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Applied AI Data Scientist

Builds data-driven solutions and machine learning models for client projects and AI alignment research using Python, LLMs, deep learning frameworks like PyTorch/TensorFlow/JAX. Applies statistical ML, causal inference, and agile methods to deliver impactful products.

120k – 220kLos Angeles, CACaliforniaData ScienceRemote

About the role

Required Skills and Experience

  • Fluency in Python
  • Experience with LLM lifecycle: prompt design/engineering, prompting techniques (RAG, few-shot, CoT, etc.), vector databases, multimodality, fine-tuning, and evaluation
  • Proven data science experience: key contributor to impactful projects with real-life outcomes
  • Statistical & causal ML fundamentals: expertise in experimental design, uncertainty quantification, and rigorous model evaluation across tabular, time-series, and foundation-model fine-tuning tasks
  • Deep learning experience: building/training NLP or computer vision models with PyTorch, TensorFlow, or JAX
  • Agile & AI-powered development: run lean Kanban/Scrum cycles and leverage AI-powered tools like Cursor to prototype quickly
  • Growth mindset: embrace challenges, value progress over perfection
  • Self-management: work independently, take ownership
  • Product and UX understanding: deliver seamless, user-friendly experience
  • Effective communication in English

Bonus Points for

  • Self-managed projects: developed from zero and shipped to real users
  • Startup experience
  • Client relationship management
  • Passion for AI alignment

Compensation

  • Salary range: $120K to $220K per year for people based in California
  • Equity in client projects and Skunkworks ventures

Skills

PythonLLMsRAGPyTorchTensorFlowJAXVector DatabasesPrompt EngineeringFine-TuningNLPComputer VisionKanbanScrum

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