Lead AI Scientist & ML Strategy Architect

Intuit; Cedar Rapids (IA); On-site; USD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

Intuit in Cedar Rapids, IA, seeks a senior AI scientist to build and deploy machine learning models across marketing and product areas. You will lead teams in ML, NLP, and optimization, and mentor peers while driving multi-year technology strategy.

You will influence executives, design state-of-the-art algorithms, and deliver end-to-end ML solutions that impact hundreds of thousands of customers. A PhD/MS in a related field and strong programming experience are required.

Qualifications

• PhD/MS in Engineering Mathematics, Statistics, Theoretical/Computational Physics, or related field.
• Experience in Marketing platforms or media management; cognitive sciences background is a plus.
• Solid knowledge of statistical techniques.
• 3+ years as a lead in an AI science role or management position in AI science.
• Strong communication skills and ability to influence at executive level.
• Hands-on programming in ML, NLP, Statistics, or Optimization.
• 6+ years’ experience manipulating large datasets and using databases (R, SQL, S-Plus, etc.).
• 6+ years’ experience with a general-purpose programming language (Python, Scala, etc.).
• Expert knowledge and hands-on experience with ML pipelines and design patterns.
• Proven track record of influencing business leaders to shape projects.

Responsibilities

• Leads team’s work in ML, NLP, Statistics, or Optimization and performs hands-on work.
• Influences business leaders to shape mission critical projects.
• Drives multi-year vision connecting product and technology strategy.
• Contributes to ML platform architecture and strategy.
• Leads delivery and integration of ML solutions with cross-functional teams.
• Conducts design reviews and ensures technical and operational rigor.
• Mentors colleagues to build a vibrant AI practice community.

Skills

Leadership

ML

NLP

Statistics

Optimization

Programming

Python

SQL

Education

PhD or MS in Engineering Mathematics/Statistics/Theoretical-Computational Physics

Experience in Marketing platforms / media management

Tools

R

SQL

S-Plus

Job description

Intuit in Cedar Rapids, IA, seeks a senior AI scientist to build and deploy machine learning models across marketing and product areas. You will lead teams in ML, NLP, and optimization, and mentor peers while driving multi-year technology strategy.

You will influence executives, design state-of-the-art algorithms, and deliver end-to-end ML solutions that impact hundreds of thousands of customers. A PhD/MS in a related field and strong programming experience are required.