Data Scientist with Python and LLM – W2 contract only Location : Sunnyvale, CA – Onsite- Local or Near by
Role summary
We are seeking a Data Scientist with expertise in Python and Large Language Models (LLMs) for a W2 contract role in Sunnyvale, CA. The position is onsite and requires local or nearby candidates. The role involves designing, developing, and deploying statistical models and ML algorithms, conducting exploratory data analysis, and building forecasting models. A key aspect will be serving as a data steward, defining data governance standards, and building AI agents to automate analytical workflows. The ideal candidate will have 5+ years of experience in data science, data engineering, or analytics, with at least 2 years in retail or consumer goods. Strong proficiency in SQL and Python is essential, along with practical experience in building LLM-powered applications and data governance practices. Familiarity with causal inference, experiment design, data pipelines, and knowledge graph technologies is preferred.
Title : Data Scientist with Python and LLM – W2 contract only
Location : Sunnyvale, CA – Onsite- Local or Near By
Key Responsibilities:
Data Science & Analytics:
Have familiarity with designing, developing and deploying statistical models, machine learning algorithms, and analytical framework to support channel business decisions
Have hands on experience in conducting exploratory data analysis to surface insights on sales performance, inventory
Have familiarity with building an maintaining forecasting models
Translate complex analytical outputs in clear, actionable recommendations for business audience
Data Governance & Metric Definition:
Serve as the data steward for key data domains owning definitions, lineage and quality standards
Develop an maintain data dictionaries, business glossaries and lineage documentation
Define and monitor data quality riles, triage and resolve data issues in partnership with engineering
Ensure AI outputs and agent generated content are traceable back to governed, trusted data sources
Design, build and deploy AI agents that automate recurring analytical workflow in data governance
What You’ll bring
Required
5+ years of experience across data science, data engineering, or analytics — with at least 2 years in a retail or consumer goods environment
Strong proficiency in SQL and Python (pandas, scikit-learn, statsmodels, or similar)
Familiarity with causal inference methods and experiment design
Familiarity with building and maintaining data pipelines (Airflow, dbt, Spark, or similar)
Practical experience building or deploying AI agents or LLM-powered applications
Familiarity with knowledge graph technologies (RDF, property graphs, Neo4j)
Experience with data governance practices — data quality, metadata management, or data stewardship
Ability to communicate complex findings clearly to non-technical stakeholders
Have a Great Day!
Warm Regards,
Mohit Mittal
Lead Recruiter
Contact Details: 609-629-2040
**Email:
mohit.mittal@applabsystems.com**
4365 Route 1 South,
Suite 105
Princeton, NJ 08540
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