Senior Data Scientist SME

Senior Data Scientist SME & AI Architect (10+ Years Experience)We are seeking a highly accomplished and results-orientedSenior Data Scientist Subject Matter Expert (SME)with over10 years of experienceto lead our advanced analytics and AI initiatives. This is a pivotal role requiring deep technical mastery across large-scale Big Data technologies, multi-cloud environments, and cutting-edge specialized AI domains, includingGenerative AI, Computer Vision, and Natural Language Processing (NLP) . You will be the principal technical leader, driving strategy, setting standards, and delivering high-impact solutions that transform business outcomes.Key ResponsibilitiesAI/ML Strategy & Architecture:Define the technical roadmap and architectural standards for deploying and scaling complex AI systems, particularly those involvingGenerative AI (GenAI) , large language models ( LLMs ), and specialized models in Computer Vision and NLP. Big Data Engineering:Design, build, and optimize high-throughput, distributed data pipelines and features usingApache Spark (Scala)andHiveon massive datasets to support model training and inference. Cross-Cloud Execution:Lead the design and deployment of ML models and data infrastructure across multiple major cloud providers ( AWS, Azure, and GCP ), ensuring portability, scalability, and cost efficiency. Specialized Model Development:Lead hands-on development, fine-tuning, and deployment of production-grade models in key specialized areas: Computer Vision:Developing and optimizing models for image recognition, object detection, and video analytics. NLP:Building sophisticated systems for sentiment analysis, entity extraction, semantic search, and RAG architectures leveraging LLMs. Generative AI:Exploring and implementing cutting-edge GenAI techniques for content creation, data augmentation, and innovative product features. SME Consulting & Mentorship:Act as the internal authority and consultant, providing technical guidance, architectural review, and mentorship to junior data scientists and engineering teams. MLOps & Governance:Establish best practices for MLOps, model monitoring, version control, and model risk governance in a multi-cloud production environment.Required Skills and Expertise (10+ Years)1. Big Data and Cloud MasteryProgramming & Big Data:10+ years of extensive, hands-on experience withApache Spark , with strong preference for production development usingScala . Deep expertise withApache Hivefor data querying and management. Cloud Proficiency:Demonstrated expertise in deploying and managing data/ML workloads acrossat least twoof the three major cloud platforms:AWS(Sagemaker, EMR, S3),Azure(Azure ML, Synapse Analytics), andGCP(Vertex AI, BigQuery). Data Architecture:Expert knowledge of distributed systems, data partitioning, optimization techniques, and data warehousing concepts in a cloud-native context.2. Advanced AI/ML SpecializationGenerative AI (GenAI) & LLMs:Proven experience with the architecture and implementation of Generative AI solutions, including prompt engineering, fine-tuning, and deployingLarge Language Models (LLMs) . Computer Vision:In-depth knowledge of deep learning frameworks (TensorFlow, PyTorch) and experience with Computer Vision tasks (e.g., CNNs, object detection models like YOLO). NLP:Expert practical experience in NLP techniques, including transformer models, embedding generation, and building complex text-based applications.3. Leadership & Soft SkillsTechnical Leadership:Proven track record of leading complex data science projects from research to production deployment. Communication:Exceptional ability to translate complex technical findings into clear, strategic recommendations for technical and executive audiences. Mentorship:Experience mentoring and training senior engineers and data scientists.Education and CertificationMaster’s or Ph.D. in Computer Science, Data Science, Engineering, or a highly quantitative field. Relevant professional cloud certifications (e.g., AWS Certified Machine Learning Specialty, Google Cloud Professional Data Engineer) are highly desirable.