Data Scientist

Job Description

Data Scientist

Location: Remote

Duration: 6-month contract (potential extension up to 18 months)

Pay Rate: $60/hr

Status: U.S. Citizen or Visa Holder

 

About the Role

We’re seeking an experienced Data Scientist to work on cutting-edge projects that leverage the latest in generative AI and large language models. This role offers the opportunity to solve complex challenges, work with innovative technology, and make an impact in a highly dynamic environment.

 

You’ll be joining a team that is reshaping how AI is applied in real-world use cases. From creating ethical, high-performing AI solutions to supporting large-scale deployments, this is your chance to lead and innovate at the forefront of technology.

 

Required Skills & Experience

  • Master’s or PhD preferred in AI, machine learning, or a related field.
  • 8-10+ years of experience in AI and machine learning, with strong Python coding skills.
  • 2+ years of hands-on experience with large language models (LLMs) such as ChatGPT, GPT-3.5, OPT, BLOOM, etc., with expertise in Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG).
  • Proficiency with Transformer-based architectures like BERT, RoBERTa, and T5.
  • Expertise in conversational/semantic search, reinforcement learning, prompt engineering, and hallucination mitigation.
  • Experience with DevOps practices, debugging, API development, and managing workflows in centralized repositories.
  • Senior-level experience deploying machine learning models on AWS (preferred) or Azure.
  • Experience supporting systems with 1 million+ users, ensuring scalability and performance.

 

Nice to Have

  • Local candidates in Raleigh, NC, are preferred for a hybrid schedule (2 days per week onsite).
  • Experience with major tech companies (e.g., Meta, Amazon, Netflix, Google, or Microsoft).

 

Specialized Knowledge

  • Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG): Hands-on experience with embedding-based search, document retrieval, and combining retrieved data with LLMs.
  • Python Expertise: Writing clean, efficient, and modular code.
  • AI Architectures: Understanding the end-to-end architecture of generative AI systems, from preprocessing to post-processing.
  • Prompt Engineering: Crafting effective prompts tailored to specific tasks, using techniques like zero-shot/few-shot prompting and chain of thought.
  • Debugging & Optimization: Diagnosing issues and fine-tuning performance in multi-component systems.

 

Team & Collaboration Skills

  • Experience working in monorepos and contributing to large, centralized codebases.
  • Proficient with CI/CD tools (e.g., Jenkins, GitHub Actions, GitLab CI) and Agile practices.

 

Communication & Documentation

  • Strong ability to write technical documentation and convey complex ideas to stakeholders.

 

Preferred Background

  • Experience with legal tech or domain-specific AI applications.
  • Familiarity with multilingual AI and fine-tuning models for specific languages.
  • Demonstrated success deploying AI solutions in production environments at scale.

 

Why Join This Team?

You’ll be part of a fast-paced, collaborative environment where innovation and growth are top priorities. We value diversity of thought, proactive problem-solving, and a commitment to excellence. If you’re ready to make an impact and bring your expertise to a team that thrives on tackling complex challenges, we want to hear from you!

 

If this role looks to be a good fit for your experience, please apply today!

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