Senior Data Scientist – AWS Machine Learning/Azure Open AI (Remote) Full-time

About AI & Analytics: Artificial intelligence (AI) and the data it collects and analyzes will soon sit at the core of all committed, human-centric businesses. By decoding customer needs, preferences, and behaviors, our clients can understand exactly what services, products, and experiences their consumers need. Within AI & Analytics, we work to craft the future-a future in which trial-and-error business decisions have been replaced by informed choices and data-supported strategies.

By applying AI and data science, we help leading companies to prototype, refine, validate, and scale their AI and analytics products and delivery models. Cognizant’s AIA practice takes insights that are buried in data, and provides businesses a clear way to transform how they source, interpret and consume their information. Our clients need flexible data structures and a streamlined data architecture that quickly turns data resources into informative, meaningful intelligence.

We are seeking a Senior Data Scientist with 10 to 14 years of experience to join our dynamic team. The ideal candidate will have extensive expertise in AWS Machine Learning Statistics Azure Open AI Service and other advanced technologies. This role involves leveraging data to drive impactful decisions and innovations contributing to our company’s growth and societal impact.
Responsibilities

• Lead the development and deployment of machine learning models using AWS Machine Learning and Azure Open AI Service.
• Oversee the execution of Exploratory Data Analysis (EDA) to uncover insights and inform strategic decisions.
• Provide expertise in Airflow for orchestrating complex data workflows and pipelines.
• Utilize Knowledge Graphs to enhance data relationships and improve search capabilities.
• Implement ML Ops practices to streamline the machine learning lifecycle and ensure model reliability.
• Drive the application of Cloud AutoML for automated model training and deployment.
• Develop and maintain AI-enabled chatbots using Dialogflow to enhance customer interactions.
• Apply OpenCV for computer vision tasks and improve image processing capabilities.
• Leverage Artificial Intelligence and Natural Language Processing to develop innovative solutions.
• Utilize Deep Learning frameworks like PyTorch and TensorFlow for advanced model development.
• Conduct statistical analysis using R Statistical Package to support data-driven decisions.
• Develop and optimize machine learning algorithms in Python for various applications.
• Implement Search Engine Optimization techniques to improve data discoverability and relevance.

Qualifications

• Possess a strong background in AWS Machine Learning and Azure Open AI Service.
• Demonstrate expertise in Statistics and Exploratory Data Analysis (EDA).
• Have hands-on experience with Airflow and Knowledge Graphs.
• Show proficiency in ML Ops and Cloud AutoML.
• Be skilled in developing AI-enabled chatbots using Dialogflow.
• Have experience with OpenCV and computer vision tasks.
• Be knowledgeable in Artificial Intelligence Natural Language Processing and Deep Learning.
• Be proficient in using PyTorch and TensorFlow for model development.
• Have strong statistical analysis skills using R Statistical Package.
• Be adept at programming in Python.

Certifications Required

• AWS Certified Machine Learning Microsoft Certified: Azure AI Engineer Associate TensorFlow Developer Certificate

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Applications will be accepted until 9/27/2024.

The annual salary for this position is between $133,000.00 – $156,000.00 depending on experience and other qualifications of the successful candidate.

This position is also eligible for Cognizant’s discretionary annual incentive program, based on performance and subject to the terms of Cognizant’s applicable plans.

Benefits: Cognizant offers the following benefits for this position, subject to applicable eligibility requirements:

• Medical/Dental/Vision/Life Insurance
• Paid holidays plus Paid Time Off
• 401(k) plan and contributions
• Long-term/Short-term Disability
• Paid Parental Leave
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Disclaimer: The salary, other compensation, and benefits information is accurate as of the date of this posting. Cognizant reserves the right to modify this information at any time, subject to applicable law.

The Cognizant community:
We are a high caliber team who appreciate and support one another. Our people uphold an energetic, collaborative and inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive.

• Cognizant is a global community with more than 345,000 associates around the world.
• We don’t just dream of a better way – we make it happen.
• We take care of our people, clients, company, communities and climate by doing what’s right.
• We foster an innovative environment where you can build the career path that’s right for you.

About us:
Cognizant (Nasdaq-100: CTSH) is one of the world’s leading professional services companies, helping organizations modernize technology, reimagine processes and transform experiences so they stay ahead in a fast-changing world.

Our commitment to diversity and inclusion:
Cognizant is an equal opportunity employer that embraces diversity, champions equity and values inclusion. We are dedicated to nurturing a community where everyone feels heard, accepted and welcome. Your application and candidacy will not be considered based on race, color, sex, religion, creed, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, veteran status or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state or local laws.

Disclaimer:
Compensation information is accurate as of the date of this posting. Cognizant reserves the right to modify this information at any time, subject to applicable law.

Applicants may be required to attend interviews in person or by video conference. In addition, candidates may be required to present their current state or government issued ID during each interview.