Senior Data Scientist Engineer - SFL Scientific

Deloitte’s SFL Scientific team is hiring a Senior Data Scientist to work directly with clients on AI strategy and the design and development of data science solutions. The role includes exploratory analysis, building and deploying AI/ML models, leading client initiatives, and developing novel tools, products, and AI services.

Responsibilities

• Guide clients with high autonomy in AI strategy and development, including understanding organizational needs, performing exploratory data analysis, building and validating models, and deploying models into production
• Lead client initiatives to deliver AI/ML solutions, including providing thought leadership, long-term maintenance, and AI strategy objectives
• Research and implement novel machine learning approaches, including advancing state-of-the-art training, solution design, network design, and hardware optimization
• Validate AI models and algorithm via code reviews, unit, and integration tests
• Support prioritization of project performance and model development and ensure AI solutions are delivered to maximize business impact and new initiatives
• Collaborate with data engineers, data scientists, project managers, and business teams to make sure delivery and presentations align with business objectives

Skills

• Master's or PhD degree in a relevant STEM field (Data Science, Computer Science, Engineering, Mathematics, Physics, etc.)
• 3+ years of experience in AI/ML algorithm development using core data science languages and frameworks (Python, PyTorch, etc.) and data analysis (NLP, time-series analysis, computer vision)
• 3+ years of experience and a proven track record applying traditional ML and deep learning techniques (CNNs, RNNs, GANs) across real-world projects, including model tuning and performance validation in production environments
• 3+ years of experience deploying and optimizing ML models using tools like Kubernetes, Docker, TensorRT/Trion, RAPIDs, Kubeflow, and MLflow
• 3+ years of experience in leveraging cloud environments (AWS, Azure, or GCP) to deploy AI/ML workloads
• Ability to work independently and collaborate as part of a team
• Effective written and verbal communication skills
• Meticulous attention to detail and quality of work product
• Ability to build and sustain professional relationships
• Ability to lead projects or workstreams
• Ability to manage and prioritize multiple tasks in a fast-paced and dynamic environment
• Strong interpersonal skills and professional demeanor
• Ability to meet deadlines
• Ability to provide clear guidance to others
• 2+ years of experience working in a client-facing, consulting environment
• 2+ years of experience leading project/client engagement teams in the execution of complex AI data science solutions
• 1+ year of experience with LLM/GenAI use cases and developing RAG solutions, tools, and services (i.e., LangChain, LangGraph, MCP, etc.)
• 1+ year of experience with AWS Sagemaker or AWS ML Studio

Benefits

• You may also be eligible to participate in a discretionary annual incentive program, subject to the rules governing the program, whereby an award, if any, depends on various factors, including, without limitation, individual and organizational performance.

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