Senior Data Scientist III

RELX; Canada; Remote; CAD 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading data-driven solution provider in Canada is seeking a Senior Data Scientist III to drive innovative AI solutions. In this role, you will lead the development of machine learning models and collaborate with a team of experts while mentoring junior members. Ideal candidates possess advanced education in relevant fields and experience with large language models and big data technologies. The position comes with comprehensive health benefits, retirement plans, and various wellbeing initiatives.

Benefits

Comprehensive health benefits

401(k) with match

Wellness platform with incentives

Paid leave for volunteering

Qualifications

• Experience working directly with large language models and transformer architectures.
• Knowledge of applying LLMs including ChatGPT and GPT 3.5.
• Proficient experience with deep learning and gradient boosting algorithms.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and deploy AI solutions with data scientists and engineers.
• Lead the development of AI and machine learning models.
• Analyze datasets to identify patterns for AI development.
• Mentor junior data scientists on AI best practices.

Skills

Natural problem-solving skills

Collaboration with cross-functional teams

Advanced programming in Python or R

Experience with machine learning algorithms

Education

Master's degree in Computer Science, Mathematics, Statistics or related field

Tools

Hadoop

Spark

AWS

Large Language Models (LLMs)

Job description

About the Role

The Senior Data Scientist III contributes to new product development by proposing data-driven solutions for complex customer challenges. They use advanced analytical techniques and become subject matter experts. Additionally, they collaborate with other data scientists and engineers to design cutting-edge AI solutions. The role also involves leading AI and machine learning model development, analyzing extensive datasets, and guiding junior team members.

Responsibilities

• Working closely with other data scientists and engineers to design, develop, and deploy AI solutions.
• Leading the development of advanced AI and machine learning models to solve complex business problems.
• Analyzing large datasets to identify patterns and trends that can inform AI development.
• Collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure AI solutions are aligned with business goals and customer needs.
• Leading the automation and lifecycle management of sophisticated data systems.
• Mentoring junior data scientists and provide guidance on AI and machine learning best practices.
• Designing APIs for disseminating data science outputs to various business units.
• Overseeing the scaling of production systems to meet growing demands.

Requirements

• Possess an advanced or Master's education in Computer Science, Mathematics, Statistics, or a related field.
• Have experience working directly with large language models and transformer-based architectures including BERT, RoBERTa, T5 etc.
• Be proficient in working with big data technologies and tools like Hadoop, Spark, or AWS.
• Have experience and knowledge of applying LLMs including ChatGPT, GPT 3.5, Claude, Mistral, etc.
• Be a natural problem solver, able to lead and mentor junior data scientists, and collaborate with cross-functional teams.
• Demonstrate proficient experience with machine learning algorithms, including deep learning, gradient boosting, and random forests.
• Possess advanced programming skills in Python, R, or other relevant languages for data analysis.

Work in a way that works for you

We promote a healthy work / life balance across the organization. We offer an appealing working prospect for our people. With numerous well-being initiatives, shared parental leave, study assistance, and sabbaticals, we will help you meet your immediate responsibilities and your long-term goals.

Working flexible hours - flexing the times when you work in the day to help you fit everything in and work when you are the most productive.

Working for you

We know that your well-being and happiness are key to a long and successful career. These are some of the benefits we are delighted to offer

• Health Benefits : Comprehensive, multi-carrier program for medical, dental and vision benefits
• Retirement Benefits : 401(k) with match and an Employee Share Purchase Plan
• Wellbeing : Wellness platform with incentives, Headspace app subscription, Employee Assistance and Time-off Programs
• Short-and-Long Term Disability, Life and Accidental Death Insurance, Critical Illness, and Hospital Indemnity
• Family Benefits, including bonding and family care leaves, adoption, and surrogacy benefits
• Health Savings, Health Care, Dependent Care and Commuter Spending Accounts
• Up to two days of paid leave each to participate in Employee Resource Groups and to volunteer with your charity of choice