Senior Engineer, Engineering Test (Data & Analytics) - Hybrid

Requisition Id:  377686
Business Unit:  LTL
Location: 

Boston, MA, US, 02111

What you’ll need to succeed as a Senior Engineer, Engineering Test (Data & Analytics) at XPO

Minimum qualifications:

  • Bachelor’s degree or equivalent related work or military experience 
  • 2 years of experience with algorithms using Python. Experience in quality assurance and Java is a plus
  • Strong problem-solving mindset, and ability to analyze technical and non-technical problems by developing research questions, implementing appropriate analytical methods, and presenting results
  • Strong analytical/reasoning skills with the ability to collect, organize, analyze, and disseminate information with attention to detail and accuracy 
  • Interest/openness to learn/explore about Less-Than-Truckload business and usage of advanced analytics methods/tools to support complex strategic/tactical/operational business decisions
  • Ability to work in a collaborative environment with different stakeholders

Preferred qualifications:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering or related field
  • 5+ years of experience in data analytics, working with large and complex datasets to extract insights. Skilled in cleaning, transforming, and analyzing messy data using Python/Pandas and SQL
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills; able to present clean, organized and thorough information and data appropriate for the intended audience
  • Solid organizational and multitasking skills with the ability to set priorities and meet deadlines
  • Ability to be open-minded and receptive to feedback in an intellectually-rigorous environment 
  • Energetic work style with a strong drive to succeed
  • Self-motivated instincts with the ability to work well with minimal supervision or in a team environment and consult with team members/management as needed

 

About the Senior Engineer, Engineering Test (Data & Analytics) job:

What you’ll do on a typical day:

  • Gain System Understanding
    • Participate in KT (Knowledge Transfer) sessions with business, developers, and IT teams to understand models supporting LTL (Less Than Truckload) business and their interactions with each system.
  • Interpret and Improve Models
    • Analyze models and test results, providing feedback to developers and business users to drive improvements.
  • Develop Testing and Network Analysis Tools
    • Initiate ideas and solutions to prevent or reduce defects, convincing others of the validity of potential solutions 
    • Create tools to validate the optimization instructions for trailer, shipment, tractor, and driver routing.
    • Design and develop network analysis tools to support model evaluations and decision-making.
  • Conduct Root-Cause Analysis
    • Perform root-cause analysis and investigations to identify and resolve underlying issues within the systems and models.
    • Partner with all personnel, as well as customer and supplier representatives, on quality issues; investigate, resolve, and respond to customer complaints 

 

 

About XPO

XPO is a top ten global provider of transportation services, with a highly integrated network of people, technology and physical assets. At XPO, we look for employees who like a challenge and can communicate effectively in all situations. We want to leverage your skills and years of experience to drive positive results while ensuring a bright future for yourself and XPO. If you’re looking for a growth opportunity, join us at XPO. 

 

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, sex, disability, veteran or other protected status.

 

All applicants who receive a conditional offer of employment may be required to take and pass a pre-employment drug test. 

 

The above statements are not an exhaustive list of all required responsibilities, duties and skills for this job classification. 

 

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