Data Scientist_only on W2_only USC/GC

Required Skills • 8+ years of experience in Data Engineering • Strong Python from a programming perspective • Experience with CICD Pipelines • Experience with Containerization using Docker/Kubernetes • GCP cloud experience • Strong communication skills; should be able to collaborate with team members Additional Skills • Experience with Vertex AI/Gemini AI Summary Job Description We are seeking a Data Science Engineer to join a specialized project team consisting of one Data Scientist and one Machine Learning Engineer. This role will focus on building and maintaining production-level data pipelines, implementing cloud solutions, and enabling machine learning workflows at scale. The ideal candidate will have strong expertise in Python, GCP (Google Cloud Platform), CI/CD, Docker/Kubernetes, and Vertex AI, with a proven ability to collaborate effectively in a fast-paced environment. Day-to-Day Responsibilities • Design, develop, and maintain data pipelines for machine learning models using Python and Vertex AI. • Collaborate with Data Scientists and ML Engineers to operationalize propensity models and LLM-based solutions. • Implement GCP/AWS cloud solutions, ensuring security, scalability, and compliance. • Build and manage CI/CD pipelines for automated deployments and testing. • Containerize applications using Docker and orchestrate with Kubernetes. • Monitor data integrity, security, and performance across cloud environments. • Create and manage API endpoints for model integration and data services. • Utilize Q Flow for Vertex AI to streamline ML workflows and pipeline execution. • Ensure production-level code quality and adherence to best practices in software development. Qualifications • 8+ years of experience in Data Engineering or related field. • Strong programming skills in Python, including experience with relevant libraries and frameworks. • Hands-on experience with CI/CD pipelines and automation tools. • Proficiency in containerization using Docker and Kubernetes. • Solid understanding of GCP (preferred) or similar cloud platforms (AWS/Azure). • Familiarity with Vertex AI and ML pipeline orchestration. • Knowledge of data security and monitoring in cloud environments. • Excellent communication and collaboration skills to work closely with cross-functional teams.