City/State Virginia Beach, VA Work Shift Multiple shifts available Overview: Sentara is hiring a Senior MLOps & Generative AI Engineer! This position is fully remote! Candidates must reside in one of the following states: Alabama, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Idaho, Indiana, Kansas, Louisiana, Maine, Maryland, Minnesota, Nebraska, Nevada, New Hampshire, North Dakota, Ohio, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Washington, West Virginia, Wisconsin, or Wyoming. Overview We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior MLOps & Generative AI Engineer to join our growing AI organization and help advance current and future initiatives applying machine learning, deep learning, NLP, and Generative AI technologies to improve healthcare outcomes and operational excellence. This role combines two critical focus areas: MLOps Engineering - building and scaling enterprise-grade ML infrastructure, deployment pipelines, observability, governance, and automation capabilities. Generative AI Engineering - designing, architecting, deploying, and optimizing secure, production-ready GenAI applications and platforms leveraging LLMs, RAG architectures, vector databases, prompt orchestration, and AI evaluation frameworks. As a Senior Engineer, you will partner closely with AI Scientists, Data Engineers, Software Engineers, Architects, and Product teams to operationalize AI/ML and Generative AI solutions at enterprise scale. You will play a key role in shaping the organization's AI platform strategy, driving best practices, and delivering scalable, secure, and reliable AI systems in production healthcare environments. Key Responsibilities MLOps Engineering Responsibilities Design, build, and maintain scalable ML infrastructure and pipelines supporting model training, deployment, monitoring, governance, and lifecycle management. Develop and optimize CI/CD pipelines for machine learning and AI workloads across development, staging, and production environments. Build reusable ML platform capabilities including feature stores, model registries, experimentation frameworks, artifact management, and deployment automation. Implement scalable orchestration and workflow solutions for batch and real-time ML inference workloads. Create robust monitoring systems to measure model performance, detect model drift, monitor data quality, and ensure production reliability. Develop automation tools and self-service capabilities to improve the efficiency, scalability, and reliability of MLOps processes. Collaborate with Data Scientists and Software Engineers to streamline the ML lifecycle from experimentation through enterprise production deployment. Apply software engineering best practices to AI/ML systems including testing, observability, resiliency, security, versioning, and infrastructure-as-code. Identify gaps and improvement opportunities within the organization's ML platform ecosystem and architect scalable solutions to address them. Support enterprise AI governance, compliance, auditability, and model risk management requirements. Ensure platform scalability, reliability, security, and operational excellence across AI/ML systems. Generative AI Engineering Responsibilities Lead the architecture, design, and deployment of enterprise Generative AI solutions leveraging LLMs, foundation models, and agentic AI systems. Design and implement Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG) pipelines using vector databases, embeddings, semantic search, reranking, and retrieval optimization strategies. Build scalable LLM orchestration frameworks using technologies such as LangChain, LlamaIndex, Semantic Kernel, or equivalent frameworks. Develop advanced prompt engineering strategies, prompt chaining, context management, and agent workflows to improve LLM accuracy and reliability. Evaluate and implement fine-tuning, parameter-efficient tuning, and prompt-based optimization approaches for domain-specific use cases. Build AI evaluation and benchmarking frameworks to measure hallucination rates, response quality, grounding accuracy, toxicity, bias, latency, and business performance metrics. Implement AI safety guardrails, governance controls, content filtering, and responsible AI practices for enterprise healthcare environments. Design scalable GenAI APIs and microservices supporting high-throughput enterprise AI applications. Optimize GenAI systems for cost, latency, throughput, and inference performance across cloud and hybrid environments. Integrate enterprise data sources, healthcare systems, and knowledge repositories into secure GenAI workflows. Research and evaluate emerging GenAI technologies, open-source frameworks, and foundation models to drive innovation and continuous improvement. Develop architecture diagrams, technical roadmaps, implementation strategies, and executive-level documentation for enterprise AI initiatives. Collaborate with cybersecurity, compliance, and infrastructure teams to ensure secure and compliant deployment of GenAI solutions involving PHI and sensitive healthcare data. Contribute to the development of AI platform standards, reusable GenAI accelerators, templates, and engineering best practices. Required Qualifications 5+ years of experience building and deploying production software, ML systems, or AI platforms. 1+ years of hands-on experience building production Generative AI or LLM-based applications. Strong programming skills in Python and experience with software engineering best practices. Experience with major deep learning and LLM frameworks such as PyTorch, Hugging Face Transformers, TensorFlow, or equivalent. Hands-on experience implementing RAG architectures, vector search, embeddings, prompt engineering, and LLM orchestration frameworks. Experience with vector databases such as Pinecone, Weaviate, Chroma, FAISS, Milvus, or equivalent technologies. Experience deploying AI/ML systems in cloud environments including AWS, Azure, or GCP. Strong understanding of APIs, distributed systems, microservices, and scalable backend architectures. Experience with Kubernetes, containerization, orchestration, and cloud-native infrastructure. Experience implementing CI/CD pipelines, infrastructure automation, and MLOps best practices. Experience building monitoring, observability, and alerting solutions for ML and AI systems. Strong understanding of AI/ML lifecycle management, governance, model versioning, and production operations. Experience designing secure, scalable, production-ready AI platforms and services. Strong communication and collaboration skills with the ability to work across technical and business teams. Preferred Qualifications Previous experience implementing Generative AI and MLOps solutions within healthcare environments. Experience working with EPIC or healthcare interoperability platforms. Understanding of HIPAA, PHI handling, healthcare compliance, and responsible AI practices. Experience with AI governance frameworks, LLM evaluation methodologies, and AI safety tooling. Experience with GPU infrastructure optimization and scalable inference architectures. Familiarity with multi-agent AI systems and autonomous workflows. Experience with event-driven architectures, streaming pipelines, and real-time inference systems. Exposure to model fine-tuning techniques including LoRA, PEFT, RLHF, or domain adaptation strategies. Experience with enterprise AI platform architecture and internal developer platforms. Prior experience mentoring engineers and leading technical initiatives. Education 5+ years of relevant experience with a degree (Required) or 7+ years of relevant experience without a degree (Required) Experience in lieu of Bachelor's Degree. Certification/Licensure No specific certification or licensure requirements Experience 5 to 7 years of relevant experience We provide market-competitive compensation packages, inclusive of base pay, incentives, and benefits. The base pay rate for Full Time employment is: $91,416.00 - $152,380.80. Additional compensation may be available for this role such as shift differentials, standby/on-call, overtime, premiums, extra shift incentives, or bonus opportunities. Benefits: Caring For Your Family and Your Career • Medical, Dental, Vision plans • Adoption, Fertility and Surrogacy Reimbursement up to $10,000 • Paid Time Off and Sick Leave • Paid Parental & Family Caregiver Leave • Emergency Backup Care • Long-Term, Short-Term Disability, and Critical Illness plans • Life Insurance • 401k/403B with Employer Match • Tuition Assistance - $5,250/year and discounted educational opportunities through Guild Education • Student Debt Pay Down - $10,000 • Reimbursement for certifications and free access to complete CEUs and professional development •Pet Insurance •Legal Resources Plan . click apply for full job details
