Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. BNSF Railway is a major freight railroad whose technology division is transforming the future of freight rail through data and AI. The Senior Staff Data Scientist will lead cross-functional analytics initiatives, develop and deploy advanced machine learning and optimization models, and deliver data-driven solutions for business and transportation challenges. The role also involves stakeholder engagement, data pipeline oversight, visualization, production implementation, and operational support.
Responsibilities
- Lead cross-functional collaboration to identify and define analytic initiatives, formulate strategies, and develop solutions to achieve business goals through effective use of data machine learning models
- Apply data science skills to analyze large, complex datasets and identify meaningful patterns that lead to actionable insights and data-driven solutions to business problems
- Lead the development and deployment of advanced machine learning models to forecast outcomes and optimize workflows
- Engage closely with stakeholders to grasp their requirements and deliver actionable insights that drive strategic decision-making
- Design and present compelling visualizations and reports to effectively communicate analytical findings
- Oversee the maintenance and enhancement of data pipelines to uphold data quality and precision
- Keep abreast of emerging trends and breakthroughs in data science and machine learning fields
- Proficiently extract, aggregate, and transform data from SQL and NoSQL databases, leveraging languages like R, Python, or other relevant tools for analysis and modeling
- Build, test, and validate statistical, and machine learning models and analyses using Python, R, or other appropriate language as part of overall solution development
- Lead implementation of analytic solutions into reporting platforms or production systems by leading the solution design, development, testing, and monitoring
- Demonstrate operational excellence by monitoring, troubleshooting, and resolving production issues, including participating in a 24/7 on-call rotation
Skills
- Minimum 6 years of experience with building optimization algorithms or relevant experience
- Advanced proficiency in programming languages such as Python, R, SQL, and Java
- Demonstrated expertise in utilizing data visualization tools to communicate insights clearly and effectively
- In-depth experience with data science cloud platforms and their integration into business solutions
- Exceptional intellectual curiosity and a proven ability to thrive in a fast-paced, collaborative team environment
- Track record of rapidly acquiring new technical skills and adapting to cutting-edge technologies
- Strong communication skills to articulate technical concepts to diverse audiences with clarity and professionalism
- Deep understanding and application of statistical analysis and advanced machine learning techniques
- Must understand and have proficiency in the core architecture of LLMs (e.g., transformers and attention mechanisms)
- Experience with prompt engineering techniques, including chain-of-thought prompting, Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG), fine-tuning of language models, and evaluation methodologies
- Experience with Vector Databases and embeddings
- Experience with Model Fine-tuning
- Experience with GPU optimization
- This position is open to candidates who are currently authorized to work in the United States
- We are also open to sponsoring H-1B transfers, TN nonimmigrant status, and STEM OPT candidates with at least 2 years of remaining eligibility
- Employees may work from anywhere within the contiguous 48 states of the United States
- Travel is up to 20%
- Preferred Qualifications * Bachelor's degree or higher in Operations Research, Computer Science, Industrial Engineering or a related field
- * Knowledge of geospatial analytics, route optimization, and GIS concepts
- * Previous hands-on experience with AI/Machine Learning frameworks and tools, showcasing innovative solutions
- * Extensive background in Rail, Shipping, Airline, Logistics, Warehousing, Supply Chain, or Transportation industries, or in the High-Tech sector
- * Proficiency in leveraging open-source libraries and frameworks to drive data science initiatives
- * Seasoned in Agile methodologies like Scrum, Kanban, or SAFe for efficient project management and delivery at a senior level
- Bachelor's degree or higher in Operations Research, Computer Science, Industrial Engineering or a related field. Ph.D is a plus
- Knowledge of geospatial analytics, route optimization, and GIS concepts
- Previous hands-on experience with AI/Machine Learning frameworks and tools, showcasing innovative solutions
- Extensive background in Rail, Shipping, Airline, Logistics, Warehousing, Supply Chain, or Transportation industries, or in the High-Tech sector
- Proficiency in leveraging open-source libraries and frameworks to drive data science initiatives
- Seasoned in Agile methodologies like Scrum, Kanban, or SAFe for efficient project management and delivery at a senior level
Benefits
- An industry-leading 401(k) and renowned Railroad Retirement program.
- A range of robust health care options for you and your dependents (including domestic partners), including medical, dental, vision, telemedicine, mental health, cancer support, and high-quality care network options.
- Health care spending accounts (HSA) with employer contributions, as well as life and disability insurance, provided at no cost.
- Family benefits including parental, pediatric and family building support, adoption and surrogacy reimbursement, and dependent care spending account (with employer match).
- Access to discounts on travel, gym memberships, counseling services and wellness support.
- Annual bonus (Incentive Compensation Program)
- Generous leave / time off policies.
- Full-time remote position; employees may work from anywhere within the contiguous 48 states of the United States.
- Travel expenses for business needs will be covered by BNSF.
- Resources and tools to help you reach your full potential.
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