About the Role
The Data Scientist Apprentice – AI & Digital Innovation contributes to the identification, development, experimentation, and deployment of solutions based on Data Science, Machine Learning, and Artificial Intelligence. They act as a Technology Scout, exploring market trends, evaluating emerging technologies, and improving the company’s Data & AI practices.
Responsibilities
- Identify and analyze opportunities to leverage Data Science and Artificial Intelligence to address business challenges.
- Participate in the design and development of high-value AI use cases.
- Develop and test prototypes, demonstrators, and Proofs of Concept (PoCs).
- Contribute to the evaluation and improvement of developed models.
- Support the industrialization and deployment of validated solutions.
- Assist project managers in tracking and monitoring Data & AI initiatives.
- Conduct continuous technology watch on Data, AI, Generative AI, Machine Learning, Agentic AI, MLOps, and analytics platforms.
- Identify emerging trends, products, frameworks, methodologies, and tools.
- Test and evaluate innovations to assess their potential value for the organization.
- Monitor the evolution of the company's technology platforms and analyze the impact of new features and capabilities.
- Provide recommendations on technologies to adopt or experiment with.
- Be able to quickly provide a clear view of major market innovations and their applicability within the company’s context.
- Explore new ways to connect the company’s tools, platforms, and data sources.
- Develop integrations, automations, and connectors to streamline interactions between systems.
- Investigate the use of APIs, AI agents, and modern architectures that enhance solution interoperability.
- Contribute to the continuous improvement of the digital ecosystem and its operational efficiency.
- Identify automation opportunities to improve team productivity.
- Systematically document developments, experiments, and implemented architectures.
- Create technical guides, tutorials, best-practice documentation, and lessons learned.
- Contribute to the creation and maintenance of a Data & AI knowledge base.
- Support team upskilling by sharing insights and learnings from experiments.
- Ensure that completed work can be easily understood, maintained, and reused by other developers.
- Simplify and explain concepts related to AI, Data Science, and emerging technologies.
- Regularly present experiment results and technology trends.
- Contribute to Data & AI awareness and adoption across business and technical teams.
- Promote a culture of innovation, continuous learning, and knowledge sharing.
- Act as a bridge between technical experts and business users.
Requirements
- Proficiency in Python for Data & AI development.
- Knowledge of Data Science libraries such as Pandas, NumPy, Scikit-learn, TensorFlow, PyTorch, or similar.
- Understanding of supervised and unsupervised Machine Learning techniques.
- Knowledge of Large Language Models (LLMs) and Generative AI.
- Knowledge of Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG) architectures.
- Understanding of Prompt Engineering principles and techniques.
- Interest in AI agents and autonomous workflows.
- Familiarity with Microsoft Copilot, OpenAI, Azure AI, or equivalent ecosystems.
- Proficiency in SQL.
- Knowledge of databases and analytics platforms.
- Familiarity with Azure, AWS, or Google Cloud Platform (GCP).
- Understanding of data governance and data quality principles.
- Knowledge of REST APIs.
- Ability to develop automation scripts.
- Understanding of system integration principles.
- Strong technological curiosity.
- Passion for innovation and Artificial Intelligence.
- Ability to learn quickly in fast-changing and evolving environments.
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Strong communication and ability to simplify complex concepts for diverse audiences.
- Enthusiasm for knowledge sharing.
- Self-motivated with a proactive mindset.
- Strong attention to detail in documentation and knowledge transfer.
- Collaborative mindset and openness to feedback.
- High adaptability and flexibility.
Skills
- Data Science
- Machine Learning
- Artificial Intelligence
- Python
- Pandas
- NumPy
- Scikit-learn
- TensorFlow
- PyTorch
- Large Language Models (LLMs)
- Generative AI
- Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG)
- Prompt Engineering
- AI Agents
- Microsoft Copilot
- OpenAI
- Azure AI
- SQL
- Databases
- Analytics Platforms
- Azure
- AWS
- Google Cloud Platform (GCP)
- Data Governance
- Data Quality
- REST APIs
- Automation Scripts
- System Integration
- DevOps
- MLOps
Experience Level
- Apprentice
Salary/Compensations
- EUR 1000-2000
About the Company
- Forvia, a sustainable mobility technology leader, anticipates the future of mobility by developing cutting-edge solutions for smart life on board and sustainable mobility.
- At GIT, our vision is to be the global strategic partner for advanced IT technology services with care for customers and the drive to support FORVIA’s ambition.
- Forvia is the seventh-largest global automotive supplier, employing more than 157,000 people in more than 40 countries.
- Forvia is an automotive technology group at the heart of smarter and more sustainable mobility.
- We bring together expertise in electronics, clean mobility, lighting, interiors, seating, and lifecycle solutions to drive change in the automotive industry.
- With a history stretching back more than a century, we are the 7th largest global automotive supplier, employing more than 157,000 people in 43 countries.
- In June 2022, we became the 1st global automotive group to be certified with the SBTI Net-Zero Standard.
- We have committed to reach CO2 Net Zero by no later than 2045.
- As technological innovation and the need for sustainability transform the automotive industry, we are ideally positioned to deliver solutions that will enhance the lives of road-users everywhere.
Equal Opportunity
- We cultivate a learning environment, dedicating tools and resources to ensure we remain at the forefront of mobility.
- We offer a multicultural environment that values diversity and international collaboration.
- We believe that diversity is a strength.
- To create an inclusive culture where all forms of diversity create real value for the company, we have adopted gender diversity targets and inclusion action plans.
- Achieving CO2 Net Zero as a pioneer of the automotive industry is a priority.
- Three principles guide our action: use less, use better and use longer, with a focus on recyclability and circular economy.
