Senior Data Scientist – GenAI (Contract)
Location:
Dublin (Hybrid)
Duration:
6 months (Strong likelihood of extension)
We are seeking an experienced
Senior Data Scientist
to join a leading AI Software House in Ireland you will be working on a high-impact project developing a next-generation procurement system. This is an exciting opportunity to apply your expertise in AI and GenAI within a fast-paced, production-focused environment.
Key Responsibilities
* Lead the design, development, and deployment of AI solutions in a production setting.
* Build and optimise machine learning models, with a focus on large-scale datasets and GenAI applications.
* Collaborate closely with data engineering, product, and customer stakeholders to deliver actionable solutions.
* Apply strong data science methodologies across the full lifecycle: requirements, design, implementation, testing, deployment, and reporting.
* Leverage Databricks for scalable model development and deployment.
About You
* 8+ years' experience
as a Data Scientist with a strong record of implementing AI in production systems.
* Ideally 1+ year experience
in GenAI (LLMs, RAG, or related applications).
* Solid experience with Databricks (heavily prioritised).
* Excellent communicator, able to engage both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
* Strong background in Python (pandas, numpy, scikit-learn, scipy) and modern ML techniques.
* Proven ability to work independently while collaborating in cross-functional teams.