08/05/2026
Full time
City/State Virginia Beach, VA Work Shift Multiple shifts available Overview: Sentara is hiring a Senior MLOps & Generative AI Engineer! This position is fully remote! Candidates must reside in one of the following states: Alabama, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Idaho, Indiana, Kansas, Louisiana, Maine, Maryland, Minnesota, Nebraska, Nevada, New Hampshire, North Dakota, Ohio, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Washington, West Virginia, Wisconsin, or Wyoming. Overview We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior MLOps & Generative AI Engineer to join our growing AI organization and help advance current and future initiatives applying machine learning, deep learning, NLP, and Generative AI technologies to improve healthcare outcomes and operational excellence. This role combines two critical focus areas: MLOps Engineering - building and scaling enterprise-grade ML infrastructure, deployment pipelines, observability, governance, and automation capabilities. Generative AI Engineering - designing, architecting, deploying, and optimizing secure, production-ready GenAI applications and platforms leveraging LLMs, RAG architectures, vector databases, prompt orchestration, and AI evaluation frameworks. As a Senior Engineer, you will partner closely with AI Scientists, Data Engineers, Software Engineers, Architects, and Product teams to operationalize AI/ML and Generative AI solutions at enterprise scale. You will play a key role in shaping the organization's AI platform strategy, driving best practices, and delivering scalable, secure, and reliable AI systems in production healthcare environments. Key Responsibilities MLOps Engineering Responsibilities Design, build, and maintain scalable ML infrastructure and pipelines supporting model training, deployment, monitoring, governance, and lifecycle management. Develop and optimize CI/CD pipelines for machine learning and AI workloads across development, staging, and production environments. Build reusable ML platform capabilities including feature stores, model registries, experimentation frameworks, artifact management, and deployment automation. Implement scalable orchestration and workflow solutions for batch and real-time ML inference workloads. Create robust monitoring systems to measure model performance, detect model drift, monitor data quality, and ensure production reliability. Develop automation tools and self-service capabilities to improve the efficiency, scalability, and reliability of MLOps processes. Collaborate with Data Scientists and Software Engineers to streamline the ML lifecycle from experimentation through enterprise production deployment. Apply software engineering best practices to AI/ML systems including testing, observability, resiliency, security, versioning, and infrastructure-as-code. Identify gaps and improvement opportunities within the organization's ML platform ecosystem and architect scalable solutions to address them. Support enterprise AI governance, compliance, auditability, and model risk management requirements. Ensure platform scalability, reliability, security, and operational excellence across AI/ML systems. Generative AI Engineering Responsibilities Lead the architecture, design, and deployment of enterprise Generative AI solutions leveraging LLMs, foundation models, and agentic AI systems. Design and implement Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG) pipelines using vector databases, embeddings, semantic search, reranking, and retrieval optimization strategies. Build scalable LLM orchestration frameworks using technologies such as LangChain, LlamaIndex, Semantic Kernel, or equivalent frameworks. Develop advanced prompt engineering strategies, prompt chaining, context management, and agent workflows to improve LLM accuracy and reliability. Evaluate and implement fine-tuning, parameter-efficient tuning, and prompt-based optimization approaches for domain-specific use cases. Build AI evaluation and benchmarking frameworks to measure hallucination rates, response quality, grounding accuracy, toxicity, bias, latency, and business performance metrics. Implement AI safety guardrails, governance controls, content filtering, and responsible AI practices for enterprise healthcare environments. Design scalable GenAI APIs and microservices supporting high-throughput enterprise AI applications. Optimize GenAI systems for cost, latency, throughput, and inference performance across cloud and hybrid environments. Integrate enterprise data sources, healthcare systems, and knowledge repositories into secure GenAI workflows. Research and evaluate emerging GenAI technologies, open-source frameworks, and foundation models to drive innovation and continuous improvement. Develop architecture diagrams, technical roadmaps, implementation strategies, and executive-level documentation for enterprise AI initiatives. Collaborate with cybersecurity, compliance, and infrastructure teams to ensure secure and compliant deployment of GenAI solutions involving PHI and sensitive healthcare data. Contribute to the development of AI platform standards, reusable GenAI accelerators, templates, and engineering best practices. Required Qualifications 5+ years of experience building and deploying production software, ML systems, or AI platforms. 1+ years of hands-on experience building production Generative AI or LLM-based applications. Strong programming skills in Python and experience with software engineering best practices. Experience with major deep learning and LLM frameworks such as PyTorch, Hugging Face Transformers, TensorFlow, or equivalent. Hands-on experience implementing RAG architectures, vector search, embeddings, prompt engineering, and LLM orchestration frameworks. Experience with vector databases such as Pinecone, Weaviate, Chroma, FAISS, Milvus, or equivalent technologies. Experience deploying AI/ML systems in cloud environments including AWS, Azure, or GCP. Strong understanding of APIs, distributed systems, microservices, and scalable backend architectures. Experience with Kubernetes, containerization, orchestration, and cloud-native infrastructure. Experience implementing CI/CD pipelines, infrastructure automation, and MLOps best practices. Experience building monitoring, observability, and alerting solutions for ML and AI systems. Strong understanding of AI/ML lifecycle management, governance, model versioning, and production operations. Experience designing secure, scalable, production-ready AI platforms and services. Strong communication and collaboration skills with the ability to work across technical and business teams. Preferred Qualifications Previous experience implementing Generative AI and MLOps solutions within healthcare environments. Experience working with EPIC or healthcare interoperability platforms. Understanding of HIPAA, PHI handling, healthcare compliance, and responsible AI practices. Experience with AI governance frameworks, LLM evaluation methodologies, and AI safety tooling. Experience with GPU infrastructure optimization and scalable inference architectures. Familiarity with multi-agent AI systems and autonomous workflows. Experience with event-driven architectures, streaming pipelines, and real-time inference systems. Exposure to model fine-tuning techniques including LoRA, PEFT, RLHF, or domain adaptation strategies. Experience with enterprise AI platform architecture and internal developer platforms. Prior experience mentoring engineers and leading technical initiatives. Education 5+ years of relevant experience with a degree (Required) or 7+ years of relevant experience without a degree (Required) Experience in lieu of Bachelor's Degree. Certification/Licensure No specific certification or licensure requirements Experience 5 to 7 years of relevant experience We provide market-competitive compensation packages, inclusive of base pay, incentives, and benefits. The base pay rate for Full Time employment is: $91,416.00 - $152,380.80. Additional compensation may be available for this role such as shift differentials, standby/on-call, overtime, premiums, extra shift incentives, or bonus opportunities. Benefits: Caring For Your Family and Your Career • Medical, Dental, Vision plans • Adoption, Fertility and Surrogacy Reimbursement up to $10,000 • Paid Time Off and Sick Leave • Paid Parental & Family Caregiver Leave • Emergency Backup Care • Long-Term, Short-Term Disability, and Critical Illness plans • Life Insurance • 401k/403B with Employer Match • Tuition Assistance - $5,250/year and discounted educational opportunities through Guild Education • Student Debt Pay Down - $10,000 • Reimbursement for certifications and free access to complete CEUs and professional development •Pet Insurance •Legal Resources Plan . click apply for full job details
