Data Scientist

About the role

We are hiring a skilled Data Engineer to design, build, and maintain scalable data pipelines and platforms that support our geospatial traffic analytics applications. The ideal candidate will have experience with Python, Databricks, S3, and modern data engineering practices, including automated testing, CI/CD, and data quality monitoring.

• Lead the end-to-end development of machine learning and statistical models for traffic prediction, route optimization, congestion analysis, and mobility analytics.
• Design and implement scalable data pipelines and workflows for processing large-scale geospatial and temporal datasets.
• Analyze traffic patterns using geospatial data and sensor feeds (GPS, IoT, traffic cameras, etc.) to derive actionable insights.
• Collaborate with engineering teams to integrate machine learning models into production systems.
• Conduct exploratory data analysis (EDA), feature engineering, and model evaluation to ensure robust and accurate predictions.
• Stay current with the latest advancements in machine learning, deep learning, geospatial analytics, and big data technologies.
• Mentor junior data scientists and provide guidance on best practices for model development and data analysis.
• Present findings and insights to cross-functional teams, stakeholders, and clients in a clear and actionable manner.

• Master's or PhD in Computer Science, Data Science, Statistics, Mathematics, or a related field.
• 5+ years of experience in data science, machine learning, or related fields.
• Strong proficiency in Python and associated libraries (pandas, Num Py, scikit-learn, Tensor Flow/PyTorch, etc.).
• Hands‑on experience with big data platforms and tools (Spark, Hadoop, Hive, or similar).
• Solid understanding of geospatial data analysis, GIS tools (e.g., PostGIS, QGIS), and geospatial libraries in Python (e.g., Geo Pandas, Shapely).
• Experience with predictive modeling, time series analysis, and optimization algorithms.
• Knowledge of cloud platforms (AWS, GCP, or Azure) and containerization (Docker/Kubernetes) is a plus.
• Strong analytical, problem‑solving, and communication skills.

• Experience with real-time streaming data and event‑driven architectures.
• Familiarity with traffic simulation models, urban mobility data, or Intelligent Transportation Systems (ITS).
• Proven track record of deploying ML models into production environments.

• Location
  :
  Jacksonville, FL (Town Center Area) or Remote
• Type
  :
  Full-time
• Reports to
  :
  Director of Engineering
• Salary
  :
  Based on Experience
• Benefits
  :
• Annual Bonus
• Medical, Vision, Dental, 401(k)
• 21 Days Vacation
• Office Lunch provided Daily

Urban SDK is shaping the Future of Smart Cities. We are pioneers in geospatial AI technology, providing public leaders with insights and automation for mission‑critical decisions. We equip critical public services with geospatial AI, enabling precise, data‑driven decisions with efficiency and confidence.

We are committed to aligning business growth with professional outcomes for every employee. Our commitment has been recognized by Jacksonville Business Journal and Will Reed as a noted Best Places to Work.