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Data Scientist

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Role: Data Scientist

Location: Boston, MA
Job Type: Full-time

About the Role

Photon, a leader in AI development, is seeking a Data Scientist to work with Cengage on cutting-edge AI projects. In this role, you will be responsible for developing, training, and scaling Generative AI models such as GPT, DALL-E, and CLIP. Your contributions will help enhance customer experiences, drive revenue growth, and optimize business outcomes through predictive analytics.

Photon's culture is built around innovation and collaboration, and this role will require you to work cross-functionally with other teams to ensure successful model deployment and performance monitoring.

Responsibilities

  • AI Model Development: Develop and implement generative AI models, including LLMs, text-to-image models, and other generative techniques.
  • Model Training: Train and evaluate AI models using large datasets on high-performance computing clusters.
  • Debugging & Troubleshooting: Ensure high-quality model performance by troubleshooting and debugging code as needed.
  • Stay Current: Keep up-to-date with AI research and apply new advancements to Photon’s projects.
  • Predictive Modeling: Use predictive analytics to enhance customer experience, ad targeting, and other business outcomes.
  • Collaboration: Work with multiple teams to integrate AI models into business applications and monitor their performance.
  • Performance Monitoring: Develop tools and processes to track model performance and ensure data accuracy.
  • Stakeholder Engagement: Understand business challenges by working closely with stakeholders and developing data-driven solutions.
  • Advanced Data Analysis: Conduct complex data analysis and design algorithmic models to solve intricate business problems.

Requirements

  • Education:
    • Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.
  • Experience:
    • 2+ years of experience developing and training AI/ML models.
    • Proficient with Python, SQL, and tools like R for statistical analysis.
    • Knowledge of state-of-the-art generative AI models (e.g., GPT, DALL-E, CLIP).
  • Technical Expertise:
    • Experience with Cloud Platforms like Azure, GCP, or AWS.
    • Strong understanding of deep learning, NLP, and computer vision.
  • Problem-Solving:
    • Ability to identify model improvement opportunities and apply fixes swiftly.
  • Collaboration & Communication:
    • Excellent communication skills with the ability to explain complex quantitative analysis to non-technical stakeholders.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Advanced coursework or a degree in Data Science, Statistics, Math, Physics, or related fields with a focus on AI/ML.
  • Proven experience in deploying generative AI models in production environments.
  • Ability to work collaboratively in a team-oriented environment and share complex technical concepts effectively.

Why Join Photon?

  • Be part of a dynamic team at the intersection of AI and data science.
  • Contribute to the next wave of generative AI solutions that impact businesses globally.
  • Enjoy competitive compensation and benefits while working in a collaborative and innovative culture.

How to Apply

Interested candidates should send their resume and a brief cover letter highlighting relevant experience to hiring@photon.com.

Photon is an equal-opportunity employer and celebrates diversity in the workplace.

Note: Due to the volume of applications, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for further interviews.