Data Science Consultant

Join our technology and business consulting team as a Data Science Consultant, where you will lead machine learning projects from concept through deployment and support clients in leveraging AI/ML solutions.

If you are passionate about advancing your expertise in data science and contributing to ethical AI practices, we encourage you to apply.

Responsibilities

• Lead machine learning initiatives from ideation to proof of concept development and deployment
• Collaborate with business stakeholders to identify AI and machine learning opportunities
• Develop and test hypotheses to guide data science projects
• Build, test, and optimize predictive models and algorithms
• Ensure compliance with ethical and regulatory standards for models
• Deliver actionable insights to support strategic client decisions
• Stay current with advancements in AI and machine learning technologies
• Implement monitoring systems to track model performance in production
• Provide expertise on feature engineering, model selection, and hyperparameter tuning
• Validate data integrity, model fairness, and reliability of outcomes
• Promote ethical AI practices and develop frameworks for responsible AI use
• Lead MLOps efforts to enable scalable and automated model deployment
• Mentor team members on best practices and problem-solving
• Share success stories and case studies to enhance team knowledge
• Manage team resources and oversee project progress

Requirements

• Proficiency in Python, R, and data science libraries such as scikit-learn, TensorFlow, and PyTorch
• Strong knowledge of machine learning algorithms and statistical methods
• Experience with cloud AI platforms, including AWS SageMaker, Azure ML, or GCP AI Platform
• Competency in model explainability techniques and bias mitigation
• Skills in data visualization to aid model interpretability
• Analytical and critical thinking abilities
• Familiarity with Agile development methodologies
• Effective interpersonal and communication skills for client engagement
• Strong written and verbal English communication skills (B2+)

Nice to have

• Expertise in advanced AI techniques such as natural language processing, computer vision, or reinforcement learning
• Knowledge of distributed computing frameworks like Dask or Ray for large-scale model training
• Experience with MLOps tools such as MLflow or Kubeflow
• Background in people management

We offer

• CONTINUOUS UPSKILLING, LEARNING & DEVELOPMENT
  • Diversity of tasks and projects
  • Assessment center for objective review of competency level
  • Personal development plan
  • Mentoring programs and leadership development
  • Certification and professional development support
  • Access to learning platforms including more than 2,500 internal courses and the LinkedIn Learning library with 20,000+ courses
  • English courses taught by certified teachers
• CORPORATE BENEFITS
  • Extra leave days
  • Referral bonuses
• COMPENSATION PACKAGE
  • Competitive compensation paid in USD
  • Regular salary and performance reviews
• MEDICAL & HEALTHCARE
  • Private health insurance
  • Well-being events
• WORKING ENVIRONMENT
  • Recreation areas and kitchens
  • Tea, coffee, and snacks
  • Well-being events
  • Sports equipment and game consoles
  • IT Equipment
  • Microsoft's Software Assurance Home Use Program (HUP)

EPAM is a leading global provider of digital platform engineering and development services. We are committed to having a positive impact on our customers, our employees, and our communities. We embrace a dynamic and inclusive culture. Here you will collaborate with multi-national teams, contribute to a myriad of innovative projects that deliver the most creative and cutting-edge solutions, and have an opportunity to continuously learn and grow. No matter where you are located, you will join a dedicated, creative, and diverse community that will help you discover your fullest potential.