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Senior Data Scientist

We’re partnering with a fast-paced Gen AI tech start-up backed by one of the world’s largest financial institutions, that is rapidly scaling in Austin.

The Senior Data Scientist will play a crucial part in our state-of-the-art advanced analytics practices. You will join a team that fosters a strong culture of excellence and learning.

In this role, you will apply statistical modelling, machine learning, and analysis to build LLMs that solve real-world problems. You will unlock an array of different applications of AI and bring about positive change that could define society.

What You’ll Do

• Develop and deploy machine learning models that will have a profound impact on our product(s) and end users
• Analyze large datasets to identify trends and patterns
• Work across a range of use cases to improve the quality of LLM output chains
• Plan and implement MLOps including benchmark monitoring for quality assurance and compliance
• Provide strategic input for long-term data initiatives, including data governance and ethical AI practices
• Work closely with engineers and stakeholders to implement innovative solutions
• Mentor junior data scientists

What We’re Looking For

Ideally you are a Senior Data Scientist with 4+ years industry experience. You will be most valued for your strong communication skills, including active listening, consulting clients, and the ability to clearly explain technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders. You’ll also be expected to collaborate seamlessly within a dynamic, cross-functional team.

To be successful you must demonstrate the following:

• Strong demonstrated history of data science experience and can concisely share examples of successful past projects
• Ideally, you bring commercial experience with NLP techniques (supervised NLP learning with LSTM/CNN/Transformers and/or topic modelling), and;
• Commercial experience with GPT (langchain, llamaindex, RAG, multi-agent framework).
• Advanced SQL and 2+ years’ programming experience in Python and Natural Language Processing
• Excellent communicator with stakeholders at all levels
• Empathetic, collaborative, open to feedback
• Able to read and keep abreast LLM related research
• Able to thrive in an agile environment
• A Masters/Doctorate in a relevant discipline is a plus

What’s In It for You

• Be rewarded with a competitive compensation package
• Benefit from the chance to join a high-growth company at an early stage with the opportunity to grow with the company
• Become part of a global community of passionate people
• Strong corporate culture that thrives on being relentless, resilient and passionate about AI