Citizens ยท 2 months ago
Principal Data Scientist- Generative AI
WESTWOOD, MA
Full-time
Hybrid
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
7+ years expCitizens is a bank that is seeking a Principal Data Scientist to lead the strategic application of Generative AI across the organization. The role involves leveraging Large Language Models to drive innovation and improve operational efficiency while mentoring junior data scientists and guiding the integration of AI technologies into business processes.
Information Technology & Services
Responsibilities
Lead the design and implementation of solutions using LLMs and Generative AI tools for complex workflows and processes
Partner with business, risk, compliance, and technology teams to identify high-impact use cases and ensure responsible AI deployment
Guide data preparation efforts, including sourcing, cleaning, and structuring data for LLM input and evaluation
Evaluate model performance, conduct error analysis, and iterate on prompt engineering and fine-tuning strategies where applicable
Stay ahead of emerging trends in Generative AI and NLP, and assess their relevance to banking applications
Mentor junior data scientists and contribute to the development of best practices for AI adoption across the organization
Communicate technical concepts and findings clearly to executive stakeholders, regulators, and cross-functional teams
Qualification
Required
7+ years of experience in data science, machine learning, or applied AI
Proven experience applying Generative AI and LLMs in production or pilot environments
Strong proficiency in Python and experience with NLP libraries and frameworks (e.g., LangChain, Autogen, Strands, etc.)
Deep understanding of NLP techniques and their practical applications
Experience working with unstructured data and integrating AI solutions into business workflows
Strong communication and leadership skills, including technical writing and stakeholder engagement
Master's or Ph.D. in Computer Science, Mathematics, Statistics, or a related field
Preferred
Experience with prompt engineering, model evaluation, and LLM orchestration
Familiarity with cloud platforms and MLOps tools
Experience interacting with model validation teams and regulators
Company
Citizens
Citizens is a mobile app that encourages and empowers polite and responsible citizenship through technology and mutual accountability.
2-10 employees
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