Lead Applied Data Scientist - AI/ML Solutions Architect

Pacer Group · Mason, Ohio

FULL TIME

Job Description

Job Title: Lead Applied Data Scientist - AI/ML Solutions Architect

Location

Mason, OH

Work Arrangement: Onsite

Employment Type: Contract

Duration: 12 months

Domain: Technology / Enterprise AI & Data Analytics

Pay Rate: $50.00/hr W2 | $60.00/hr C2C

Application Deadline: Oct 29th 2026

SKILLS REQUIRED

Primary (Must-Have)

Python or R
Machine Learning (scikit-learn, TensorFlow, PyTorch)
Statistical Modeling & Predictive Analytics
Model Deployment & Production Integration

· Feature Engineering & Data Mining

Secondary (Good to Have)

Generative AI & Large Language Models (LLMs)
Azure | Databricks | PySpark | Synapse | Lakehouse Architectures
MLOps | Model Monitoring | Containerization (Docker, Kubernetes)
Agile Cross-Functional Delivery

POSITION OVERVIEW

Seeking a hands-on Applied Data Scientist to lead the design, development, and production deployment of scalable AI/ML solutions. Reporting to the Enterprise Analytics & Technology Leadership team, the consultant will solve complex business challenges by bridging business requirements with data engineering infrastructure to deliver production-ready machine learning models and generative AI prototypes.

ROLES & RESPONSIBILITIES

Partner with cross-functional business and technical stakeholders to define key operational challenges and architect targeted AI/ML solutions.
Perform exploratory data analysis, feature engineering, and predictive statistical modeling to establish baseline performance.
Design, build, validate, and deploy scalable machine learning models into production cloud environments.
Research and prototype emerging technologies, including Generative AI and Large Language Models (LLMs), to build rapid proof-of-concepts.
Oversee continuous MLOps practices, model performance monitoring, feature drift validation, and iterative retraining schedules.

BENEFITS

Medical | Dental | Vision | 401(k)

EEOC Compliance

We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment.

DISCLAIMER

AI Usage Policy: Pacer Group uses AI to assist in screening applications. Final hiring decisions are made by human recruiters based on qualifications and experience.

Company	Pacer Group
Location	Mason, Ohio
Type	FULL TIME
Niche	Full-time

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