Sr Data Scientist

PRGX Global Inc.; Medellín; Presencial; COP 133.770.316 - 200.655.474; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

PRGX Global Inc. is looking for a Sr Data Scientist in Medellín, Antioquia, Colombia. The successful candidate will design and deploy generative AI models, mentor junior team members, and collaborate with stakeholders to establish impactful data-driven solutions.

The role requires a Master's degree in a related field and 3-5 years of experience. Proficiency in Python and modern data science tools is essential.

Formación

• Master's degree in relevant field required.
• 3-5 years of experience as Data Scientist or ML Engineer.
• Experience deploying Generative AI solutions.

Responsabilidades

• Design and deploy generative AI models for various applications.
• Collaborate with stakeholders for data-driven solutions.
• Mentor junior data scientists and interns.

Conocimientos

Generative AI

Machine Learning

Deep Learning

Python

Communication

Educación

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

Herramientas

PyTorch

Tensorflow

Scikit-learn

FastAPI

AWS

Descripción del empleo

Work Authorization Requirements

Authorized to work in Colombia without sponsorship

Job Title

Sr Data Scientist

Employment Type

Full time

Language Requirements

Fluent English

Job Duties & Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and deploy generative AI models for various applications with a focus on text generation and sematic entity extraction.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to identify business needs, define project scopes, and establish data‑driven solutions.
• Mentor junior data scientists/interns, providing guidance on best practices and industry standards.
• Stay up to date with the latest research and advancements in Generative AI and related fields.
• Collaborate with other teams, such as engineering and product management, to integrate models into production environments.
• Establish and maintain documentation for models, algorithms, and processes.
• Ensure all projects meet quality, performance, and security standards.
• Communicate complex concepts and findings effectively to both technical and non-technical audiences.

Knowledge & Qualifications

• Master's degree in Computer Science, Statistics, Mathematics, or a related field required.
• Proven experience (3-5 years) as a Data Scientist or Machine Learning Engineer, with experience in deploying Generative AI based solutions in production.
• Experience working on cutting‑edge technologies to solve problems using Retrieval Augmented Generation (RAG), Fine tuning LLMs, Prompt tuning, Graph RAGs, Knowledge graphs, etc.
• Strong background in machine learning, deep learning, and probabilistic modeling.
• Proficiency in modern data science tools and frameworks, such as PyTorch, Tensorflow, JAX, Scikit‑learn, and Keras.
• Experience designing and implementing large‑scale data pipelines and processing systems.
• Experience working with server‑side frameworks like FastAPI as well as API development, documentation, and versioning.
• Familiarity with cloud platforms (AWS, GCP, or Azure), CI/CD tools (Jenkins) and containerization technologies (Docker, Kubernetes).
• Strong programming skills in Python and experience working with version control systems (Git).
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• Experience mentoring junior colleagues and interns.

Our Commitment to Equal Opportunity

PRGX is an equal opportunity employer. We comply with all applicable local, national, and international laws regarding non-discrimination and equal employment. We do not discriminate based on any legally protected characteristic and are committed to fostering an inclusive, respectful, and equitable workplace. Reasonable accommodations are available for qualified individuals in accordance with local laws and best practices.

Physical Requirements

Ability to sit or stand for extended periods of time, manual dexterity for typing, writing, or using office equipment, visual acuity for reading screens and documents, ability to lift or carry light items such as laptops, and speech and hearing ability for calls, virtual meetings, and in‑person communication.

Data Privacy

Your personal data will be handled in accordance with applicable data protection laws. We only collect information necessary for recruitment and will not share your data without your consent.