Senior Data Scientist (Cebu)

EY GLOBAL DELIVERY SERVICES (GDS) PHILIPPINES; Cebu City; On-site; PHP 1,200,000 - 2,000,000; Full time

Job summary

EY GDS Consulting seeks a Senior Data Scientist to design and develop ML systems, leveraging Python or R to build models and run experiments. You will apply AI/ML techniques, optimize performance, and contribute to GenAI initiatives within EY GDS's Data & Analytics team.

The role emphasizes strong statistics, software engineering principles, and the ability to work collaboratively across functions to deliver scalable AI solutions.

Qualifications

• Proficiency in writing robust code in Python or R.
• Experience with ML frameworks and libraries (TensorFlow or Langchain).
• Experience with Azure AI/ML Ops or Google Cloud AI/ML Ops.
• Proven experience as AI/ML Engineer or similar role.
• Understanding of data structures and software architecture.
• Strong math, probability, statistics and algorithms knowledge.
• Experience with vectorization and embedding in Generative AI (GPT, Claude, Llama).
• Excellent communication skills and ability to work in a team.
• Outstanding analytical and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop machine learning systems or AI products.
• Build models and run experiments to optimize performance.
• Design and construct sophisticated ML models and refine existing systems.
• Create self-learning applications and advance AI technologies.

Skills

Python

R

ML frameworks

Azure ML Ops

GenAI

Statistics

Data modeling

Software architecture

Vectorization

Teamwork

Communication

Problem solving

Deep learning

Tools

Keras

PyTorch

TensorFlow

Langchain

scikit-learn

Azure ML

GCP AI Platforms

Job description

EY GDS Consulting - Senior Data Scientist

As part of our EY-GDS D&A (Data and Analytics) team, we help our clients solve complex business challenges with the help of data and technology. We dive deep into data to extract the greatest value and discover opportunities in key business and functions like Banking, Insurance, Manufacturing, Healthcare, Retail, Manufacturing and Auto, Supply Chain, and Finance.

Role Description:

• Artificial Intelligence/Machine Learning Engineer is responsible for designing and developing machine learning systems or AI products, implementing appropriate ML algorithms, and conducting experiments. They possess strong programming skills, knowledge of data science, and expertise in statistics.

• They work with data to create models, perform statistical analysis, and train and retrain models to optimize performance. Your responsibilities will involve designing and constructing sophisticated machine learning models, as well as refining and updating existing systems.

• Their goal is to build efficient self-learning applications and contribute to advancements in artificial intelligence.

• In order to thrive in this position, you must possess exceptional skills in statistics and programming, as well as a deep understanding of data science and software engineering principles

Requirements and skills:

• Proficiency in writing robust code in Python or R

• Experience with machine learning frameworks (like Keras or PyTorch or TensorFlow or Langchain) and libraries (like scikit-learn) at least 1 of TensorFlow or Langchain

• Experience in using Azure AI/ML Ops or Google Cloud AI/ML Ops

• Proven experience as an AI or Machine Learning Engineer or similar role (data science, GenAI)

• Understanding of data structures, data modeling and software architecture

• Deep knowledge of math, probability, statistics and algorithms

• Experience in applying vectorization and embedding techniques in the context of Generative AI, such as GPT, Claude, or Llama

• Excellent communication skills

• Ability to work in a team

• Outstanding analytical and problem-solving skills

What we look for

• People with technical experience and enthusiasm to learn new things in this fast-moving environment

What working at EY offers

At EY, we’re dedicated to helping our clients, from start–ups to Fortune 500 companies — and the work we do with them is as varied as they are.

You get to work with inspiring and meaningful projects. Our focus is education and coaching alongside practical experience to ensure your personal development. We value our employees and you will be able to control your own development with an individual progression plan. You will quickly grow into a responsible role with challenging and stimulating assignments. Moreover, you will be part of an interdisciplinary environment that emphasizes high quality and knowledge exchange. Plus, we offer:

• Support, coaching and feedback from some of the most engaging colleagues around
• Opportunities to develop new skills and progress your career
• The freedom and flexibility to handle your role in a way that’s right for you

About EY

As a global leader in assurance, tax, transaction and consulting services, we’re using the finance products, expertise and systems we’ve developed to build a better working world. That starts with a culture that believes in giving you the training, opportunities and creative freedom to make things better. Whenever you join, however long you stay, the exceptional EY experience lasts a lifetime. And with a commitment to hiring and developing the most passionate people, we’ll make our ambition to be the best employer by 2020 a reality.