Automotive Data Specialist (Taxonomy & Classification)

About the client:

Our customer is the European online car market with over 30 million monthly users, with a market presence in 18 countries. You will play a pivotal role in shaping the future of online car markets and enhancing the user experience for millions of car buyers and sellers.

Responsibilities:

• Manage the vehicle taxonomy as the basis for presenting classifieds on the customers’ platform spanning Europe and Canada.
• Research on new and established car manufacturers to expand and improve the vehicle Taxonomy
• Integrate and taxonomies from multiple sources into the customers’ internal systems and publish them across various platforms.
• Improve the efficiency of Taxonomy management by exploring advanced technologies and the use of AI.
• Use metrics on data availability and user interaction to make informed decisions on how to further expand clients’ vehicle Taxonomy.
• Coordinate and execute on cross-functional projects with technical and non-technical teams.

Requirements:

• Extensive knowledge and enthusiasm about cars, makes, models, and the general car market.
• Relevant experience in working with information management systems, taxonomies, ontologies, or data modelling.
• Proficiency in SQL.
• Upper-intermediate English proficiency, enabling seamless communication in a global team.
• Exceptional communication skills, with a proactive and collaborative approach.
• Strong self-management skills, a proactive attitude, and a results-driven mindset focused on delivering outcomes efficiently.

Nice-to-have:

• Proven skills in data retrieval and data research techniques.
• Familiarity with semantic web technologies (e.g. RDF) and familiarity with ontology editors (e.g. Protégé, PoolParty) is a plus.
• Familiarity with agile methods and the software engineering lifecycle.
• First experience in coding or working in software projects is a plus.

We offer*:

• Flexible working format - remote, office-based or flexible
• A competitive salary and good compensation package
• Personalized career growth
• Professional development tools (mentorship program, tech talks and trainings, centers of excellence, and more)
• Active tech communities with regular knowledge sharing
• Education reimbursement
• Memorable anniversary presents
• Corporate events and team buildings
• Other location-specific benefits

*not applicable for freelancers