Job Description Job Description Who We Are Nuro believes self-driving vehicles are the most immediate and profound opportunity for AI to drive positive change in the physical world. Safer streets, more time for what matters, and easier access to the world around us, that's why we're building a universal autonomy platform: self-driving for all roads and all rides. Founded in 2016, Nuro is a physical AI company developing Level 4 autonomous driving technology for a wide range of vehicles, use cases, and markets. Powered by the Nuro Driver , our universal autonomy platform enables the global mobility ecosystem to deploy autonomy at scale, from robotaxis and logistics fleets to personal vehicles. With years of real-world deployment experience and a flexible, partner-led business model, Nuro is working toward a future where millions of autonomous vehicles powered by our technology help make everyday life safer, easier, and more connected. Nuro has raised over $2B in capital from Uber, NVIDIA, Google, Softbank, Fidelity, T. Rowe Price, and other leading investors. About the Role Our robotics team is growing and we are looking for a Software Engineer to join our Sensor Data and Calibration team. We are searching for an engineer with robotics and machine learning expertise to develop synthetic sensor simulation models and algorithms. The ideal candidate has hands-on experience in the research, development, and implementation of machine learning methods (e.g., NeRF or Gaussian splatting) for generating synthetic sensor data (photorealistic images, realistic lidar and/or radar, etc.). About the Work Research, develop, and implement state-of-the-art synthetic sensor simulation methods Analyze and characterize the realism and utility of synthetic sensor data Answer critical questions about sensor data and autonomy performance Collaborate with stakeholders across autonomy, infrastructure, and systems teams on map needs and requirements Role is scoped as a Senior/Staff IC with the flexibility to grow into a Tech Lead/TLM. About You One of PhD in machine learning, computer science, electrical engineering, robotics, or related field, and 3+ years of industry experience Masters and 4+ years of industry experience 5+ years of industry experience Deep understanding of ML fundamentals with hands-on experience in training and evaluating modern ML models Strong Python skills with experience in deep learning frameworks, e.g., PyTorch, TensorFlow, or Jax Bonus Points Deep understanding of 3D geometry and state estimation fundamentals Proficiency in systems coding Experience in simulating/modeling real sensors (camera, lidar, radar, IMU, etc), including noise modeling Experience in modern ML graphics techniques, e.g., NeRF, Gaussian Splatting, and/or generative models. Experience in building ML pipelines and optimizing/productizing ML models Demonstrated research publications in top conferences (e.g. NeurIPS, ICLR, ICML, CVPR, RSS, CoRL, ICRA) At Nuro, your base pay is one part of your total compensation package. For this position, the reasonably expected base pay range is between $193,930 and $291,150 for the level at which this job has been scoped. Your base pay will depend on several factors, including your experience, qualifications, education, location, and skills. In the event that you are considered for a different level, a higher or lower pay range would apply. This position is also eligible for an annual performance bonus, equity, and a competitive benefits package. At Nuro, we celebrate differences and are committed to a diverse workplace that fosters inclusion and psychological safety for all employees. Nuro is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and expressly prohibits any form of workplace discrimination based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristics.
08/05/2026
Full time
Job Description Job Description Who We Are Nuro believes self-driving vehicles are the most immediate and profound opportunity for AI to drive positive change in the physical world. Safer streets, more time for what matters, and easier access to the world around us, that's why we're building a universal autonomy platform: self-driving for all roads and all rides. Founded in 2016, Nuro is a physical AI company developing Level 4 autonomous driving technology for a wide range of vehicles, use cases, and markets. Powered by the Nuro Driver , our universal autonomy platform enables the global mobility ecosystem to deploy autonomy at scale, from robotaxis and logistics fleets to personal vehicles. With years of real-world deployment experience and a flexible, partner-led business model, Nuro is working toward a future where millions of autonomous vehicles powered by our technology help make everyday life safer, easier, and more connected. Nuro has raised over $2B in capital from Uber, NVIDIA, Google, Softbank, Fidelity, T. Rowe Price, and other leading investors. About the Role Our robotics team is growing and we are looking for a Software Engineer to join our Sensor Data and Calibration team. We are searching for an engineer with robotics and machine learning expertise to develop synthetic sensor simulation models and algorithms. The ideal candidate has hands-on experience in the research, development, and implementation of machine learning methods (e.g., NeRF or Gaussian splatting) for generating synthetic sensor data (photorealistic images, realistic lidar and/or radar, etc.). About the Work Research, develop, and implement state-of-the-art synthetic sensor simulation methods Analyze and characterize the realism and utility of synthetic sensor data Answer critical questions about sensor data and autonomy performance Collaborate with stakeholders across autonomy, infrastructure, and systems teams on map needs and requirements Role is scoped as a Senior/Staff IC with the flexibility to grow into a Tech Lead/TLM. About You One of PhD in machine learning, computer science, electrical engineering, robotics, or related field, and 3+ years of industry experience Masters and 4+ years of industry experience 5+ years of industry experience Deep understanding of ML fundamentals with hands-on experience in training and evaluating modern ML models Strong Python skills with experience in deep learning frameworks, e.g., PyTorch, TensorFlow, or Jax Bonus Points Deep understanding of 3D geometry and state estimation fundamentals Proficiency in systems coding Experience in simulating/modeling real sensors (camera, lidar, radar, IMU, etc), including noise modeling Experience in modern ML graphics techniques, e.g., NeRF, Gaussian Splatting, and/or generative models. Experience in building ML pipelines and optimizing/productizing ML models Demonstrated research publications in top conferences (e.g. NeurIPS, ICLR, ICML, CVPR, RSS, CoRL, ICRA) At Nuro, your base pay is one part of your total compensation package. For this position, the reasonably expected base pay range is between $193,930 and $291,150 for the level at which this job has been scoped. Your base pay will depend on several factors, including your experience, qualifications, education, location, and skills. In the event that you are considered for a different level, a higher or lower pay range would apply. This position is also eligible for an annual performance bonus, equity, and a competitive benefits package. At Nuro, we celebrate differences and are committed to a diverse workplace that fosters inclusion and psychological safety for all employees. Nuro is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and expressly prohibits any form of workplace discrimination based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristics.
