Senior Data Scientist

SAVORMETRICS; Mississauga; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A technology company in food and agriculture is seeking a Senior Data Scientist to develop AI-driven sensing solutions. This role involves creating machine learning algorithms and working with large datasets. Candidates should have a strong educational background and significant experience in machine learning techniques. The position is located in Mississauga, Canada.

Qualifications

• At least 5 years of industry experience with machine learning and associated techniques.
• Knowledge of image processing techniques.
• Experience in optics/scientific instrumentation is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development of machine learning algorithms for customer applications.
• Develop analytics software solutions for customers.
• Manage and analyze large datasets for R&D and product development.

Skills

Machine learning

Neural networks

Deep learning

Image processing

Pattern recognition

Education

MSc or PhD in Computer Science, Engineering, Mathematics, or related field

Tools

Software/hardware interfacing

Scientific instrumentation

Job description

WHAT DOES THIS JOB ENTAIL?

The Senior Data Scientist will contribute to developing Artificial Intelligence-driven sensing solutions for the food and agriculture sector. The successful candidate will work on developing and implementing AI platforms utilizing various machine learning methodologies, including neural networks, deep learning, self/auto learning, and SVMs for diverse customer applications. Familiarity with data processing methods such as image processing, signal processing, and pattern recognition is also required.

WHAT EXACTLY WOULD YOU BE DOING?

• Participate in developing Savormetrics’ AI Platform,
• Lead the development of machine learning algorithms, including neural networks, deep learning, self/auto learning, and SVMs, for customer applications,
• Develop feature engineering techniques,
• Design and implement analytics software solutions for customers,
• Design and implement data collection and interpretation software solutions,
• Understand customer product requirements and how they relate to AI training and prediction,
• Develop new algorithms using research and customer data sets to improve accuracy and efficiency for hardware devices,
• Create, organize, manage, and analyze large datasets for R&D and product development,
• Ensure software platforms complement hardware for optimal performance, meeting customer needs,
• Learn customer requirements and acquire domain knowledge of the relevant business sectors,
• Design, execute, and report on commercial testing,
• Support development and participate in workshops, conferences, and events with internal and external stakeholders,
• Provide second-line support for customer issues,
• Collaborate effectively with team members,
• Perform additional duties as required,
• Demonstrate commitment to professional development.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIRED FOR THIS ROLE

• High-functioning MSc or PhD in Computer Science, Engineering, Mathematics, or a related field,
• At least 5 years of industry experience with machine learning, neural networks, deep learning, statistical learning, pattern recognition, and image processing for information extraction and interpretation (e.g., chemometrics),
• Knowledge of image processing techniques,
• Experience with software/hardware interfacing is a plus,
• Experience in optics/scientific instrumentation is beneficial.

CORE TRAITS YOU MUST HAVE TO BE PART OF OUR TEAM!

• Initiative and independence,
• Objectivity and integrity,
• Professionalism,
• Problem-solving skills and creative thinking,
• Diplomacy and tact,
• Leadership potential,
• High energy and adaptability in fast-paced environments,
• Team-player attitude,
• Positive attitude,
• Result-oriented mindset,
• Entrepreneurial spirit.