Data Scientist

Position Description

Exp: 6-8 years

Location: Pune

Job Description:

We are looking for an experienced and enthusiastic NLP Data Scientist to join our NLP Team and AI Team. You will be responsible for developing and deploying innovative NLP solutions using state-of-the-art techniques and technologies. You will work closely with business stakeholders, and other AI experts to understand their needs and deliver impactful NLP applications.

Job Responsibilities

Prototype and validate NLP solutions using agile methodologies and best practices.

Conduct exploration and development on various NLP topics, such as text classification, named entity recognition, sentiment analysis, question answering, topic classification summarization, etc.

Design, implement, and evaluate POCs and end-to-end solutions using OpenAI LLMs and other open source LLMs.

Optimize and fine-tune the performance of LLMs using prompt engineering and RAG-based methods.

Deploy and monitor NLP models and applications in production environments.

Communicate and present NLP results and insights to internal and external stakeholders.

Collaborate with other AI team members and stakeholders to understand the requirements, propose solutions, and deliver high-quality results.

Communicate effectively with the business partners and present the solutions in a clear and concise manner.

Stay updated with the latest developments and trends in NLP and LLMs.

Job Requirements

Technical:

Bachelor's/master's degree in computer science, Engineering, Mathematics or related field.

6-8 years of total experience in data science, machine learning or NLP with a significant focus on unstructured data analytics.

3+ years of hands-on experience in developing and deploying NLP solutions in an enterprise setting using traditional NLP techniques (non-LLM & non-GenAI based).

1+ years of hands-on experience in doing impactful POCs and building LLM based applications.

Experience in Conversational AI, Information retrieval, Knowledge Management will be a plus.

Good working knowledge of prompt engineering and RAG based applications.

Experience with OpenAI LLMs and conceptual idea on open source LLMs.

Ability to propose and visualize overall solution for a given requirements beyond NLP components.

Proficient in Python and common NLP libraries, such as NLTK, spaCy, transformers, etc. Ability to write production-grade python code is a plus.

Familiar with cloud platforms, such as Azure and NLP frameworks, such as Hugging Face, AllenNLP, etc.

Non-Technical:

Very good communication skills, both written and verbal. Ability to work in a team setting with members of diversified skills.

Prior experience in working with enterprise customers, in an evolving environment and under stringent timelines.

Self-starter who can define precise problems and also has the zeal to explore, identify and implement optimal solutions.

Your future duties and responsibilities

Required Qualifications To Be Successful In This Role

Insights you can act on

While technology is at the heart of our clients' digital transformation, we understand that people are at the heart of business success.

When you join CGI, you become a trusted advisor, collaborating with colleagues and clients to bring forward actionable insights that deliver meaningful and sustainable outcomes. We call our employees 'members' because they are CGI shareholders and owners, and, as owners, we enjoy working and growing together to build a company we are proud of. This has been our Dream since 1976, and it has brought us to where we are today—one of the world's largest independent providers of IT and business consulting services.

At CGI, we recognize the richness that diversity brings. We strive to create a work culture where everyone belongs, and we collaborate with clients in building more inclusive communities. As an equal opportunity employer, we empower all our members to succeed and grow. If you require an accommodation at any point during the recruitment process, please let us know. We will be happy to assist.

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Full time