Date Posted: 2026-07-27 Country: United States of America Location: US-MA-TEWKSBURY-TB3 50 Apple Hill Dr CONCORD BLDG, Tewksbury Tb3 300 Concord Position Role Type: Hybrid U.S. Citizen, U.S. Person, or Immigration Status Requirements: U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are authorized to access information under this program/contract. Security Clearance Type: None/Not Required Security Clearance Status: Not Required At RTX, the world's largest aerospace and defense company, 185,000 great minds are united by purpose and inspired to make a difference solving the world's most complex problems. With our three market leading businesses, world-class operations and investments in research and development, we offer capabilities and opportunity no one else can. Together, we push the boundaries of known science and find new ways to connect and protect our world. Raytheon brings the strength of more than 100 years of experience and renowned engineering expertise to meet the needs of today's mission and stay ahead of tomorrow's threat. We deliver solutions that help our nation and allies defend freedoms and deter aggression, creating a safer, more secure world. Join us and help shape the future of aerospace and defense. Raytheon Engineering Execution is seeking a highly motivated Engineering Metrics and Tools Lead to modernize, maintain, and enhance the digital tools, dashboards, and data systems that enable effective learning across Raytheon Engineering. This role blends engineering, analytics, full stack software development, and digital solution leadership. The ideal candidate will have strong experience developing scalable backend services, API-driven applications, Angular front-end tools, and robust enterprise integrations, while also supporting data-driven learning dashboards, Excel-based tools, and workflow automations. This position requires the ability to collaborate closely with Engineering Learning & Development partners, engineering teams, and platform services groups to deliver secure, reliable, and high impact solutions. This is a hybrid role based in Tewksbury, MA, Dallas, TX, or Tucson, AZ. What You Will Do Develop and maintain Engineering Learning & Development tools used across Raytheon Engineering including: Engineering Learning Matrix (ELM) - Excel-based mapping of roles to required courses. Role-Based Training (RBT) tool - Integrating Workday data with learning requirements and completion metrics. Knowledge Transfer and Apprentice (KTA) tool - Program designed to upskill employees in critical technical and discipline skill areas. Develop and maintain learning dashboards and analytics used across Engineering. Build and support backend services with Python/Flask/Marshmallow. Develop Angular front-end applications for L&D workflows. Design, document, and manage RESTful APIs and integrations. Integrate services with Apigee/APIM and SharePoint. Design and optimize SQL/MariaDB schemas, queries, and migrations. Ensure secure, reliable system performance with strong observability and release practices. Ingest and transform data from Workday, SharePoint, Excel, Oracle, and other sources. Collaborating with learning leads to refine and enhance tools. Partner with platform teams, perform code reviews, and support engineering best practices. Provide clear documentation and technical guidance to stakeholders. Qualifications You Must Have Typically requires a Bachelor's Degree in Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics (STEM) and a minimum of 8 years of prior relevant experience unless prohibited by local laws/regulations. Experience with Python, Flask, Marshmallow (schemas, validation, serialization). Angular experience (v19+ or current version with ability to ramp quickly). Experience designing and implementing RESTful APIs with consistent response models, validation, and error handling. SQL / MariaDB experience, including schema design, performant query development, migrations, and production troubleshooting, CI/CD experience with Jenkins. Git / Bitbucket workflow experience. Experience with API gateways (Apigee or Azure API Management) and SharePoint integrations. Experience with dashboard development and analytics tools (Power BI, Tableau, SharpCloud) Experience collaborating, documentation, and production hardening practices (security, observability, reliability). Qualifications We Prefer Master's degree in Engineering, Software Development, Data Science, or a related field. Certifications in RTX CORE Professional, SharpCloud, SAFe. Experience using SAFe Agile and JIRA. Experience with Workday reporting and data structures. Power Platform expertise (Power BI, Power Apps, Power Automate), including M language and DAX. Experience with Tableau, SharePoint, Oracle integrations, Excel automation, and VBA macros. Familiarity with cloud or big data platforms (Matillion, Snowflake, Xeta). Programming experience beyond core stack (Python, R, SQL, DAX, Power Query M). Strong understanding of statistical analysis and machine learning techniques. Excellent communication skills, including ability to translate technical content for non-technical audiences. Strong problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and ability to manage multiple priorities. Ability to quickly learn and maintain existing L&D tools while innovating new solutions. Strategic thinking, strong facilitation skills, initiative, and resiliency. Ability to work independently or collaboratively in a fast-paced environment. What We Offer Our values drive our actions, behaviors, and performance with a vision for a safer, more connected world. At RTX we value: Safety, Trust, Respect, Accountability, Collaboration, and Innovation. Learn More & Apply Now Please ensure the role type defined below is appropriate for your needs before applying to this role. This position is classified as: Hybrid: Employees who are working in Hybrid roles will work regularly both onsite and offsite. Ratio of time working onsite will be determined in partnership with your leader. Candidates will learn more about role type and current site status throughout the recruiting process. For onsite roles, commuting to and from the assigned site is the employee's personal responsibility. As part of our commitment to maintaining a secure hiring process, candidates may be asked to attend select steps of the interview process in-person at one of our office locations, regardless of whether the role is designated as on-site, hybrid or remote. The salary range for this role is 107,500 USD - 204,500 USD. The salary range provided is a good faith estimate representative of all experience levels. RTX considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the role, function and associated responsibilities, a candidate's work experience, location, education/training, and key skills. Hired applicants may be eligible for benefits, including but not limited to, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, 401(k) match, flexible spending accounts, flexible work schedules, employee assistance program, Employee Scholar Program, parental leave, paid time off, and holidays. Specific benefits are dependent upon the specific business unit as well as whether or not the position is covered by a collective-bargaining agreement. Hired applicants may be eligible for annual short-term and/or long-term incentive compensation programs depending on the level of the position and whether or not it is covered by a collective-bargaining agreement. Payments under these annual programs are not guaranteed and are dependent upon a variety of factors including, but not limited to, individual performance, business unit performance, and/or the company's performance. This role is a U.S.-based role. If the successful candidate resides in a U.S. territory, the appropriate pay structure and benefits will apply. RTX anticipates the application window closing approximately 40 days from the date the notice was posted. However, factors such as candidate flow and business necessity may require RTX to shorten or extend the application window. RTX is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability or veteran status, or any other applicable state or federal protected class. RTX provides affirmative action in employment for qualified Individuals with a Disability and Protected Veterans in compliance with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act and the Vietnam Era Veterans' Readjustment Assistance Act. Privacy Policy and Terms: Click on this link to read the Policy and Terms
08/05/2026
Full time
