Sr Data Scientist (AI / ML & GenAI)

SmartIPlace

Irvine, CA

JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Algorithms, Apiary/Beekeeping, Artificial Intelligence (AI), Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS), Clinical Data, Cloud Computing, Communication Skills, Computer Science, Content Management Systems (CMS), Data Processing, Data Science, Data Sets, Deep Learning, Economics, Healthcare, Leadership, Mathematics, Medical Coding, Medicare, Mentoring, Model Validation, Natural Language Processing (NLP), Python Programming/Scripting Language, Risk, Statistical Modeling, Statistics, Storytelling, Technical Strategy
LOCATION
Irvine, CA
POSTED
9 days ago
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Please find the job details below:

Job Title: Sr Data Scientist (AI / ML & GenAI)
Location: Irvine, CA

Requirement:

  • Education Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Statistics, Mathematics, Economics, or related quantitative field from a reputed institution.
  • Experience Around 6 years of experience in Data Science, AI/ML, or Advanced Analytics. Demonstrated experience leading complex, production-grade AI/ML systems at scale.
  • Prior experience mentoring or leading data scientists (formal or informal).
  • Core Technical Expertise Expert proficiency in Python and PySpark.
  • Deep hands-on experience with Spark, Hive, distributed data processing, and cloud platforms.
  • Strong command of ML algorithms, ensemble methods, and advanced feature engineering.
  • Proven hands-on experience with deep learning frameworks (PyTorch and/or TensorFlow).
  • Strong working knowledge of LLMs and Generative AI, including prompt design, orchestration, and evaluation.
  • NLP & Healthcare Analytics Extensive experience with NLP/NLU (NER, summarization, classification, entity extraction), preferably on clinical or healthcare data.
  • Strong understanding of statistical modelling, experimentation, and model validation.
  • Leadership & Professional Skills Proven ability to drive ambiguity to clarity and own outcomes.
  • Strong executive communication and storytelling skills.
  • Ability to balance hands-on technical depth with strategic leadership.
  • Demonstrated ownership mindset with high accountability and bias for action.
  • Domain Expertise (Strongly Preferred) Deep understanding of Medicare Risk Adjustment and CMS programs.
  • Hands-on experience with CMS datasets (MMR, MOR, EDPS, Encounter data).
  • Experience working with clinical, coding, or claims data in healthcare environments.

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