Senior Data Scientist
About The Position
As a Senior Data Scientist, you will join a team of data scientists, AI researchers, software developers, and psychometricians who provide technical and scientific leadership for some of our most important strategic efforts companywide. You will be actively and cross-functionally involved in the entire AI/ML model development lifecycle from design to deployment. You will help design, develop, validate, operationalize, and monitor AI/ML models for our Higher Education business unit, and you will collaborate closely with colleagues across functions like Product, Engineering, Learning Design, and User Experience to help McGraw Hill create and deliver world-class educational experiences.
Requirements
- Master’s degree (or equivalent) in AI, Data Science, or related field
- 3+ years of applicable work experience
- Ability to apply DS/AI knowledge to independently define and resolve problems, even with limited information or precedent
- Recent hands-on experience with generative AI, including LLM orchestration frameworks (e.g., LangChain, LlamaIndex)
- Deep understanding of large language model (LLM) principles
- Proficiency in Python and SQL (5+ years)
- Creativity in addressing diverse issues aligned with business goals, including suggesting variations in approach
- Ability to adapt communication style to different audiences and advise others on complex matters
- Proven track record of independently planning, executing, and reporting on AI projects to deliver business value
Nice To Haves
- Passion for technology and commitment to staying current on generative AI advancements
- Affinity for education and knowledge sharing
- Experience with LangSmith
- Strong technical communication and collaboration skills
- Ability to create scalable and efficient production-level code
Responsibilities
- Plan, execute, and report on projects of diverse scope independently with weekly manager check-ins.
- Support/guide junior colleagues, including acting as team lead on shared projects.
- Propose solutions to business problems based on limited information and precedent.
- Solve problems by adopting, adapting, and/or extending existing DS/AI approaches.
- Collaborate with colleagues in other functions to support the creation of compelling learning experiences.
- Learn how to balance multiple projects and revise project plans as circumstances change.
Benefits
- Annual bonus plan
- Full range of medical and/or other benefits
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
