Senior Associate AI Engineer - Chicago Hybrid

Publicis Groupe Holdings B.V; Chicago (IL); Hybrid; USD 104,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Inclusive workplace

Learning & development opportunities

Competitive compensation

Flexible work-life balance

Comprehensive health benefits

Generous paid leave

Wellness program

Job summary

Publicis Sapient is a digital transformation partner helping organizations evolve through AI and ML solutions. The Senior Associate Platform - Chicago Hybrid role focuses on developing data-driven models and deploying AI capabilities to accelerate business outcomes.

You will work with cross-functional teams, leverage Cloud platforms for model deployment, and stay current with AI trends and techniques to deliver scalable, high-impact solutions.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in AI, machine learning, and data science.
• Proficiency in Python or R for data analysis and modeling.
• Hands-on experience with TensorFlow, PyTorch, or scikit-learn.
• Experience with Spark, Hadoop, or SQL for data processing.
• Knowledge of cloud platforms (AWS, GCP, Azure) for AI deployment.

Responsibilities

• Develop and deploy AI & ML models to solve complex business problems.
• Preprocess data, engineer features, and train models to improve accuracy.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate AI into business processes.
• Use statistical analysis and ML algorithms to derive insights from large datasets.
• Implement and optimize AI models for scalability and performance.
• Conduct A/B testing and model evaluation for effectiveness.
• Stay updated on AI/ML trends to drive innovation.

Skills

AI/ML experience

Python/R

TensorFlow

PyTorch

scikit-learn

Statistical modeling

Big data tools

SQL

Cloud deployment

Tools

Spark

Hadoop

SQL

Job description

Company description

Publicis Sapient is a digital transformation partner helping established organizations get to their future, digitally enabled state, both in the way they work and the way they serve their customers. We help unlock value through a start-up mindset and modern methods, fusing strategy, consulting, and customer experience with agile engineering and problem-solving creativity. United by our core values and our purpose of helping people thrive in the brave pursuit of next, our 20,000+ people in 53 offices around the world combine experience across technology, data sciences, consulting, and customer obsession to accelerate our clients’ businesses through designing the products and services their customers truly value.

Overview

Senior Associate Platform - Chicago Hybrid

As a Senior Associate Platform specializing in AI & Machine Learning, you will play a key role in developing and implementing data-driven solutions that drive business impact. As a Data Scientist, you will work on AI and ML models, leveraging data to create insights and predictive analytics that enhance decision-making and business strategies.

Your Impact

• Develop and deploy AI & ML models to solve complex business problems.
• Work on data preprocessing, feature engineering, and model training to improve accuracy and efficiency.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate AI solutions into business processes.
• Utilize statistical analysis and machine learning algorithms to extract insights from large datasets.
• Implement and optimize AI models for scalability and performance.
• Conduct A/B testing and model evaluation to ensure effectiveness.
• Stay updated on the latest AI & ML trends and technologies to drive innovation.

Qualifications

Skills & Experience

• 5+ years of experience in AI, machine learning, and data science.
• Strong proficiency in Python, R, or other programming languages for data analysis and modeling.
• Hands-on experience with AI frameworks such as TensorFlow, PyTorch, or scikit-learn.
• Expertise in statistical modeling, regression, classification, and clustering techniques.
• Experience with big data tools such as Spark, Hadoop, or SQL for data processing.
• Strong problem‑solving skills and the ability to translate business needs into AI solutions.
• Knowledge of cloud platforms (AWS, GCP, Azure) for AI model deployment.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.

Set Yourself Apart With

• Experience in NLP, computer vision, or deep learning applications.
• Knowledge of reinforcement learning and AI-driven optimization.
• Background in AI ethics, fairness, and interpretability.
• Certifications in AI, machine learning, or data science.

Additional information

Salary Range: $104,000 - $130,000

The range shown represents a grouping of relevant ranges currently in use at Publicis Sapient. Actual range for this position may differ, depending on location and specific skillset required for the work.

As part of our dedication to an inclusive and diverse workforce, Publicis Sapient is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity without regard for race, color, national origin, ethnicity, gender, protected veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, or religion. We are also committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans in our job application procedures. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, you may contact us at [e-mail]

• An inclusive workplace that promotes diversity and collaboration.
• Access to ongoing learning and development opportunities.
• Competitive compensation and benefits package.
• Flexibility to support work-life balance.
• Comprehensive health benefits for you and your family.
• Generous paid leave and holidays.
• Wellness program and employee assistance.

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