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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Principal Data Scientist - **Company:** iCIMS - **Location:** Boston, MA, United States - **Salary:** $175,000.0 - $190,000.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Artificial Intelligence, Application Frameworks, Python (Programming Language), Machine Learning, Tensorflow, Software Deployment, Reinforcement Learning, Deep Learning, Generative AI, Information Technology, ICIMS, Machine Learning Operations - **Published:** August 16, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.jofdav.com/jobs/59273988-principal-data-scientist ## About the Role * PhD degree in a STEM field, or MS degree and equivalent, recognized expertise in Data Science, Computer Science, Statistics, or a related field. * Minimum, cumulative GPA of 3.00 for all degrees earned * 12+ years of experience in data science, machine learning, and AI with sustained, enterprise-level impact * Proven leadership track record leading teams and projects, coordinating across functions, and driving execution from concept through delivery. * Deep expertise in advanced machine learning, AI systems, and large-scale production deployments * Proven ability to influence strategy and technical direction across multiple organizations * Exceptional communication skills, including executive-level technical storytelling * Proficiency in Python, R, or Scala, and deep experience with modern ML frameworks and cloud platforms * Expert in large-scale cloud deployment of ML/AI models * Expert in MLOps, * Recognized thought leadership in applied data science or AI * Background in IoT, embedded systems, or intelligent devices * Experience contributing to patents, publications, or industry standards ## Description At Lutron, we are transforming how people experience light through intelligent, connected lighting devices and systems. We are looking for extraordinary and world-class people that are outstanding in both strategic and practical areas. As a Principal Data Scientist, you will deliver impact through data science, ML, and AI by working with the functional teams to develop and execute the technical vision for data science and AI across the company, and you will help to build the organization. You will lead the most complex and high-impact initiatives, influence company-wide strategy, and establish standards and foundational capabilities that enable Lutron's next generation of intelligent products and services., * Execute multi-year, company-wide data science and AI initiatives with significant business and product impact. Move the company forward and show progress. * Apply your problem-solving skills to address highly complex, ambiguous problems that span multiple domains and organizations * Architect and deploy scalable machine learning and AI systems that serve as foundational platforms for multiple teams * Partner with senior engineering, product, and business leaders to shape and execute Lutron's Data & AI strategy * Identify, evaluate, and incubate emerging technologies such as generative AI, reinforcement learning, and edge AI * Establish best practices and standards for MLOps, responsible AI, model governance, and technical excellence * Mentor and develop senior and staff-level data scientists and technical leaders * Represent Lutron as a technical authority in data science and AI, both internally and externally * Drive creation of reusable frameworks, platforms, and intellectual property ## Related Videos - [Getting Started with Machine Learning](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/260-getting-started-with-machine-learning) - [Data Science in Retail](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/586-data-science-in-retail) - [Machine learning in the browser with TensorFlowjs](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/155-machine-learning-in-the-browser-with-tensorflowjs) - [Alibaba Big Data and Machine Learning Technology](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/37-alibaba-big-data-and-machine-learning-technology) - [30 Golden Rules of Deep Learning Performance](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/11-30-golden-rules-of-deep-learning-performance) - [How We Built a Machine Learning-Based Recommendation System (And Survived to Tell the Tale)](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/752-how-we-built-a-machine-learning-based-recommendation-system-and-survived-to-tell-the-tale) ## Related Articles - [How to Become an AI Engineer](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/331-how-to-become-an-ai-engineer) - [What Industries Outside of AI Are Hiring The Most AI Experts?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/98-what-industries-outside-of-ai-are-hiring-the-most-ai-experts) - [Coffee with Developers - Maria Apazoglou - Making AI understandable for all in production](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/475-coffee-with-developers-maria-apazoglou-making-ai-understandable-for-all-in-production) - [MLOps – What’s the deal behind it?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/125-mlops-what-s-the-deal-behind-it) - [Navigating the AI Shift](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/629-navigating-the-ai-shift) - [Got AI ideas but no money? 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