Senior Data Scientist

Rapinno Tech; Irving (TX); On-site; USD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Rapinno Tech in Irving is seeking a Senior Data Scientist with 12+ years of experience to drive advanced analytics and AI initiatives within a hybrid work model. You will design, build, and productionize models that inform business decisions and strategy across units.

The ideal candidate excels in Python, PySpark, ML libraries, SQL, and cloud platforms (AWS or GCP). Strong communication and leadership skills are required to mentor teams and deliver end‑to‑end data solutions.

Qualifications

• Formal education: Bachelor's with 6+ years in data science or Master's with 2+ years in the field.
• Hands-on ML model development using Python, PySpark, ML libraries and SQL.
• Proficiency in Python, R, and Linux shell scripting.
• Experience with data management in relational databases, Hadoop and Spark.
• Cloud experience with AWS or GCP and strong communication skills.
• Excellent problem solving and critical thinking abilities.

Skills

Python

PySpark

ML libraries

SQL

Linux shell

Hadoop

Spark

AWS

GCP

R

Education

Bachelor's degree + 6+ years experience

Master's degree in CS/Stats/Math/Engineering/Data Science

Ph.D. in CS/Stats/Math/Engineering/Data Science (desired)

Tools

PySpark

Hadoop

Spark

Linux shell

Python

R

SQL

AWS

GCP

Job description

Position: Senior Data Scientist (12+ years minimum exp) Need a Rockstar candidate

Location: Irving, TX/ CA / Alpharetta, GA / Basking Ridge, NJ Hybrid (This is not a remote role)

Duration: Long term contract

Client: Largest Direct Telecom Client

What were looking for...

You are an accomplished SENIOR DATA SCIENTIST, a recognized MACHINE LEARNING EXPERT, and a thought LEADER IN AI TECHNOLOGY and business innovation. You are a MASTER AT ANALYZING BIG DATA.

Required:

• Formal education: Bachelors degree with six or more years of relevant work experience as a Data Scientist practicing model development for business applications; Or a Master's Degree in Computer Science, Statistics, Math, Economics, Engineering, or Data Science related fields with two or more years of relevant experience as a data scientist or machine learning engineer.
• Hands-on experience in building machine learning and statistical models using Python, PySpark, Machine Learning libraries, SQL.
• Experience in computing/programming skills; proficiency in Python, R, and Linux shell script.
• Experience in data management and data analysis in a relational database, Hadoop and Spark.
• Experience with Cloud computing platform such as GCP or AWS
• Strong communication and interpersonal influencing skills.
• Excellent problem solving and critical thinking capabilities.

Desired:

• A Ph.D. in Computer Science, Statistics, Math, Economics, Engineering, or Data Science, with two or more years of experience in practicing machine learning and data science in business.
• Expertise in deep learning, NLP, reinforcement learning, recommender system, etc.
• Experience in leading large scale data science projects and delivering from end to end.
• Experience with building data pipelines, model framework and model deployment.