Date Posted: 2026-07-27 Country: United States of America Location: US-MA-TEWKSBURY-TB3 50 Apple Hill Dr CONCORD BLDG, Tewksbury Tb3 300 Concord Position Role Type: Hybrid U.S. Citizen, U.S. Person, or Immigration Status Requirements: U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are authorized to access information under this program/contract. Security Clearance Type: None/Not Required Security Clearance Status: Not Required At RTX, the world's largest aerospace and defense company, 185,000 great minds are united by purpose and inspired to make a difference solving the world's most complex problems. With our three market leading businesses, world-class operations and investments in research and development, we offer capabilities and opportunity no one else can. Together, we push the boundaries of known science and find new ways to connect and protect our world. Raytheon brings the strength of more than 100 years of experience and renowned engineering expertise to meet the needs of today's mission and stay ahead of tomorrow's threat. We deliver solutions that help our nation and allies defend freedoms and deter aggression, creating a safer, more secure world. Join us and help shape the future of aerospace and defense. Raytheon Engineering Execution is seeking a highly motivated Engineering Metrics and Tools Lead to modernize, maintain, and enhance the digital tools, dashboards, and data systems that enable effective learning across Raytheon Engineering. This role blends engineering, analytics, full stack software development, and digital solution leadership. The ideal candidate will have strong experience developing scalable backend services, API-driven applications, Angular front-end tools, and robust enterprise integrations, while also supporting data-driven learning dashboards, Excel-based tools, and workflow automations. This position requires the ability to collaborate closely with Engineering Learning & Development partners, engineering teams, and platform services groups to deliver secure, reliable, and high impact solutions. This is a hybrid role based in Tewksbury, MA, Dallas, TX, or Tucson, AZ. What You Will Do Develop and maintain Engineering Learning & Development tools used across Raytheon Engineering including: Engineering Learning Matrix (ELM) - Excel-based mapping of roles to required courses. Role-Based Training (RBT) tool - Integrating Workday data with learning requirements and completion metrics. Knowledge Transfer and Apprentice (KTA) tool - Program designed to upskill employees in critical technical and discipline skill areas. Develop and maintain learning dashboards and analytics used across Engineering. Build and support backend services with Python/Flask/Marshmallow. Develop Angular front-end applications for L&D workflows. Design, document, and manage RESTful APIs and integrations. Integrate services with Apigee/APIM and SharePoint. Design and optimize SQL/MariaDB schemas, queries, and migrations. Ensure secure, reliable system performance with strong observability and release practices. Ingest and transform data from Workday, SharePoint, Excel, Oracle, and other sources. Collaborating with learning leads to refine and enhance tools. Partner with platform teams, perform code reviews, and support engineering best practices. Provide clear documentation and technical guidance to stakeholders. Qualifications You Must Have Typically requires a Bachelor's Degree in Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics (STEM) and a minimum of 8 years of prior relevant experience unless prohibited by local laws/regulations. Experience with Python, Flask, Marshmallow (schemas, validation, serialization). Angular experience (v19+ or current version with ability to ramp quickly). Experience designing and implementing RESTful APIs with consistent response models, validation, and error handling. SQL / MariaDB experience, including schema design, performant query development, migrations, and production troubleshooting, CI/CD experience with Jenkins. Git / Bitbucket workflow experience. Experience with API gateways (Apigee or Azure API Management) and SharePoint integrations. Experience with dashboard development and analytics tools (Power BI, Tableau, SharpCloud) Experience collaborating, documentation, and production hardening practices (security, observability, reliability). Qualifications We Prefer Master's degree in Engineering, Software Development, Data Science, or a related field. Certifications in RTX CORE Professional, SharpCloud, SAFe. Experience using SAFe Agile and JIRA. Experience with Workday reporting and data structures. Power Platform expertise (Power BI, Power Apps, Power Automate), including M language and DAX. Experience with Tableau, SharePoint, Oracle integrations, Excel automation, and VBA macros. Familiarity with cloud or big data platforms (Matillion, Snowflake, Xeta). Programming experience beyond core stack (Python, R, SQL, DAX, Power Query M). Strong understanding of statistical analysis and machine learning techniques. Excellent communication skills, including ability to translate technical content for non-technical audiences. Strong problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and ability to manage multiple priorities. Ability to quickly learn and maintain existing L&D tools while innovating new solutions. Strategic thinking, strong facilitation skills, initiative, and resiliency. Ability to work independently or collaboratively in a fast-paced environment. What We Offer Our values drive our actions, behaviors, and performance with a vision for a safer, more connected world. At RTX we value: Safety, Trust, Respect, Accountability, Collaboration, and Innovation. Learn More & Apply Now Please ensure the role type defined below is appropriate for your needs before applying to this role. This position is classified as: Hybrid: Employees who are working in Hybrid roles will work regularly both onsite and offsite. Ratio of time working onsite will be determined in partnership with your leader. Candidates will learn more about role type and current site status throughout the recruiting process. For onsite roles, commuting to and from the assigned site is the employee's personal responsibility. As part of our commitment to maintaining a secure hiring process, candidates may be asked to attend select steps of the interview process in-person at one of our office locations, regardless of whether the role is designated as on-site, hybrid or remote. The salary range for this role is 107,500 USD - 204,500 USD. The salary range provided is a good faith estimate representative of all experience levels. RTX considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the role, function and associated responsibilities, a candidate's work experience, location, education/training, and key skills. Hired applicants may be eligible for benefits, including but not limited to, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, 401(k) match, flexible spending accounts, flexible work schedules, employee assistance program, Employee Scholar Program, parental leave, paid time off, and holidays. Specific benefits are dependent upon the specific business unit as well as whether or not the position is covered by a collective-bargaining agreement. Hired applicants may be eligible for annual short-term and/or long-term incentive compensation programs depending on the level of the position and whether or not it is covered by a collective-bargaining agreement. 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NORC at the University of Chicago
Chicago, Illinois
JOB SUMMARY: NORC at the University of Chicago is seeking a qualified Data Analyst II to join the Statistics and Data Science department and support a diverse range of research projects. At NORC, Data Analysts are early career team members who train and work with our Statisticians and Data Scientists to perform tasks such as data processing, quality assurance, analysis, and dissemination. For this role, we are looking for someone proficient in SAS, R, and Python. As part of their data processing responsibilities, Data Analysts import, clean, standardize, transform, and validate data sets. They also research and document data procedures and support the investigation of data problems. They may identify, analyze, and interpret trends or patterns in data sets, support modeling efforts, and help prepare data presentations and reports, including developing charts, graphs, and tables. In addition, the Data Analyst may assist in data collection and harmonization from primary or secondary data sources (e.g., administrative records, commercial data, social media data), preparing data files for delivery, and the maintenance of databases, data systems, and their relevant metadata/dictionaries. The Data Analyst is expected to work collaboratively in a team environment. Qualified applicants must be eligible to work in the U.S. We regret that we are unable to offer visa sponsorship for this position. Location: This is a hybrid role based in either our Chicago Loop or downtown Washington, DC office, with a minimum of six days per month in the office. DEPARTMENT: Statistics and Data Science The Statistics and Data Science department implements state-of-the-art statistical methods and develops innovations to deliver reliable data and rigorous analysis to guide critical programmatic, business and policy decisions for NORC clients. The department provides leadership throughout the project lifecycle on study design, data collection, assessment of data quality, quantitative analysis, and dissemination of results. The Statistics and Data Science department also conducts its own research and is a leader in designing and implementing rigorous, efficient methods for sampling, weighting, and imputation for sample surveys and evaluation research. The department provides expertise and leads NORC strategy on the use of a broad range of methods and techniques, including statistical modeling, machine learning methods, data linkage, statistical matching, data disclosure control, small area estimation, Bayesian analysis, assessing data quality, data visualization for analyzing and interpreting data, and developing approaches using artificial intelligence (AI) that support NORC's research. The department collaborates with the departments throughout NORC, as well as leading its own projects. RESPONSIBILITIES: Collaborate with statisticians, data scientists, technology experts, and subject matter experts to implement and improve data management and analysis activities. Develop programs and scripts for data cleaning, integration, transformation, and harmonization, as well as data quality checks and validation Support and enhance applications and databases already built for various research needs and produce data documentation and dictionaries. Create data dashboards and visualizations, including preparing charts, graphs, and tables for reports and presentations. Perform various types of data analysis and modeling, often