Artificial Intelligence Scientist, Principal at Zebra Technologies

Remote Work: Yes

The Artificial Intelligence Scientist on theproduct development team develops our AI suite of products. This team is responsible for building production ready AI products that are optimized for speed, reliability, and scaleusing PySpark and Python. This role is a combination of machine learning software development and machine learning engineering.

This is a remote position.

• Provide thought leadership with novel approaches to solving new and existing business
problems.
• Support the development of new ML techniques and algorithms through data analysis and proofof-concepts.
• Develop production level machine learning software using PySpark and Python
• Convert proof-of-concepts and feature requests into production ready code.
• Optimize and transform existing software for speed, reliability, and scale.
• Integrate state-of-the-art machine learning algorithms as well as the development of new
methods
• Collaborate cross-functionally with data scientists, data engineers, product managers, and other
stakeholders to identify gaps and issues in the AI product suite and propose solutions
• Participate in all phases of the software development lifecycle including design, coding, unit
testing, and documentation for both new and existing pieces of software.
• Mentors, guides, and indirectly leads less experienced Artificial Intelligence Scientist peers
• Drives innovation by fostering open, high energy, collaborative environment; lead participation in
innovation summit and expos, recommend relevant training and conferences for employees to
attend, publish paper and patent disclosures

Note: The statements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being
performed by employees and are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties,
abilities, and skills required of personnel so classified.

• Minimum Education:
o Master’s or Ph.D in mathematics, statistics, computer science, computer engineering,
operations research, or related field
• Minimum Work Experience (years):
o 12+ years experience in data science, machine learning, or software engineering
required.
• Key Skills and Competencies:
o Knowledge of statistical programming techniques and languages (e.g., Python, PySpark)
o Working knowledge of common machine learning and deep learning approaches (e.g.
regression, clustering, classification, dimensionality reduction, supervised and unsupervised techniques, Baysian reasoning, boosting, random forests, deep learning)
and data analysis packages (e.g. scikit-learn, Spark MLlib)
o Prior experience with machine learning packages (e.g. scikit-learn, TensorFlow, Keras,
PyTorch) and/or optimization pachages (e.g. Pyomo)
o Familiarity with time series forecasting
o Retail and CPG industry experience desired
o Experience using cloud computing (e.g. Azure, AWS, Google Cloud Platform)
o Familiarity with large-scale data processing frameworks (e.g. Apache Spark) and
workflow orchestration tools (e.g., MLFlow, Argo)
o Solid understanding of data structures, object-oriented software design, and architecture
o Ability to work independently and take initiative, but also a co-operative team player
• Able to telework? Yes

Come join the herd!

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Zebra Total Rewards includes more than just pay and is structured to meet the needs of our changing global business and evolving talent. We are committed to providing our employees with a benefits program that is comprehensive and competitive – including healthcare, wellness, inclusion networks, and continued learning and development offerings. We offer community service days, in addition to the traditional insurances, compensation, parental leave, employee assistance program and paid time off offerings depending on the country where you work.

Salary: USD 150400.00 - USD 225600.00 Yearly

Salary offered will vary depending on your location, job-related skills, knowledge, and experience.
Additionally, all Zebra roles are eligible for cash incentive programs. For example, sales roles have additional opportunity to earn substantial variable compensation tied to quota achievement. In most other roles, the Zebra annual cash incentive program links Company and individual performance together. Some roles may also be eligible for long-term incentive equity awards.