Senior AI Data Scientist

Akkodis is seeking a Senior AI Data Scientist for a Direct-Hire job with a client located in Pleasant Ridge, MI (Remote).

Pay Range: $150,000 to $175,000. The salary may be negotiable based on experience, education, geographic location, and other factors.

Job Description:

As a Senior Data Scientist focused on AI & Innovation, you will drive the development and application of generative AI technologies to enhance our media products and services. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to research, prototype, and implement cutting-edge AI models that power next-generation media experiences.

Key Responsibilities:

• GenAI R&D: Lead research and development of generative AI models (e.g., LLMs, multimodal models) for media applications such as content creation, personalization, creative optimization, and audience engagement.
• Prototyping & Experimentation: Rapidly prototype new AI-driven features, conduct experiments, and evaluate model performance with real-world data.
• Collaboration: Work closely with product managers, engineers, and media strategists to align AI initiatives with business goals and product roadmaps
• Data Analysis & Modeling: Analyze complex datasets, develop and validate machine learning models, and implement statistical methods for media optimization, segmentation, and forecasting
• Product: Collaborate with engineering teams to deploy AI models into scalable, robust production environments
• Innovation Leadership: Stay at the forefront of AI and media technology trends, propose and drive adoption of new tools and methodologies, and contribute to internal knowledge sharing
• Ethics & Compliance: Ensure responsible AI development, adhering to data privacy, fairness, and transparency standards.

Requirements:

• Advanced degree (Master’s or PhD) in Computer Science, Data Science, Engineering, Mathematics, or related field.
• 5+ years of experience in data science roles, with a strong focus on AI/ML and R&D, ideally within media, advertising, or technology sectors
• Expertise in generative AI (e.g., LLMs, diffusion models, GANs), NLP, and/or multimodal AI.
• Proficiency in Python and ML frameworks (TensorFlow, PyTorch, Hugging Face Transformers, etc.)
• Experience with data engineering, large-scale data analysis, and cloud platforms (AWS, GCP, Azure)
• Strong communication skills and ability to explain complex technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders
• Demonstrated ability to work in a fast-paced, global, and cross-functional environment.
• Track record of published research, open-source contributions, or patents in AI/ML

If you are interested in this role, then please click APPLY NOW. For other opportunities available at Akkodis, or any questions, please contact Anirudh Srivastava at 610-227-6773 or anirudh.srivastava@akkodisgroup.com.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

Benefits offerings include but are not limited to:

· 401(k) with match

· Medical insurance

· Dental Insurance

· Vision assistance

· Paid Holidays Off

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