involving multiple data sets. Contribute to documentation, reports, and presentations through writing sections, creating basic analytic summaries, and developing tables and graphics. Apply AI tools to help improve efficiency. Perform other duties as assigned. REQUIRED SKILLS: Bachelor's degree in one of the following fields: statistics, math, data science, computer science, or computational social science or related field required. Proficiency with data management, quantitative analysis and modeling, data reduction techniques and data visualization. At least 2 years' experience in positions of increasing responsibility, preferably working with large data sets, and conducting statistical and quantitative modeling, statistical/analytic programming, and data mining Strong foundation in areas of statistics, mathematics, and data science. Coding skills in SAS, R, and Python required. Additional expertise in areas of machine learning such as natural language processing and supervised/unsupervised modelling preferred. Experience using AI tools and methods (e.g., prompt engineering, agentic AI, model evaluation) is preferred. Strong skills in problem solving and quantitative analysis are required. Able to organize and prioritize work assignments to meet project needs. Outstanding interpersonal and critical reasoning skills. Proficiency with MS Office software. Qualified applicants must be eligible to work in the U.S. We regret that we are unable to offer visa sponsorship for this position. SALARY AND BENEFITS: The pay range for this position is $72,000 - $88,000. This position is classified as regular. Regular staff are eligible for NORC's comprehensive benefits program. Benefits include, but are not limited to: Generously subsidized health insurance, effective on the first day of employment Dental and vision insurance A defined contribution retirement program, along with a separate voluntary 403(b) retirement program Group life insurance, long-term and short-term disability insurance Benefits that promote work/life balance, including generous paid time off, holidays; paid parental leave, bereavement leave, tuition assistance, and an Employee Assistance Program (EAP). NORC is committed to equity and transparency in its pay practices. We publish salary ranges and benefit information for every job. The listed hiring range reflects what we, in good faith, expect to pay at the time of posting, though actual compensation may vary and may be adjusted over time. A candidate's placement within the range depends on factors such as competencies, education, qualifications, experience, skills, performance, and organizational needs. WHAT WE DO: NORC at the University of Chicago is an objective, non-partisan research institution that delivers reliable data and rigorous analysis to guide critical programmatic, business, and policy decisions. Since 1941, our teams have conducted groundbreaking studies, created and applied innovative methods and tools, and advanced principles of scientific integrity and collaboration. Today, government, corporate, and nonprofit clients around the world partner with us to transform increasingly complex information into useful knowledge. WHO WE ARE: For over 80 years, NORC has evolved in many ways, moving the needle with research methods, technical applications and groundbreaking research findings. But our tradition of excellence, passion for innovation, and commitment to collegiality have remained constant components of who we are as a brand, and who each of us is as a member of the NORC team. With world-class benefits, a business casual environment, and an emphasis on continuous learning, NORC is a place where people join for the stellar research and analysis work for which we're known, and stay for the relationships they form with their colleagues who take pride in the impact their work is making on a global scale. EEO STATEMENT: NORC is an equal opportunity employer. NORC evaluates qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, sexual orientation, and other legally protected characteristics.
08/05/2026
Full time
JOB SUMMARY: NORC at the University of Chicago is seeking a qualified Data Analyst II to join the Statistics and Data Science department and support a diverse range of research projects. At NORC, Data Analysts are early career team members who train and work with our Statisticians and Data Scientists to perform tasks such as data processing, quality assurance, analysis, and dissemination. For this role, we are looking for someone proficient in SAS, R, and Python. As part of their data processing responsibilities, Data Analysts import, clean, standardize, transform, and validate data sets. They also research and document data procedures and support the investigation of data problems. They may identify, analyze, and interpret trends or patterns in data sets, support modeling efforts, and help prepare data presentations and reports, including developing charts, graphs, and tables. In addition, the Data Analyst may assist in data collection and harmonization from primary or secondary data sources (e.g., administrative records, commercial data, social media data), preparing data files for delivery, and the maintenance of databases, data systems, and their relevant metadata/dictionaries. The Data Analyst is expected to work collaboratively in a team environment. Qualified applicants must be eligible to work in the U.S. We regret that we are unable to offer visa sponsorship for this position. Location: This is a hybrid role based in either our Chicago Loop or downtown Washington, DC office, with a minimum of six days per month in the office. DEPARTMENT: Statistics and Data Science The Statistics and Data Science department implements state-of-the-art statistical methods and develops innovations to deliver reliable data and rigorous analysis to guide critical programmatic, business and policy decisions for NORC clients. The department provides leadership throughout the project lifecycle on study design, data collection, assessment of data quality, quantitative analysis, and dissemination of results. The Statistics and Data Science department also conducts its own research and is a leader in designing and implementing rigorous, efficient methods for sampling, weighting, and imputation for sample surveys and evaluation research. The department provides expertise and leads NORC strategy on the use of a broad range of methods and techniques, including statistical modeling, machine learning methods, data linkage, statistical matching, data disclosure control, small area estimation, Bayesian analysis, assessing data quality, data visualization for analyzing and interpreting data, and developing approaches using artificial intelligence (AI) that support NORC's research. The department collaborates with the departments throughout NORC, as well as leading its own projects. RESPONSIBILITIES: Collaborate with statisticians, data scientists, technology experts, and subject matter experts to implement and improve data management and analysis activities. Develop programs and scripts for data cleaning, integration, transformation, and harmonization, as well as data quality checks and validation Support and enhance applications and databases already built for various research needs and produce data documentation and dictionaries. Create data dashboards and visualizations, including preparing charts, graphs, and tables for reports and presentations. Perform various types of data analysis and modeling, often involving multiple data sets. Contribute to documentation, reports, and presentations through writing sections, creating basic analytic summaries, and developing tables and graphics. Apply AI tools to help improve efficiency. Perform other duties as assigned. REQUIRED SKILLS: Bachelor's degree in one of the following fields: statistics, math, data science, computer science, or computational social science or related field required. Proficiency with data management, quantitative analysis and modeling, data reduction techniques and data visualization. At least 2 years' experience in positions of increasing responsibility, preferably working with large data sets, and conducting statistical and quantitative modeling, statistical/analytic programming, and data mining Strong foundation in areas of statistics, mathematics, and data science. Coding skills in SAS, R, and Python required. Additional expertise in areas of machine learning such as natural language processing and supervised/unsupervised modelling preferred. Experience using AI tools and methods (e.g., prompt engineering, agentic AI, model evaluation) is preferred. Strong skills in problem solving and quantitative analysis are required. Able to organize and prioritize work assignments to meet project needs. Outstanding interpersonal and critical reasoning skills. Proficiency with MS Office software. Qualified applicants must be eligible to work in the U.S. We regret that we are unable to offer visa sponsorship for this position. SALARY AND BENEFITS: The pay range for this position is $72,000 - $88,000. This position is classified as regular. Regular staff are eligible for NORC's comprehensive benefits program. Benefits include, but are not limited to: Generously subsidized health insurance, effective on the first day of employment Dental and vision insurance A defined contribution retirement program, along with a separate voluntary 403(b) retirement program Group life insurance, long-term and short-term disability insurance Benefits that promote work/life balance, including generous paid time off, holidays; paid parental leave, bereavement leave, tuition assistance, and an Employee Assistance Program (EAP). NORC is committed to equity and transparency in its pay practices. We publish salary