Sr Data Scientist (#734636)

PRGX Global, Inc.; Medellín; On-site; COP 12,000,000 - 18,000,000; Full time

Job summary

PRGX is seeking a Sr Data Scientist to design, develop, and deploy generative AI models with emphasis on text generation and semantic extraction. You will collaborate with stakeholders to scope projects, mentor junior data scientists, and keep pace with the latest AI research.

Work with engineering and product teams to bring models to production and document everything thoroughly. Ideal candidates have a master's in a quantitative field and 3–5 years of production AI experience, with broad ML

Qualifications

• Master's degree required in CS, statistics, math or related field.
• 3–5 years as Data Scientist or ML Engineer deploying Generative AI in production.
• Experience with Retrieval Augmented Generation (RAG), Fine tuning LLMs, Prompt tuning, Graph RAGs.
• Strong background in ML, deep learning, and probabilistic modeling.
• Proficient in PyTorch, TensorFlow, JAX, Scikit-learn, and Keras.
• Experience designing large-scale data pipelines and processing systems.
• Experience with FastAPI, API development, documentation, and versioning.
• Cloud familiarity (AWS, GCP, Azure); CI/CD (Jenkins); Docker and Kubernetes.
• Strong Python programming and Git version control.
• Excellent communication and teamwork; mentoring experience.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and deploy generative AI models with focus on text generation and semantic entity extraction.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to identify business needs and define project scopes.
• Mentor junior data scientists and interns with best practices.
• Stay up to date with Generative AI research and advancements.
• Integrate models into production with engineering and product teams.
• Establish and maintain documentation for models, algorithms, and processes.
• Ensure projects meet quality, performance, and security standards.
• Communicate complex findings effectively to technical and non-technical audiences.

Skills

Python

Git

PyTorch

TensorFlow

Scikit-learn

Keras

FastAPI

Docker

Kubernetes

AWS

GCP

Azure

Jenkins

Education

Master's degree in Computer Science, Statistics, Mathematics

Tools

PyTorch

TensorFlow

JAX

Scikit-learn

Keras

FastAPI

Git

Docker

Kubernetes

Jenkins

AWS

GCP

Azure

Job description

Job Title Sr Data Scientist

Employment Type Full time

Work Authorization Requirements Authorized to work in Colombia without sponsorship

Language Requirements Fluent English

About PRGX

PRGX is the global leader in source-to-pay data analytics and software, and tech-enabled profit recovery services. We provide software and services to maximize revenue recovery and drive margin improvement for our clients. For more information about PRGX, visit www.prgx.com.

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.