IT and software development

Data Scientist

Sandvik Mining is a leading supplier in equipment and tools, parts, service, support and technical solutions for the mining industry and niches such as tunnelling, quarrying, demolition, dimensional stone, recycling and civil engineering.

In an industry where an hour of downtime can cost thousands, Sandvik 365 parts and services can save millions, with around-the-clock service, qualified engineers and genuine parts on demand.

We are now looking for a Data Scientist for our agile cloud and edge computing development team in the Sandvik Digital Services unit to support the growing demand for remote monitoring and analytics services. The preferable location is Tampere, Finland.

Your role

As a Data Scientist, you are responsible for developing advanced analytics solutions. You work in a team of Data Scientists, Data Engineers and Software Developers and other subject matter experts to gain and share insights into data. Your role contributes directly to improving our customers’ productivity, safety and sustainability. Your produced results will help reduce energy usage and material wastage.

Your main responsibilities will include

Your predictive models and optimization algorithms are integrated into the customer workflows, directly impacting the business of our customers.
Work with large, complex data sets to extract meaningful insights
Build and optimize deep learning models (e.g., neural networks, transformers, predictive models, recommendation systems, NLP applications)
Develop and deploy AI solutions into production environments in collaboration with data engineers and software developers.
Stay updated with the latest advancements in AI and machine learning
Conduct experiments and evaluate model performance

Your background

In this role, success requires a strong mathematical and analytical foundation, supported by solid coding and machine learning expertise. You bring a master’s or PhD in applied physics, mathematics, computer science, or data science, along with the curiosity and drive to explore new ideas and transform them into robust, scalable solutions in close collaboration with the team. You are comfortable working independently, navigating complex data environments, and applying advanced analytics to real-world problems. Experience with software development, data engineering, and modern tooling will help you thrive as you build predictive models and intelligent data-driven solutions. As the organization is a global player, you naturally need well-developed English skills.

Key Skills & Qualifications

Master’s/PhD in applied physics, mathematics, computer science, or data science
Strong mathematical, analytical, coding, and machine learning skills
Extensive experience with analytics tools and programming languages (e.g., Python, JavaScript, Databricks)
Knowledge of applied analytics, machine learning methods, and data modelling
Experience working with database technologies
Skilled in querying, processing, and analyzing large datasets (BIG data)
Familiarity with common data visualization tools
Experience in software development or data engineering (distinct advantage)
Domain knowledge of Sandvik equipment telemetry data (advantageous)
Curious mindset with the ability to work independently
Experience with technologies such as containers, version control systems, databases, and cloud services.

What is it that we offer?

You'll be joining a cohesive and powerful digital team that thrives in an entrepreneurial, fast-paced, and dynamic environment. Sandvik offers a collaborative and supportive culture that will suit people who love autonomy and don’t want to be held back. Your professional development will be actively encouraged whenever you wish to broaden your expertise or growth into a leader. At Sandvik, we believe that diversity of experience, perspective, and background will lead to a better environment for our employees, our business and, thereby, our customers. We have an inclusive company culture where our values are Winning together, Curiosity, Responsibility and Customer focus. Visit our stories hub, LinkedIn or Facebook to get to know us better.

Diversity, Inclusion & Sustainability

Sandvik has a developed belief in conducting our business in a sustainable and responsible manner, both for our employees and the environment, wherever in the world we operate. We are committed to using engineering and innovation to make the shift that will drive more sustainable businesses. You will be directly contributing to our sustainability shift where building circularity, climate shift, championing people, and fair play are valued. To see the true examples of Sandvik’s sustainability stories, please follow this link.

The safety and well-being of our employees build the foundation of how we work today. We also recognize the importance of interpersonal relationships and how those based on honesty, respect, and trust enhance our working lives and help each other’s growth and career development.

Contact information

For further information about this position, please contact:

Mika Tikkakoski, Productivity and Reliability Center Manager, tel. +358 40 55 08 405

For further information regarding the recruitment process please contact Sandvik HR Services, +358 (0)800 1 44444 (weekdays 9-11 and 12-15 EEST).

Application

Submit your application and CV at home.sandvik/careers by May 3rd 2026. Your application should consist of an introductory letter and your CV (in English). When applying, please make sure to also attach your cover letter when asked to upload your CV. Job ID: R0090432

About our company

Sandvik is a global, high-tech engineering group providing solutions that enhance productivity, profitability and sustainability for the manufacturing, mining and infrastructure industries. We are at the forefront of digitalization and focus on optimizing our customers’ processes. Our world-leading offering includes equipment, tools, services and digital solutions for machining, mining, rock excavation and rock processing. In 2025, the group had approximately 42.000 employees, sales in more than 150 countries and revenues of about SEK 121 billion.

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