ranges and benefit information for every job. The listed hiring range reflects what we, in good faith, expect to pay at the time of posting, though actual compensation may vary and may be adjusted over time. A candidate's placement within the range depends on factors such as competencies, education, qualifications, experience, skills, performance, and organizational needs. WHAT WE DO: NORC at the University of Chicago is an objective, non-partisan research institution that delivers reliable data and rigorous analysis to guide critical programmatic, business, and policy decisions. Since 1941, our teams have conducted groundbreaking studies, created and applied innovative methods and tools, and advanced principles of scientific integrity and collaboration. Today, government, corporate, and nonprofit clients around the world partner with us to transform increasingly complex information into useful knowledge. WHO WE ARE: For over 80 years, NORC has evolved in many ways, moving the needle with research methods, technical applications and groundbreaking research findings. But our tradition of excellence, passion for innovation, and commitment to collegiality have remained constant components of who we are as a brand, and who each of us is as a member of the NORC team. With world-class benefits, a business casual environment, and an emphasis on continuous learning, NORC is a place where people join for the stellar research and analysis work for which we're known, and stay for the relationships they form with their colleagues who take pride in the impact their work is making on a global scale. EEO STATEMENT: NORC is an equal opportunity employer. NORC evaluates qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, sexual orientation, and other legally protected characteristics.
NORC at the University of Chicago
Chicago, Illinois
JOB SUMMARY: NORC at the University of Chicago is seeking a qualified Data Scientist I to join the Methodology and Quantitative Social Sciences department and support innovative research, analytics, and AI initiatives. The Data Scientist I works collaboratively with methodologists, researchers, statisticians, software developers, and subject matter experts to develop data science and artificial intelligence solutions that improve research, operational efficiency, and decision-making. This role combines strong foundations in data management, statistical modeling, machine learning, and computational social science with emerging capabilities in generative AI and large language models (LLMs). The Data Scientist I will contribute to projects involving structured and unstructured data, survey data, administrative records, commercial data, text data, and other novel data sources. Responsibilities may include developing analytical workflows, building machine learning models, creating AI-powered applications, fine-tuning foundation models, implementing retrieval-augmented generation (RAG) systems, and supporting deployment of AI solutions in secure cloud environments. The ideal candidate possesses strong Python programming skills, experience building reproducible analytical workflows, and a demonstrated interest in applying modern AI technologies to solve complex research and business problems. Location: This is a hybrid role based in our Washington, DC and Chicago downtown offices, with a minimum of six days per month in the office. Qualified applicants must be eligible to work in the U.S. We regret that we are unable to offer visa sponsorship for this position. DEPARTMENT: Methodology and Quantitative Social Sciences The Methodology and Quantitative Social Sciences department implements state-of-the-art methodologies and develops innovations to deliver reliable data and rigorous analysis to guide critical programmatic, business and policy decisions for NORC clients. The department provides leadership throughout the project lifecycle on study design, data collection, assessment of data quality, quantitative analysis, and dissemination of results. The Methodological and Quantitative Social Sciences department also conducts its own research and is a leader in designing and implementing rigorous, efficient methods for gathering, evaluating, and analyzing data from primary and secondary sources. The department provides expertise and leads NORC strategy on the use of a broad range of methods and techniques, including research and experimental design, recruitment and retention, instrument design and testing, assessing data quality, evaluating measurement properties of new measures, causal inference methods, machine learning, analysis of clustered data, data visualization, use of novel data sources and technologies to improve data gathering, and building AI solutions that support NORC's research. The department collaborates with the Statistics and Data Science Department on areas of synergy and intersection and with all NORC subject matter departments, in addition to leading its own projects. RESPONSIBILITIES: Collaborate with methodologists and subject matter experts to design, develop, evaluate, and deploy AI-enabled applications that support research and operational objectives. Fine-tune, adapt, or customize machine learning and language models for domain-specific tasks. Build and evaluate retrieval-augmented generation (RAG) solutions using vector databases and semantic search techniques for data and analysis projects in NORC's research focus areas. Develop prompt engineering strategies and evaluation frameworks for generative AI systems. Implement model monitoring, testing, validation, and performance optimization processes. Apply natural language processing techniques for text classification, information extraction, summarization, and content analysis. Support experimentation with AI agents, tool calling, and workflow automation. Perform other duties as assigned. REQUIRED SKILLS: Bachelor's degree in computational social science, data science, computer science or a related quantitative field with social science emphasis. At least 4 years of relevant experience (graduate research, internships, and applied professional experience may be considered). Advanced proficiency in Python. Strong experience with SQL and relational databases. Experience developing software, data pipelines, or analytical applications. Experience conducting statistical analysis and machine learning using real-world datasets. Knowledge of supervised and unsupervised machine learning methods. Experience working with Git and collaborative development workflows. Strong problem-solving and analytical skills. Excellent communication and technical writing skills. Ability to explain technical concepts to diverse audiences. Preferred Skills: Familiarity with AI agents and workflow orchestration frameworks. Additional expertise in large and small language models, and machine learning, in working in cloud environments (e.g., AWS, Azure, GCP), and with command-line workflows (e.g., in bash). Developing machine learning models, data pipelines, and AI-powered applications, as described above, to support social science research. Qualified applicants must be eligible to work in the U.S. We regret that we are unable to offer visa sponsorship for this position. SALARY AND BENEFITS: The pay range for this position is $90,000-$100,000. This position is classified as regular. Regular staff are eligible for NORC's comprehensive benefits program. Benefits include, but are not limited to: Generously subsidized health insurance, effective on the first day of employment Dental and vision insurance A defined contribution retirement program, along with a separate voluntary 403(b) retirement program Group life insurance, long-term and short-term disability insurance Benefits that promote work/life balance, including generous paid time off, holidays; paid parental leave, bereavement leave, tuition assistance, and an Employee Assistance Program (EAP). NORC is committed to equity and transparency in its pay practices. We publish salary ranges and benefit information for every job. The listed hiring range reflects what we, in good faith, expect to pay at the time of posting, though actual compensation may vary and may be adjusted over time. A candidate's placement within the range depends on factors such as competencies, education, qualifications, experience, skills, performance, and organizational needs. WHAT WE DO: NORC at the University of Chicago is an objective, non-partisan research institution that delivers reliable data and rigorous analysis to guide critical programmatic, business, and policy decisions. Since 1941, our teams have conducted groundbreaking studies, created and applied innovative methods and tools, and advanced principles of scientific integrity and collaboration. Today, government, corporate, and nonprofit clients around the world partner with us to transform increasingly complex information into useful knowledge. WHO WE ARE: For over 80 years, NORC has evolved in many ways, moving the needle with research methods, technical applications and groundbreaking research findings. But our tradition of excellence, passion for innovation, and commitment to collegiality have remained constant components of who we are as a brand, and who each of us is as a member of the NORC team. With world-class benefits, a business casual environment, and an emphasis on continuous learning, NORC is a place where people join for the stellar research and analysis work for which we're known, and stay for the relationships they form with their colleagues who take pride in the impact their work is making on a global scale. EEO STATEMENT: NORC is an equal opportunity employer. NORC evaluates qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, sexual orientation, and other legally protected characteristics.
