Sr Data Scientist - Applied AI

Kansas City National Security Campus
Overland Park, United States of America
3 days ago

Role details

Contract type
Permanent contract
Employment type
Full-time (> 32 hours)
Working hours
Regular working hours
Languages
English
Experience level
Senior

Job location

Remote
Overland Park, United States of America

Tech stack

Java
JavaScript
Artificial Intelligence
Amazon Web Services (AWS)
Automation of Tests
Azure
Big Data
Business Software
C++
Databases
Continuous Delivery
Continuous Integration
Query Languages
Distributed Data Store
Python
Machine Learning
Natural Language Processing
Runbook
SQL Databases
Systems Architecture
User-Centered Design
Large Language Models
Spark
Generative AI
Backend
Integration Tests
Low Latency
Kafka
Front End Software Development
REST
Software Version Control
Data Pipelines
Programming Languages

Job description

SummaryThe Sr Data Scientist - Applied AI role leads moderately complex end-to-end design, development, operationalization, and ongoing support of advanced artificial intelligence solutions for manufacturing or business applications, ensuring models are scalable, reliable, and seamlessly integrated into frontend and backend systems. Duties and Responsibilities Lead the development of AI/ML models and algorithms using disciplined software-engineering practices, including version control, automated testing, and thorough documentation. Lead teams to design, build, and maintain production-grade pipelines for model training, validation, deployment, and monitoring, applying CI/CD and containerization principles. Architect and expose model inference services via robust APIs, integrating them with stakeholder applications and user interfaces. Optimize model performance for latency, throughput, and resource utilization to meet real-time manufacturing or business requirements. Collaborate with multiple stakeholders to translate business needs into AI system specifications, define service-level objectives, and provide technical guidance to data-science partners. Mentor and support continuous improvement of other engineers, scientists, and interns.

Requirements

At least five years relevant experience in data science or related technical activities. BS in engineering from ABET accredited institution or Bachelor of Science degree in data science or related field, OR two additional years of relevant experience. Ability to travel as determined by the needs of the business. Ability to work remote, hybrid, or on-site as directed by management and is determined by the needs of the business. Regular and reliable attendance is an essential function of this job. United States Citizenship. Ability to obtain and maintain, if required for position, a U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) security clearance (some positions require additional DOE designations). We Value Experience leading a technical team to deliver business or manufacturing focused solutions. Ability to grasp complex technical and business problems, prioritize tasks, and devise innovative, production-ready AI solutions that align with manufacturing or enterprise objectives. Expert-level proficiency in a modern programming language (e.g., JavaScript, Python, Java, C++) and strong command of database/query languages (e.g., SQL) for building scalable data pipelines and services. Demonstrated software-engineering discipline: version control, unit/integration testing, continuous integration-continuous deployment (CI/CD), and documentation of code and system architecture. Strong communication skills (verbal, written, presentation) to convey technical concepts to stakeholders, collaborate with cross-functional teams, and produce clear technical specifications and run-books. Deep knowledge of machine-learning and deep-learning concepts, including model design, training, evaluation, and optimization for performance, latency, and Familiarity with distributed data-processing frameworks and big-data ecosystems (e.g., Spark, Kafka) to support high-throughput training and real-time inference pipelines. Proven ability to create actionable visualizations or dashboards that show model performance, data quality, and operational metrics for end-users and decision-makers. Hands-on experience deploying AI applications on cloud platforms such as Azure or AWS. Expert understanding of Large Language Models (LLMs), Natural Language Processing (NLP), and Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG). This job description/job posting is not all inclusive and other duties may be assigned.

Benefits & conditions

We are focused on attracting, hiring and retaining talented people who power our mission. Our robust total rewards package recognizes performance, fuels development and supports flexibility. Key features include:

Medical, dental and vision insurance

Health Savings Account (HSA)

Industry leading 401(k) match

Generous paid time off

Flexible work schedule

Tuition Reimbursement

About the company

The Kansas City National Security Campus (KCNSC), managed and operated by Honeywell Federal Manufacturing & Technologies, is a premier advanced manufacturing facility that supports the safety, security, reliability and effectiveness of our nation's nuclear deterrent. With nearly 7,000 employees combined in Kansas City, Missouri, and Albuquerque, New Mexico, KCNSC protects our nation and allies by producing trusted national security products and services for the U.S. Department of Energy's National Nuclear Security Administration. We create innovative solutions to complex national security challenges, and lead with accountability, collaboration and an unwavering dedication to our mission and core values. Are you ready to do work that matters?

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