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Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Sponsorship not available.

Our client is seeking a Data Scientist for a remote opportunity.

Role Description

Our client is seeking a highly skilled Data Scientist to drive the adoption of algorithmic decision-making at scale within Group Digital. This role will focus on developing and deploying machine learning models, neural networks, support MLOps practices, to enhance personalization, and automation within our digital products.
You will work closely with data engineers, product teams, and business stakeholders to build scalable data pipelines, CI/CD workflows, and ETL processes. The ideal candidate will have experience in retail, personalization web technologies, and cutting-edge AI methods, including Large Language Models (LLMs), Generative AI, and Knowledge Graphs.

Machine Learning & AI Development
•Develop and optimize predictive and prescriptive models to extract insights and enhance decision-making. Knowledgeable in supervised and unsupervised learning. Apply deep learning and neural network techniques for customer classification and profiling, customer segmentation and personalization.
•Utilize MLOps to efficiently deploy, monitor, and maintain ML models in production.
•Implement and fine-tune Large Language Models (LLMs) and Generative AI solutions for automation and user engagement.
•Explore and integrate knowledge graphs to enhance data relationships and improve AI-driven recommendations.
Data Engineering & Pipelines
•Work with data engineers to design and develop robust data pipelines for large-scale ETL processing using SQL and cloud-based solutions (GCP preferred).
•Write complex SQL queries for extracting, transforming, and loading (ETL) data efficiently. Implement CI/CD workflows to automate model training, deployment, and monitoring.
Collaboration & Agile Development
•Work in an Agile/DevOps environment, collaborating with cross-functional teams to drive data-driven innovation.
•Promote a data-centric culture by educating teams on the strategic importance of AI and analytics.
•Clearly communicate complex methodologies, results, and business insights to both technical and non-technical audiences.

Skills & Requirements

•5+ years of experience in Data Science, Machine Learning, or related fields.
•Strong expertise in Python, SQL, and modern ML frameworks (TensorFlow, PyTorch, Scikit-Learn).
•Experience with MLOps tools (MLflow, Kubeflow, Airflow) for model deployment and monitoring.
•Proficiency in cloud platforms (AWS/GCP) and scalable data engineering.
•Strong understanding of probability theory, statistics, and experimental design (A/B Testing).
•Experience with collaborative software engineering practices (Agile, DevOps).
•Bachelor's or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Mathematics, Engineering, or related field.

•Experience with Knowledge Graphs and their integration into AI/ML pipelines.
•Hands-on experience in LLMs (e.g., GPT, BERT, LLaMA, Claude) and Generative AI technologies.
•Background in Retail and Personalization Web Technologies.
•Understanding of IKEA’s digital ecosystem and data-driven decision-making.
•Proficiency in business intelligence (BI) tools and data visualization.
•Retail industry experience, specifically Production of Consumer Goods

Benefits/Other Compensation

This position is a contract/temporary role where Hays offers you the opportunity to enroll in full medical benefits, dental benefits, vision benefits, 401K and Life Insurance ($20,000 benefit).

Why Hays?

You will be working with a professional recruiter who has intimate knowledge of the industry and market trends. Your Hays recruiter will lead you through a thorough screening process in order to understand your skills, experience, needs, and drivers. You will also get support on resume writing, interview tips, and career planning, so when there’s a position you really want, you’re fully prepared to get it.

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In that regard, we train our staff on ensuring inclusivity throughout the entire recruitment process and counsel our clients on these principles. If you have any questions about Hays or any of our processes, please contact us.

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