Job Title: Data Scientist (Applied Machine Learning)
Location: Varies by client
Employment Type: Contract, Contract To Hire and Full Time
Pay: Commensurate with experience
Job Overview:
FOCUSPOINT is seeking experienced Data Scientists for our client base.
Our clients, leading innovators, are seeking a highly skilled Data Scientists with a focuses on Applied Machine Learning to join their dynamic teams. These is a high-impact roles where you'll translate complex data into actionable insights, build scalable ML models, and directly influence product development and strategic decision-making.
As a staffing partner, we’re looking for candidates who thrive in fast-paced environments, bring deep technical expertise, and are passionate about solving real-world problems with machine learning.
We’re actively sourcing candidates who combine strong analytical rigor with practical problem-solving and communication skills. If you enjoy turning patterns into strategy and are ready to leverage your data expertise to drive real-world outcomes, we want to hear from you.
Core Responsibilities:
- Design, develop, and deploy machine learning models for production use
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams (engineering, product, analytics) to identify opportunities for ML-driven solutions
- Conduct exploratory data analysis and feature engineering on structured and unstructured datasets
- Optimize model performance and scalability using best practices in ML engineering
- Communicate findings and model outcomes to technical and non-technical stakeholders
- Stay current with advancements in ML algorithms, frameworks, and tools
Required Skills and Experience:
- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Statistics, Mathematics, or related field (PhD preferred for research-heavy roles)
- 3+ years of experience in applied machine learning or data science roles
- Proficiency in Python and ML libraries (e.g., scikit-learn, TensorFlow, PyTorch)
- Strong understanding of supervised and unsupervised learning, deep learning, and model evaluation techniques
- Experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) and data pipeline tools
- Excellent communication and problem-solving skills
Preferred Skills
- Experience with NLP, computer vision, or time-series modeling
- Familiarity with MLOps tools and CI/CD workflows
- Background in deploying models in real-time systems or edge environments
- Contributions to open-source ML projects or publications in peer-reviewed journals
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Vision insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Disability insurance
Why Work With Us
As a trusted staffing partner, we offer:
- Direct access to top-tier companies and cutting-edge projects
- Personalized career guidance and interview coaching
- Competitive compensation packages and benefits
- Opportunities for long-term placement and career growth
About FOCUSPOINT:
FOCUSPOINT specializes in connecting top-tier professionals with exceptional opportunities in accounting, technology, healthcare, and leadership. We prioritize building meaningful connections, ensuring candidates find roles that align with their skills, goals, and passions.