques such as Clustering, Logistic Regression, Random Forests, SVM or Neural Networks.
    • working with generative AI, with an understanding of strengths, limitations, and responsible use considerations.
  • Advanced experience in quantifying the costs, benefits, risks and chances for success before recommending a course of action.
  • In-depth technical and problem-solving skills and evidence of continuous learning in the analytics field
  • Working knowledge with cloud technologies (AWS, Azure, Google Cloud, etc.)
  • Advanced experience with version control / repositories such as GitHub
  • Experience operating in an Agile environment
  • Must demonstrate strong initiative, interpersonal skills, and the ability to communicate effectively.


Additional Information:

This position will be based out of our Chicago, IL or Peoria, IL offices.

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What You Will Get:

Working with a Fortune 100 leader, you can build your career on a global scale and take advantage of development opportunities with emerging technologies. We've created an inclusive environment for you to explore your passions, make an impact and do the work that really matters. Join Us.

Summary Pay Range:

$97,530.00 - $158,480.00

Compensation and benefits offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, job level, market location, job-related knowledge, skills, individual performance and experience. Please note that salary is only one component of total compensation at Caterpillar.

Benefits:

Subject to plan eligibility, terms, and guidelines. This is a summary list of benefits.
  • Medical, dental, and vision benefits*
  • Paid time off plan (Vacation, Holidays, Volunteer, etc.)*
  • 401(k) savings plans*
  • Health Savings Account (HSA)*
  • Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)*
  • Health Lifestyle Programs*
  • Employee Assistance Program*
  • Voluntary Benefits and Employee Discounts*
  • Career Development*
  • Incentive bonus*
  • Disability benefits
  • Life Insurance
  • Parental leave
  • Adoption benefits
  • Tuition Reimbursement


* These benefits also apply to part-time employees

Visa Sponsorship is not available for this position.

Posting Dates:
June 29, 2026 - July 6, 2026

About Caterpillar, Inc

Progress Rail Services Corporation, a Caterpillar company, is one of the largest integrated and diversified suppliers of railroad and transit system products and services worldwide. Since its acquisition by Caterpillar Inc. in 2006, Progress Rail has used the Caterpillar international footprint to gain quick and widespread notice and approval across the globe. Product technology, reliability and durability, along with legendary aftermarket parts and service support, have been their keys to success. Caterpillar is the world's leading manufacturer of construction and mining equipment, diesel and natural gas engines and industrial gas turbines. The technology and world reach of Caterpillar, combined with the service standard and historical reliability of Progress Rail, ensures their products and services make a growing impact on the world rail industry. With their acquisition of Electro-Motive Diesel (EMD), Progress Rail is the world's largest builder of diesel-electric locomotives for all commercial railroad applications including freight, intercity passenger, commuter, switching, industrial and mining. EMD is also a global provider of diesel power engines for marine propulsion, offshore and land based oil well drilling rigs and stationary power generation. Electro-Motive is the only diesel engine manufacturer of its size to have produced more than 70,000 engines. This success stems from product reliability, serviceability, load acceptance capability, low operating costs and ease of maintenance with standardized components.

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Learn more about Caterpillar, Inc
Size
107,700 employees
Market Cap
$125.3 billion
Industry
Net Income
$2.9 billion
Founded
1925
5 Year Trend
+5.8%
Revenue
$41.7 billion
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