Senior Research Scientist - TS/SCI (FSP)

AIToolboard; Bethesda (MD); On-site; USD 150,000 - 185,000; Full time

Job summary

IBM Consulting is seeking a Senior Research Scientist - TS/SCI (FSP) to lead AI and cognitive computing initiatives in a collaborative, client-focused environment. The role emphasizes designing AI systems, leveraging NLP/ML, and deploying models across cloud platforms with modern UI and data frameworks.

The candidate will work on full AI project lifecycles, collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver scalable cognitive solutions that process both structured and unstructured data, using

Qualifications

• Experience designing AI/ML solutions for cognitive computing challenges.
• Strong grounding in NLP, ML and AI frameworks.
• Proven ability to deploy AI projects from prototyping to production.
• Proficiency with Python and modern AI libraries.

Responsibilities

• Architect AI Solutions: Design and deliver AI solutions using foundation models and LLMs.
• Develop Cognitive Computing Systems: Process and analyze structured and unstructured data using NLP/ML.
• Collaborate on AI Projects: Manage full AI lifecycle from research to deployment in the cloud.
• Drive AI Innovation: Create novel AI solutions to solve business problems.
• Analyze and optimize AI Systems using SciKit Learn, Pandas, and Matplotlib.

Skills

AI/ML concepts

NLP

Machine learning

Python

Large language models

Tools

Github Copilot

Amazon Code Whisperer

TensorFlow

PyTorch

Keras

scikit-learn

Pandas

Matplotlib

Job description

Jobs / Senior Research Scientist - TS/SCI (FSP)

Senior Research Scientist - TS/SCI (FSP)

Full-time

About the Role

IntroductionA career in IBM Consulting is built on long-term client relationships and close collaboration worldwide. You’ll work with leading companies across industries, helping them shape their hybrid cloud and AI journeys. With support from our strategic partners, robust IBM technology, and Red Hat, you’ll have the tools to drive meaningful change and accelerate client impact. At IBM Consulting, curiosity fuels success. You’ll be encouraged to challenge the norm, explore new ideas, and create innovative solutions that deliver real results. Our culture of growth and empathy focuses on your long-term career development while valuing your unique skills and experiences.Your Role And ResponsibilitiesAs a seasoned Data Scientist specializing in Artificial Intelligence, you will leverage your expertise in combining data analysis and business acumen to tackle complex cognitive computing challenges. Your strong foundation in AI, NLP, and ML will enable you to deliver comprehensive cognitive solutions that effectively process and analyze both structured and unstructured data. Your primary responsibilities will include:

• Architect AI Solutions: Design and deliver AI solutions using cutting-edge technologies, with a strong focus on foundation models and large language models, utilizing tools like Github Copilot and Amazon Code Whisperer.
• Develop Cognitive Computing Systems: Create comprehensive cognitive solutions that effectively process and analyze both structured and unstructured data, leveraging expertise in NLP, ML, and AI frameworks such as TensorFlow, PyTorch, and Keras.
• Collaborate on AI Projects: Work on full AI project lifecycle, from research and prototyping to deployment in production environments, utilizing cloud platforms, relational and NoSQL databases, and modern UI frameworks.
• Drive AI Innovation: Pioneer innovative AI solutions, leveraging strong programming skills in Python and experience with AI frameworks, to solve complex business problems and drive cognitive computing advancements.
• Optimize AI Systems: Guide the optimization of AI systems, ensuring effective usage of libraries such as SciKit Learn, Pandas, and Matplotlib, and familiarity with cloud platforms and related services.

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