DATA SCIENTIST-Level 1 - Associate (0 - 5 Years)

Job#: 3030150

Job Description:
DATA SCIENTIST-Level 1 - Associate (0 - 5 Years)

Location: Juno Beach, Florida (Onsite)
Employment Type: Contract

Role Overview

This role is responsible for designing and implementing end-to-end AI/ML solutions, from raw data ingestion and pipeline engineering to model development, deployment, and monitoring. The ideal candidate is a strong problem solver who is equally comfortable engineering scalable data pipelines and building predictive or agentic AI models. This position is suited for an early-career professional who thrives in a fast-paced, cross-functional program environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and implement scalable data pipelines ingesting procurement, materials, and financial data from enterprise source systems into cloud analytics platforms.
• Build, train, validate, and deploy machine learning models for use cases including spend classification, commodity categorization, and materials de-duplication.
• Develop and maintain medallion-layer data architectures (Bronze/Silver/Gold) to ensure data quality, lineage, and governance.
• Implement agentic AI workflows for multi-step reasoning, classification, and end-to-end procurement tracking use cases.
• Collaborate with functional teams to extract and interpret procurement and materials data, translating business requirements into analytical solutions.
• Register, version, and monitor models through a structured ML lifecycle including development, validation, deployment, and ongoing retraining.
• Build and maintain dashboards and reporting layers that surface actionable insights to business stakeholders.
• Work with cross-functional subject matter experts to analyze supply chain and procurement issues and develop practical, data-driven solutions.
• Perform ad hoc analysis and provide data mining support for business partners.
• Follow Agile/SAFe delivery practices, maintaining backlogs, participating in sprint ceremonies, and producing clear technical documentation.

Required Qualifications

Education: A Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Data Science, Engineering, or a related field is required.

Experience: A minimum of 4 years of combined experience in data science and data engineering is required.

Technical Skills: Proficiency in Python and SQL is required. Candidates must have hands-on experience with at least one major cloud AI/ML platform (AWS, Google Cloud Platform, or Databricks).

Preferred Qualifications

• A Master's Degree in a quantitative discipline.
• Experience with SAP data extraction or ERP-integrated analytics.
• Familiarity with agentic AI frameworks and LLM-based workflow automation.
• Experience in the utility or energy industry.
• Experience with the Agile/SAFe delivery model.

Compensation & Benefits

The anticipated pay range for this position is $75.00 to $79.00 per hour. A comprehensive benefits package is available to eligible employees.

EEO Employer

Apex Systems is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate or allow discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, genetic information, registered domestic partner status, marital status, disability, status as a crime victim, protected veteran status, political affiliation, union membership, or any other characteristic protected by law. Apex will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law. If you have visited our website in search of information on employment opportunities or to apply for a position, and you require an accommodation in using our website for a search or application, please contact our Employee Services Department at or .

Apex Systems is a world-class IT services company that serves thousands of clients across the globe. When you join Apex, you become part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning. We offer quality career resources, training, certifications, development opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in many awards, including ClearlyRated's Best of Staffing in Talent Satisfaction in the United States and Great Place to Work in the United Kingdom and Mexico. Apex uses a virtual recruiter as part of the application process. Click for more details.

Apex Benefits Overview: Apex offers a range of supplemental benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and other insurance plans that offer an optional layer of financial protection. We offer an ESPP (employee stock purchase program) and a 401K program which allows you to contribute typically within 30 days of starting, with a company match after 12 months of tenure. Apex also offers a HSA (Health Savings Account on the HDHP plan), a SupportLinc Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with up to 8 free counseling sessions, a corporate discount savings program and other discounts. In terms of professional development, Apex hosts an on-demand training program, provides access to certification prep and a library of technical and leadership courses/books/seminars once you have 6+ months of tenure, and certification discounts and other perks to associations that include CompTIA and IIBA. Apex has a dedicated customer service team for our Consultants that can address questions around benefits and other resources, as well as a certified Career Coach. You can access a full list of our benefits, programs, support teams and resources within our 'Welcome Packet' as well, which an Apex team member can provide.