Data Scientist

Company Overview

​At Motorola Solutions, we believe that everything starts with our people. We’re a global close-knit community, united by the relentless pursuit to help keep people safer everywhere. Our critical communications, video security and command center technologies support public safety agencies and enterprises alike, enabling the coordination that’s critical for safer communities, safer schools, safer hospitals and safer businesses. Connect with a career that matters, and help us build a safer future.

Department OverviewAt Motorola Solutions, we create technologies our customers refer to as their lifeline. Our technology platforms in communications, software, video, and services help our customers work safely and more efficiently. Whether it’s helping firefighters see through smoke, enabling police officers to see around street corners, or reliably keeping the lights on in homes and businesses worldwide, our work supports those who put their lives on the line to keep us safe. Bring your passion, potential, and talents to Motorola Solutions, and help us usher in a new era in public safety and security.
Job Description

We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Data Scientist to join our team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for leveraging large datasets to uncover actionable insights, drive business strategy, and solve complex problems. This role requires a strong background in statistical analysis, machine learning, and data visualization, with a keen ability to translate data into compelling narratives for both technical and non-technical audiences.

Key Responsibilities:

• Data Analysis & Insight Generation: Collect, clean, and analyze complex datasets from various sources to identify trends, patterns, and anomalies. Develop and apply statistical models and algorithms to generate actionable insights that inform business decisions.
• Model Development: Design, build, and deploy predictive models and machine learning algorithms to solve business challenges, such as forecasting, customer segmentation, and fraud detection.
• Data Visualization & Reporting: Create clear, compelling visualizations and reports to communicate findings and recommendations. Present complex data in an understandable format to stakeholders at all levels of the organization.
• Cross-functional Collaboration: Partner with engineering, product management, and business teams to understand their needs, define key metrics, and support data-driven decision-making.
• Problem-Solving: Proactively identify opportunities to use data to improve processes, products, and services. Troubleshoot and optimize existing models and data pipelines.

Preferred Qualification as and Skills:

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in a quantitative field such as Computer Science, Statistics, Mathematics, or a related discipline.
• Proven experience as a Data Scientist or in a similar role.
• Experience with data visualization tools (e.g., Tableau, Power BI, Matplotlib).
• Solid understanding of statistical analysis, machine learning techniques, and experimental design.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to explain complex analytical concepts to diverse audiences.

Target Base Salary Range: $85,000-$95,000

Consistent with Motorola Solutions values and applicable law, we provide the following information to promote pay transparency and equity. Pay within this range varies and depends on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. The actual offer will be based on the individual candidate.

Basic Requirements

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in a quantitative field such as Computer Science, Statistics, Mathematics, or a related discipline.
• 1-2 years of Data Scientist experience
• Legal authorization to work in the U.S. indefinitely is required. Employer work permit sponsorship is not available for this position.

Travel RequirementsUnder 10%
Relocation ProvidedNone
Position TypeExperienced
Referral Payment PlanNo

Our U.S. Benefits include:

• Incentive Bonus Plans

• Medical, Dental, Vision benefits

• 401K with Company Match

• 10 Paid Holidays

• Generous Paid Time Off Packages

• Employee Stock Purchase Plan

• Paid Parental & Family Leave

• and more!

EEO Statement

Motorola Solutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status or any other legally-protected characteristic. 

We are proud of our people-first and community-focused culture, empowering every Motorolan to be their most authentic self and to do their best work to deliver on the promise of a safer world. If you’d like to join our team but feel that you don’t quite meet all of the preferred skills, we’d still love to hear why you think you’d be a great addition to our team.

We’re committed to providing an inclusive and accessible recruiting experience for candidates with disabilities, or other physical or mental health conditions. To request an accommodation, please complete this Reasonable Accommodations Form so we can assist you.