Senior Applied Scientist, Machine Learning

Experience: 8+ years of expertise in Applied AI & ML, complemented by at least 3 years of technical leadership experience mentoring machine learning scientists in technical capacities.

-Mandatory Qualification: Proven track record in at least one of the following: implementing AI/ML-based personalized messaging techniques to enhance consumer/customer product experiences; developing AI/ML-based dynamic pricing and personalized offer strategies for pricing optimization; or creating customer/consumer churn and propensity models specifically for digital subscription use cases

-Technical Expertise: Deep proficiency in classical ML and deep learning techniques (e.g., XGBoost, Random Forest, SVMs, deep neural networks), autoencoders, representation learning, and deep recommender system techniques, as well as reinforcement learning methods (contextual bandits, SARSA, Q-learning). Strong programming skills in Python, SQL, and ML frameworks.

-Tooling & Libraries: Proficient with ML libraries such as PyTorch and Scikit-learn, with a strong background in feature engineering, model validation, and evaluation metrics.

-Mathematical Foundations: Solid understanding of the mathematical and statistical principles underpinning ML algorithms (linear algebra, calculus, probability) and a passion for solving complex problems through research and application of emerging techniques.

-Communication & Collaboration: Excellent communicator who can distill complex ML concepts for both technical and non-technical stakeholders and collaborate effectively across cross-functional teams to align ML models with business goals.

Insight Global is seeking a Senior Applied Scientist, Machine Learning to sit hybrid at a Cybersecurity client in Frisco, Texas. you will lead the end-to-end development and deployment of high-impact ML models across fraud detection, dynamic pricing, journey optimization, and contextual recommendation systems. You’ll design and execute experimentation frameworks, champion GenAI tooling adoption to accelerate development, and apply advanced techniques, including deep learning and reinforcement learning.

(This role can pay $200,000-$215,000 based on years of experience).