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Machine Learning Data Scientist – Research Translation, Prototyping
Location
Washington
Posted
1 day ago
Salary
$145K - $155K / year
Seniority
Senior
Job Description
Machine Learning Data Scientist – Research Translation, Prototyping
Blueprint
• Collaborate with research, engineering, and cross-functional teams to evaluate emerging AI and machine learning technologies and determine their practical value. • Design, develop, and implement machine learning models, AI-powered applications, and experimental systems. • Build rapid prototypes and proof-of-concept solutions to validate new technologies and research concepts. • Fine-tune, benchmark, validate, and improve machine learning models using real-world datasets. • Develop evaluation frameworks, benchmarks, and success metrics for AI systems, foundation models, generative AI solutions, multimodal experiences, and agent-based workflows. • Design and execute quantitative and qualitative experiments to assess model performance, user engagement, technology adoption, and overall effectiveness. • Analyze system requirements, document technical specifications, and develop software solutions aligned with project objectives. • Gather, process, and analyze data to generate actionable insights and support decision-making. • Evaluate, troubleshoot, and improve machine learning pipelines, AI systems, and software implementations. • Develop, test, and maintain software applications and supporting infrastructure. • Create and execute test plans, perform unit testing, and support quality assurance efforts. • Support deployment, validation, and post-implementation monitoring of solutions, resolving issues identified during testing and rollout. • Stay current with advancements in machine learning, generative AI, multimodal systems, agentic workflows, and related research areas to identify opportunities for innovation and application.
Job Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Data Science, Mathematics, Statistics, or a related technical field.
- 5–7+ years of professional experience in machine learning, data science, applied AI, software engineering, or a related discipline.
- Strong experience developing machine learning models and AI-powered solutions.
- Demonstrated experience with data science methodologies, experimentation, model evaluation, and statistical analysis.
- Hands-on software engineering experience, including coding, debugging, testing, and deployment.
- Experience building data-intensive applications, machine learning systems, experimentation platforms, or AI-enabled products.
- Strong programming skills and the ability to diagnose and resolve technical issues.
- Experience evaluating, improving, and maintaining machine learning models, data pipelines, and AI applications.
- Ability to quickly learn new technologies, adapt to changing priorities, and contribute effectively in ambiguous, fast-moving environments.
- Strong communication skills with the ability to explain technical concepts and findings to both technical and non-technical audiences.
- Experience working collaboratively across research, engineering, product, and business teams.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision coverage
- Flexible Spending Account
- 401k program
- Competitive PTO offerings
- Parental Leave
- Opportunities for professional growth and development
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