Software Guidance & Assistance, Inc. (SGA, Inc.)
Python/AI Developer Developer
Software Guidance & Assistance, Inc. (SGA, Inc.)United States2 days ago
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Software Guidance & Assistance, Inc., (SGA), is searching for a Python/AI Developer for a contract assignment with one of our premier financial services clients in Rutherford, NJ.

This a development position for establishing and implementing new or revised applications and programs in the Technology team.

As part of this role, you will be responsible for data extraction and data analysis from structured and unstructured sources. You will develop systems to clean results to build predictive and prescriptive models and implement them in a production environment by partnering with technology and business partners. You will have to address complex problems involving financial data with specific focus on credit risk management. You will have to have open and adaptive mindset to learn new and advanced models in LLM and GenAI and bring in innovative solutions to complex business problems.

Responsibilities:

Architect, Design, and implement robust Python-based solution

Lead global Technology Teams across different time zones, enabling a hybrid work model

Drive Object-Oriented Programming (OOPS) principle-based development and mentor team members to leverage advanced python coding techniques and features

Partner with multiple management teams to ensure appropriate integration of functions to meet goals as well as identify and define necessary system enhancements to deploy new products and process improvements

Resolve variety of high impact problems/projects through in-depth evaluation of complex business processes, system processes, and industry standards

Provide expertise in area and advanced knowledge of applications programming and ensure application design adheres to the overall architecture blueprint

Utilize advanced knowledge of system flow and develop standards for coding, testing, debugging, and implementation

Develop comprehensive knowledge of how areas of business, such as architecture and infrastructure, integrate to accomplish business goals

Provide in-depth analysis with interpretive thinking to define issues and develop innovative solutions

Serve as advisor or coach to mid-level developers and analysts, allocating work as necessary

Experience in using writing and using shell script and other Linux features

Implement Unit Testing and TDD to ensure software quality and maintainability

Appropriately assess risk when business decisions are made, demonstrating particular consideration for the firm's reputation and safeguarding, its clients and assets, by driving compliance with applicable laws, rules and regulations, adhering to Policy, applying sound ethical judgment regarding personal behavior, conduct and business practices, and escalating, managing and reporting control issues with transparency.

Proactive.

Qualifications:

PhD or master's degree in computer science, Data Science, Statistics, Mathematics, Engineering or related field.

5+ years of industry experience as a data scientist, specializing in ML Modeling, Ranking, Recommendations, or Personalization systems.

5+ years of experience designing and developing scalable and reliable machine learning systems for training, inference, monitoring, and iteration.

Strong background of ML/DL/LLM algorithms, model architectures, and training techniques.

Proficiency in Python, SQL, Spark, PySpark, TensorFlow or other analytical/model-building programming languages.

Proficiency with tools and LLMs.

Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team.

Preferred Skills:

Experience in GenAI/LLMs projects.

Familiarity with distributed data/computing tools (e.g., Hadoop, Hive, Spark, MySQL).

Background in financial business-like banking, risk management.

Should be familiar with capital markets and financial instruments and modeling

Education:

Bachelor's degree/University degree or equivalent experience in STEM "

SGA is a technology and resource solutions provider driven to stand out. We are a women-owned business. Our mission: to solve big IT problems with a more personal, boutique approach. Each year, we match consultants like you to more than 1,000 engagements. When we say let's work better together, we mean it. You'll join a diverse team built on these core values: customer service, employee development, and quality and integrity in everything we do. Be yourself, love what you do and find your passion at work. Please find us at https://sgainc.com/ .

SGA is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of Race, Color, Sex, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity, Religion, National Origin, Disability, Veteran Status, Age, Marital Status, Pregnancy, Genetic Information, or Other Legally Protected Status. We are committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, and our services, programs, and activities. Please visit our company EEO page to request an accommodation or assistance regarding our policy.

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