Lead Data Scientist

SoftServe Inc.; Polska; Hybrid; PLN 350,000 - 520,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work model

Health coverage

Job summary

SoftServe Inc. is looking for a senior AI/ML leader to define the technical direction and lead delivery of Generative AI and agentic solutions. You will guide multi-agent systems and NLP pipelines within a large, expert AI/Data Science Center of Excellence.

You will shape AI strategy for world-leading clients, scale solutions from prototype to production, and mentor a team of Data Scientists and ML Engineers. The role offers flexible work options and collaboration across cloud platforms.

Qualifications

• Advanced Python proficiency with PyTorch or TensorFlow for model development and large-scale experimentation.
• Strong knowledge of Generative AI and NLP, including LLMs and fine-tuning methodologies.
• Experience with agentic AI frameworks (LangGraph, CrewAI) and multi-agent system design.
• Proven track record deploying AI/ML solutions to major cloud providers and managing ML lifecycle at production scale.
• Experience leading or mentoring Data Scientists or ML engineers and embedding engineering best practices.
• Strong client-facing skills and ability to translate complex concepts to executive stakeholders.
• Master's or PhD in Computer Science or a related field.
• Upper-intermediate or higher proficiency in English.

Responsibilities

• Define and drive technical vision for AI initiatives using the latest generative AI and agentic frameworks.
• Advance agentic AI capabilities by designing multi-agent systems with LangGraph, CrewAI, or similar frameworks.
• Foster client relationships by identifying opportunities and translating complex concepts into production-ready solutions.
• Build and deploy production-ready AI/ML solutions on major cloud platforms with MLOps collaboration.
• Establish end-to-end AI development processes from data pipelines to LLMOps and monitoring.
• Mentor Data Scientists and ML Engineers, embedding best practices in Generative AI and engineering excellence.
• Contribute to thought leadership through technical publications and industry events.

Skills

Advanced Python (PyTorch/TensorFlow)

Generative AI & NLP

LangGraph/CrewAI frameworks

Cloud deployment (Azure/AWS/GCP)

Leadership & mentoring

Client communication

Education

Master's or PhD in Computer Science or related field

Job description

In this role, you will define technical direction and lead the delivery of advanced Generative AI and agentic solutions, from multi-agent systems to large-scale NLP pipelines, within SoftServe's AI and Data Science Center of Excellence, a team of 170+ experts, including Data Scientists, ML Engineers, and Architects. You'll drive innovation, shape AI strategy for world-leading clients, and ensure solutions scale from prototype to measurable production impact.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Define and drive technical vision for AI initiatives using the latest generative AI and agentic frameworks, ensuring alignment with business goals and accelerating innovation across cross-functional teams
• Advance agentic AI capabilities by designing and implementing multi-agent systems using LangGraph, CrewAI, or similar frameworks to enable autonomy and real-world problem-solving at scale
• Foster strong client relationships by identifying opportunities, shaping AI strategies, and translating complex technical concepts into impactful, production-ready solutions
• Build and deploy production-ready AI/ML solutions on major cloud platforms, reducing operational risks and ensuring reliability through close collaboration with MLOps and DevOps teams
• Establish and optimize end-to-end AI development processes - from data pipelines and model training to LLMOps, monitoring, and continuous improvement
• Mentor and guide Data Scientists and ML Engineers, embedding best practices in Generative AI, MLOps, and engineering excellence
• Contribute to thought leadership through technical publications, case studies, and participation in industry events and conferences

REQUIREMENTS

• Advanced Python proficiency with hands-on experience in PyTorch or TensorFlow for model development, training, and large-scale experimentation
• Strong knowledge of Generative AI and NLP, including transformer models, LLMs (GPT-4, Claude, Gemini), and fine-tuning methodologies for domain-specific applications
• Experience with agentic AI frameworks such as LangGraph or CrewAI, as well as knowledge of multi-agent system design and autonomous decision-making patterns
• Proven track record of deploying AI/ML solutions to major cloud providers (Azure, AWS, GCP) and managing the full ML lifecycle at production scale
• Demonstrated experience leading or mentoring Data Science or ML teams, with the ability to drive technical vision and embed engineering best practices
• Strong client-facing skills, with experience shaping AI strategies and communicating complex concepts to executive and non-technical stakeholders
• Master's or Ph.D. degree in Computer Science or a related field
• Upper-intermediate or higher proficiency in English, both spoken and written

SoftServe is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration regardless of race, color, ancestry, ethnicity, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, citizenship, disability, health condition, marital or family status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

About us

We are a digital engineering and technology consulting company where expertise grows alongsidepeople. For more than 30years, we have been elevating technology: helping organizations navigate complex businesschallenges by combining deepengineering knowledge with thoughtful, research-backed innovation. Our teams work across keyareas: digitalengineering, data and analytics, Cloud, and AI/ML. In each, we deliver practical, scalablesolutions rooted in realbusiness needs and measurable human impact.

You bring your perspective and ambition. We create an environment where your work meetsclarity, confidence, andpurpose.

We offer

Flexible Work Model

Work from home, from the office, or in a hybrid format that supports focus andcollaboration.

Competitive, market-based pay, benchmarked by role andlocation - plus health coverage, paid time off, wellness support, and learningopportunities.

Approachable leaders who communicate openly, keep teams close to the strategy, andsupport long-term planning.

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