Job Description

THE OPPORTUNITY

XGS (XGS.ai) is a rapidly growing developer of AI FinTech solutions for M&A and Operations. With a global presence, we work with corporate and private equity clients on complex decisions that involve strong analysis, extensive modeling, and advanced data analytics across a wide variety of industries and business functions.

THE ROLE

This is a unique opportunity for a Senior Data Scientist who wishes to work in the intersection of a product focused and consulting services company. The primary responsibilities of the role will be to build statistical, ML, and AI software modules working alongside product managers, software engineers and designers. The new Data Scientist will also be working side-by-side with consultants and senior finance and tech executives providing principled ways of leveraging data to answer key business questions, and turn data discoveries and processes to operational capabilities.

The Data Scientist will:

Identify business trends and problems through complex data analysis.

Interpret results from multiple sources using a variety of techniques, ranging from simple data aggregation to complex data mining.

Prepare data, implement data models and develop databases to support business solutions.

Develop novel ways to help business partners achieve objectives through analysis and modelling

Utilize machine learning to create repeatable, dynamic, and scalable models

Identify and develop long-term Data Science processes, frameworks, tools, and standards

Qualifications and Expertise

While we’re looking for some specific experiences and skill-sets, nothing is more important than a strong work-ethic, resilience in the face of change, and a passion for learning and creating. 

Requirements:

Bachelor’s degree in Data Science, Computer Science, Engineering, Math, Statistics, Physics or related field

Masters in Machine Learning or Data science

5+ years of working experience in applying ML, Statistics, or AI

Machine Learning Experience

Deep expertise in any of the following: Time-Series Modelling, Optimization, Pricing,
Deep Neural Networks, Natural Language Processing (NLP) or Retrieval Augmented Generation (RAG) applications

Experience in development and deployment of Machine learning models into production-grade applications

Software and Technology Experience

Strong Python, PySpark and SQL skills

Experience in using version control software (Git, Azure DevOps)

Soft Skills

Ability to define agenda for data science projects, frame business questions into analytical plans (e.g. assess data needs, prepare data and create features, develop and evaluate ML models) and execute.

Strong communication
and presentation skills to deliver insights to senior management and ability to articulate findings in a clear, concise and visually appealing manner.

Location

Dublin, Dublin (Hybrid)

Employment Type

Full-Time