Senior Forward-Deployed Data Scientist (Streaming)

TL;DR

Senior Forward-Deployed Data Scientist (Streaming): Bridging the gap between raw data and high-quality machine learning inputs with an accent on data strategy and pipeline oversight. Focus on curating complex behavioral datasets, translating project goals into technical specifications, and ensuring data integrity for production-level ML models.

Location: Montréal, Canada

Company

hirify.global is a global leader in media and entertainment, operating major brands like NBC, Universal Pictures, and the Peacock streaming service.

What you will do

• Coordinate with ML and Product engineers to define data and training requirements.
• Oversee data strategy and pipelines to ensure datasets are curated, filtered, and processed for production ML.
• Translate high-level project goals into actionable data specifications for engineering and annotation teams.
• Perform quality assurance and analysis to maintain high standards of data integrity and accuracy.

Requirements

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Data Science or a related computational sciences field.
• 3+ years of professional experience as a Data Scientist in a fast-paced tech environment.
• Fluency with Python, Git, and the Unix shell.
• Deep understanding of data science fundamentals and a strong mathematical background.
• Familiarity with Jira, Confluence, Slack, and experiment tracking frameworks.
• Experience in complex domains such as streaming services, robotics, game development, or eCommerce.

Culture & Benefits

• Inclusive corporate culture committed to diversity and community impact.
• Equal employment opportunities for all applicants regardless of background.
• Support for qualified individuals with disabilities during the recruitment process.