Senior Data Scientist

Job Details

Senior Data Scientist – GenAI (Contract)
Location: Dublin (Hybrid)
Duration: 6 months (Strong likelihood of extension)

We are seeking an experienced Senior Data Scientist to join a leading AI Software House in Ireland you will be working on a high-impact project developing a next-generation procurement system. This is an exciting opportunity to apply your expertise in AI and GenAI within a fast-paced, production-focused environment.

Key Responsibilities

  • Lead the design, development, and deployment of AI solutions in a production setting.
  • Build and optimise machine learning models, with a focus on large-scale datasets and GenAI applications.
  • Collaborate closely with data engineering, product, and customer stakeholders to deliver actionable solutions.
  • Apply strong data science methodologies across the full lifecycle: requirements, design, implementation, testing, deployment, and reporting.
  • Leverage Databricks for scalable model development and deployment.

About You

  • 8+ years’ experience as a Data Scientist with a strong record of implementing AI in production systems.
  • Ideally 1+ year experience in GenAI (LLMs, RAG, or related applications).
  • Solid experience with Databricks (heavily prioritised).
  • Excellent communicator, able to engage both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
  • Strong background in Python (pandas, numpy, scikit-learn, scipy) and modern ML techniques.
  • Proven ability to work independently while collaborating in cross-functional teams.

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