Senior Data Scientist
Boston, MA, US
Scientific
Contract,
$65 - $80
On-site
Other/Non Classified
Boston, MA, US
$65 - $80
Contract,
Other/Non Classified
On-site
Scientific
Job details
Job Description
Join a cutting-edge AI Platform team as a Senior Data Scientist in a 6-month remote contract-to-hire opportunity. You’ll help develop enterprise-scale AI solutions leveraging Large Language Models (LLMs), Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG), Agentic AI, NLP, machine learning, and distributed AI architectures to support complex research, document intelligence, and workflow automation systems.
This role offers the opportunity to work on some of the most advanced AI challenges in industry today. The team is building next-generation intelligent systems that combine LLMs, retrieval technologies, and autonomous agents to solve highly complex information and decision-making problems. They’re looking for someone who can drive innovation, shape AI strategy, and help bring cutting-edge research into production.
Contract Duration: 6 Months (Contract-to-Hire)
Required Skills & Experience
· Bachelor’s degree required; Master’s degree preferred
· 5–8+ years of experience in Data Science, Machine Learning, or Applied AI
· Strong experience with Large Language Models (LLMs) and Generative AI applications
· Hands-on experience designing and deploying RAG systems
· Expertise in machine learning, NLP, and information retrieval techniques
· Experience building and deploying production AI/ML systems
· Strong Python programming skills
· Experience working with distributed systems and cloud-based AI environments
· Understanding of agentic AI architectures and autonomous workflows
· Strong analytical, communication, and problem-solving skills
Desired Skills & Experience
· Experience building enterprise-scale AI platforms
· Familiarity with vector databases and semantic search technologies
· Knowledge of legal, regulatory, or document-intensive data environments
· Experience with model evaluation, monitoring, and optimization
· Exposure to workflow automation and intelligent agent frameworks
· Experience collaborating across data science, engineering, and product teams
· Advanced degree in Data Science, Computer Science, Machine Learning, or a related field
What You Will Be Doing
Tech Breakdown
· 40% LLMs, RAG, and Generative AI
· 30% Machine Learning & NLP
· 20% Agentic AI & Intelligent Automation
· 10% Distributed Systems & Platform Collaboration
Daily Responsibilities
· 75% Hands On
· 5% Management Duties
· 20% Team Collaboration
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