Senior Data Scientist

WHAT DOES THIS JOB ENTAIL?

The Senior Data Scientist will contribute to the development of Artificial Intelligence driven sensing solutions designed for the food and agriculture sector. The successful individual will immediately contribute to the development and implementation of Artificial Intelligence Platforms that include various machine learning methodologies. The development of machine learning algorithms will include but are not limited to artificial neural networks, deep learning, self / auto learning and SVMs for various customer applications. In addition to this, the Senior Data Scientist should have familiarity with data processing methods including image processing, signal processing and pattern recognition.

WHAT EXACTLY WOULD YOU BE DOING?

• Participate in development of Savormetrics’ Artificial Intelligence Platform,
• Lead the development of machine learning algorithms that include but are not limited to artificial neural networks, deep learning, self / auto learning, SVMs for various customer applications,
• Participate in the development of feature engineering techniques,
• Participate in the design, and implement of analytics software solutions for customers,
• Participate in the design, and implementation of data collection and interpretation software solutions,
• Understand overall customer product requirements and how they relate to AI training and prediction design,
• Use research / customer data sets, develop new algorithms for increased accuracy and efficiency for hardware devices,
• Create, organize, manage and analyse large datasets for R&D and product development,
• Ensure appropriate software platforms are used to complement the hardware for optimal performance, meeting customer requirements,
• Learn customer requirements and rapidly build advanced domain knowledge of the business sectors being focused on,
• Design, execute and report on commercial testing,
• Provide support in development and participation in workshops, conferences and other events, working with internal and external stakeholders,
• Provide second line of support for customer issues,
• Collaborate effectively with all members of the team,
• Fulfill additional work-related duties as required / assigned;
• Demonstrate commitment to professional development.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIRED FOR THIS ROLE

CORE TRAITS YOU MUST HAVE TO BE PART OF OUR TEAM!