08/05/2026
Full time
JOB SUMMARY: NORC at the University of Chicago is seeking a qualified Data Scientist I to join the Methodology and Quantitative Social Sciences department and support innovative research, analytics, and AI initiatives. The Data Scientist I works collaboratively with methodologists, researchers, statisticians, software developers, and subject matter experts to develop data science and artificial intelligence solutions that improve research, operational efficiency, and decision-making. This role combines strong foundations in data management, statistical modeling, machine learning, and computational social science with emerging capabilities in generative AI and large language models (LLMs). The Data Scientist I will contribute to projects involving structured and unstructured data, survey data, administrative records, commercial data, text data, and other novel data sources. Responsibilities may include developing analytical workflows, building machine learning models, creating AI-powered applications, fine-tuning foundation models, implementing retrieval-augmented generation (RAG) systems, and supporting deployment of AI solutions in secure cloud environments. The ideal candidate possesses strong Python programming skills, experience building reproducible analytical workflows, and a demonstrated interest in applying modern AI technologies to solve complex research and business problems. Location: This is a hybrid role based in our Washington, DC and Chicago downtown offices, with a minimum of six days per month in the office. Qualified applicants must be eligible to work in the U.S. We regret that we are unable to offer visa sponsorship for this position. DEPARTMENT: Methodology and Quantitative Social Sciences The Methodology and Quantitative Social Sciences department implements state-of-the-art methodologies and develops innovations to deliver reliable data and rigorous analysis to guide critical programmatic, business and policy decisions for NORC clients. The department provides leadership throughout the project lifecycle on study design, data collection, assessment of data quality, quantitative analysis, and dissemination of results. The Methodological and Quantitative Social Sciences department also conducts its own research and is a leader in designing and implementing rigorous, efficient methods for gathering, evaluating, and analyzing data from primary and secondary sources. The department provides expertise and leads NORC strategy on the use of a broad range of methods and techniques, including research and experimental design, recruitment and retention, instrument design and testing, assessing data quality, evaluating measurement properties of new measures, causal inference methods, machine learning, analysis of clustered data, data visualization, use of novel data sources and technologies to improve data gathering, and building AI solutions that support NORC's research. The department collaborates with the Statistics and Data Science Department on areas of synergy and intersection and with all NORC subject matter departments, in addition to leading its own projects. RESPONSIBILITIES: Collaborate with methodologists and subject matter experts to design, develop, evaluate, and deploy AI-enabled applications that support research and operational objectives. Fine-tune, adapt, or customize machine learning and language models for domain-specific tasks. Build and evaluate retrieval-augmented generation (RAG) solutions using vector databases and semantic search techniques for data and analysis projects in NORC's research focus areas. Develop prompt engineering strategies and evaluation frameworks for generative AI systems. Implement model monitoring, testing, validation, and performance optimization processes. Apply natural language processing techniques for text classification, information extraction, summarization, and content analysis. Support experimentation with AI agents, tool calling, and workflow automation. Perform other duties as assigned. REQUIRED SKILLS: Bachelor's degree in computational social science, data science, computer science or a related quantitative field with social science emphasis. At least 4 years of relevant experience (graduate research, internships, and applied professional experience may be considered). Advanced proficiency in Python. Strong experience with SQL and relational databases. Experience developing software, data pipelines, or analytical applications. Experience conducting statistical analysis and machine learning using real-world datasets. Knowledge of supervised and unsupervised machine learning methods. Experience working with Git and collaborative development workflows. Strong problem-solving and analytical skills. Excellent communication and technical writing skills. Ability to explain technical concepts to diverse audiences. Preferred Skills: Familiarity with AI agents and workflow orchestration frameworks. Additional expertise in large and small language models, and machine learning, in working in cloud environments (e.g., AWS, Azure, GCP), and with command-line workflows (e.g., in bash). Developing machine learning models, data pipelines, and AI-powered applications, as described above, to support social science research. Qualified applicants must be eligible to work in the U.S. We regret that we are unable to offer visa sponsorship for this position. SALARY AND BENEFITS: The pay range for this position is $90,000-$100,000. This position is classified as regular. Regular staff are eligible for NORC's comprehensive benefits program. Benefits include, but are not limited to: Generously subsidized health insurance, effective on the first day of employment Dental and vision insurance A defined contribution retirement program, along with a separate voluntary 403(b) retirement program Group life insurance, long-term and short-term disability insurance Benefits that promote work/life balance, including generous paid time off, holidays; paid parental leave, bereavement leave, tuition assistance, and an Employee Assistance Program (EAP). NORC is committed to equity and transparency in its pay practices. We publish salary ranges and benefit information for every job. The listed hiring range reflects what we, in good faith, expect to pay at the time of posting, though actual compensation may vary and may be adjusted over time. A candidate's placement within the range depends on factors such as competencies, education, qualifications, experience, skills, performance, and organizational needs. WHAT WE DO: NORC at the University of Chicago is an objective, non-partisan research institution that delivers reliable data and rigorous analysis to guide critical programmatic, business, and policy decisions. Since 1941, our teams have conducted groundbreaking studies, created and applied innovative methods and tools, and advanced principles of scientific integrity and collaboration. Today, government, corporate, and nonprofit clients around the world partner with us to transform increasingly complex information into useful knowledge. WHO WE ARE: For over 80 years, NORC has evolved in many ways, moving the needle with research methods, technical applications and groundbreaking research findings. But our tradition of excellence, passion for innovation, and commitment to collegiality have remained constant components of who we are as a brand, and who each of us is as a member of the NORC team. With world-class benefits, a business casual environment, and an emphasis on continuous learning, NORC is a place where people join for the stellar research and analysis work for which we're known, and stay for the relationships they form with their colleagues who take pride in the impact their work is making on a global scale. EEO STATEMENT: NORC is an equal opportunity employer. NORC evaluates qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, sexual orientation, and other legally protected characteristics.
