**Experienced Full Stack Data Scientist – Conversational AI Development and Operations**

Are you a data science expert with a passion for conversational AI? Do you want to join a dynamic team that's shaping the future of healthcare and retail? Look no further than blithequark, a leading healthcare and retail company that's dedicated to making a positive impact on people's lives. At blithequark, we're on a mission to revolutionize the way people interact with our services. We're looking for an experienced full stack data scientist to join our team and help us develop and operate our conversational AI solutions. As a key member of our team, you'll have the opportunity to work on cutting-edge projects, collaborate with talented professionals, and make a real difference in people's lives. **About blithequark** blithequark is a leading healthcare and retail company that's committed to making a positive impact on people's lives. With a rich history dating back to 1901, we've grown from a small food front store in Chicago to a global company with over 9,000 stores across America, Puerto Rico, and the U.S. Virgin Islands. Our mission is to make more happy lives through better health, and we're dedicated to delivering exceptional customer experiences through our omnichannel platforms. **Job Summary** As an experienced full stack data scientist, you'll be responsible for developing and operating our conversational AI solutions. You'll work closely with our team to design, implement, and deploy AI models that drive business outcomes and improve customer experiences. Your expertise will be essential in driving the coordination and democratization of new technologies that acquire speed and productivity in information analysis methods. **Key Responsibilities** * Drives the coordination and democratization of new technologies that acquire speed and productivity in information analysis methods * Enhances models for deployment on cloud platforms and embedded systems * Plans and develops AI models using the latest advancements, with a focus on healthcare-related knowledge * Works on NLP and AI engineering design, testing, QA, and improving existing AI models * Maintains model variants and metadata * Develops production-level code for AI infrastructure (data pipelines, testing frameworks, model management, MLOPS) * Upgrades models for execution and versatility (for better latency and throughput) * Monitors model performance, maintenance, and investigation * Designs and validates ideas for testing the latest AI and NLP, voice handling advancements. Performs A/B testing of candidate models * Collaborates with developers and data scientists to integrate ML models into production systems on the cloud and in embedded systems * Stays up-to-date with the latest advancements in AI and related fields * Supports all initiatives in the Center of Excellence and contributes to high-impact projects * Executes effective training methodologies and incorporates models into production systems **Essential Qualifications** * Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Linguistics, or Cognitive Science * At least 2 years of experience in speech recognition, or High School diploma/GED and at least 5 years of experience in speech recognition * 2+ years of industry experience in AI and NLP * Mastery in programming languages such as SQL, Python, deep learning, PyTorch, TensorFlow * Experience in automated deployment of trained AI models on cloud platforms * Experience in speech handling, NLP, voice-to-text handling, speaker ID, speech sentiment handling, and interpretation * At least 1 year of direct leadership, indirect leadership, or cross-functional team leadership experience * Ability to travel up to/no less than 10% of the ideal time for business purposes (within state and out of state) **Preferred Qualifications** * Master's degree, Graduate degree, or Ph.D. in Computer Science, Linguistics, or Cognitive Science * Experience in research, representation, and interpretation of model results * Experience with subtlety speech recognition software, speech fusion software, and voice biometrics software * Working experience with cloud platforms like Azure and Google Cloud/Google Cloud Platform. MLOps-related experience for production workflow * Familiarity or near-conversance in Spanish * Experience in retail or healthcare industry * Team management experience **Work Environment and Culture** At blithequark, we're committed to creating a work environment that's inclusive, diverse, and supportive. We believe in fostering a culture that encourages collaboration, innovation, and growth. Our team is passionate about making a positive impact on people's lives, and we're looking for like-minded individuals to join us on this journey. **Compensation and Benefits** We offer a competitive salary range of $35-$40 per year, plus a comprehensive benefits package that includes health insurance, retirement savings, and paid time off. We're an equal opportunity employer, and we welcome applications from diverse candidates. **How to Apply** If you're a motivated and experienced data scientist with a passion for conversational AI, we'd love to hear from you. Please submit your application through our website, including your resume, cover letter, and any relevant documents. We can't wait to hear from you! Apply Now! Apply for this job