NLP Data Scientist

• Develop and Apply NLP & AI Solutions: Identify business opportunities where NLP can add value. Build and fine-tune models for tasks like text classification, sentiment analysis, entity recognition, generative AI, and retrieval-augmented generation (RAG).
• Evaluate External AI Solutions: Analyze third-party NLP tools and platforms to determine their suitability for the organization, helping to inform build-versus-buy decisions.
• Lead Project Execution: Plan and oversee NLP-focused projects, coordinating with vendors, project managers, and internal stakeholders to ensure high-quality outcomes.
• Communicate Insights Effectively: Translate complex analytical findings into clear and actionable insights, ensuring non-technical audiences understand their implications.
• Stay at the Forefront of Innovation: Keep up with advancements in NLP, machine learning, and Generative AI, proposing new approaches to address organizational challenges.
• Contribute to Strategic Initiatives: Support high-priority projects and provide expertise for ad-hoc tasks as required.

• Educational Background: A Master’s or Ph.D. in Data Science, Computer Science, Computational Linguistics, or a related field is preferred, though equivalent practical experience will be considered.
• Experience:
• A minimum of 3 years in data science, including at least 1 year working with NLP, Large Language Models (LLMs), and Generative AI.
• Hands-on expertise in building and deploying NLP solutions and fine-tuning machine learning models.
• Technical Proficiency:
• Strong Python skills.
• Experience with NLP libraries such as spaCy, NLTK, or Snorkel, and familiarity with fine-tuning techniques for AI models.
• Proficiency in working with tools like Databricks, version control systems (e.g., GitHub), and ML tracking platforms (e.g., MLflow, SageMaker).
• SQL knowledge is a bonus.
• Additional Skills:
• Exceptional project management capabilities.
• Strong communication skills to collaborate with teams and present insights to various stakeholders effectively.

• Hands-on experience with cloud-based AI/ML platforms.
• Expertise in fine-tuning open-source LLM frameworks.

Brilliant Staffing, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages applications from all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or veteran status.

Seniority level

Mid-Senior level

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Engineering and Information Technology

Industries

Staffing and Recruiting