Data Scientist

Title: Data Scientist
Location: Weston, FL 33326 (Hybrid)
Employment Type: W2 Contract through December 2025 (No C2C or sponsorship available)

Job Description:
Talent Groups is seeking a Data Scientist for a contract opportunity based in Weston, FL. This is a hands-on role supporting strategic AI/ML initiatives while working closely with cross-functional teams in Sales, Marketing, Customer Success, and Product Development. The ideal candidate will have deep technical expertise in machine learning, strong Python skills, and the ability to collaborate effectively within a data science team to solve complex business problems.

Key Qualifications:

• Master s degree in Data Science, Computer Science, Statistics, or a related field
• 7+ years of experience in data science with a proven track record of deploying ML models
• Proficiency in Python (required); experience with R is a plus
• Strong background in building ML solutions and collaborating with engineering teams
• In-depth knowledge of ML frameworks such as TensorFlow, PyTorch, or scikit-learn
• Advanced SQL skills; experience with both relational and NoSQL databases
• Hands-on experience with cloud platforms (Google Cloud Platform preferred; AWS or Azure acceptable)
• Familiarity with tools like Vertex AI, BigQuery, SageMaker, Redshift, or Azure ML Studio
• Solid understanding of statistical analysis, including hypothesis testing and data modeling
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to explain technical concepts to non-technical audiences
• Experience working in Agile/Scrum environments
• Demonstrated leadership and mentorship experience within data science teams
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a focus on business impact

Bonus Points For:

• Experience with Generative AI, Large Language Models (LLMs), NLP/NLU, or Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG)
• Prior experience in a SaaS product environment

Talent Groups is an Equal Opportunity Employer.