AVP – Data Scientist (Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning)- MUMBAI

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Citi Internal Audit (IA) provides independent assessments of Citi’s control environment, risk management and governance for key stakeholders including Citi’s board of directors, senior management and regulators.  We are a global function with over 2,500 professionals providing assurance across all of Citi's businesses.

We’re currently looking for a high caliber professional to join our team as AVP – Data Scientist  (Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning based Mumbai. Being part of our team means that we’ll provide you with the resources to meet your unique needs, empower you to make healthy decision and manage your financial well-being to help plan for your future.  For instance:

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In this role, you’re expected to:

Plays a pivotal role in exploring, developing, and integrating Machine Learning (ML) and Artificial Intelligence (AI) capabilities into Internal Audit’s applications. This role demands a strong technical foundation, hands-on expertise with AI/ML concepts, agile methodologies, cloud computing, and AI agents. A critical component of this role is leveraging AI and Large Language Model (LLM) techniques, such as Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG), to build advanced models and applications.

The successful candidate will have experience designing and refining prompts to optimize generative AI model outputs for technical applications while ensuring high-quality, contextually relevant content. Alongside technical expertise, a creative, forward-thinking, and inquisitive mindset is key to thriving in this position.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design, test, deploy, and maintain machine learning models using IBM Watson SaaS and other cloud technologies
• Enhance existing AI/ML capabilities through exploration, testing, and implementation with tools like Azure and Google Vertex AI
• Develop complex LLM applications by designing, testing, and refining prompts to achieve clear, accurate, and contextually relevant outputs
• Collaborate with stakeholders to develop and deploy AI/ML use cases
• Communicate project progress, timelines, and milestones effectively to diverse audiences

• Use strong problem-solving skills to overcome challenges and meet project goals.

Ideally, you should have the following qualifications:

• At least 8 years of total experience; 5 years of which would be in  Python coding , AI/ML model development, and deployment

• Proficiency in developing ML use cases using IBM SaaS/Watson or comparable cloud solutions
• Demonstrable expertise in generative AI models, including prompt engineering, performance optimization, and understanding of model limitations
• Experience with advanced analytics, AI, ML, NLP, NLU, and LLM capabilities
• Extensive experience with API integration and testing
• Strong statistical foundation with expertise in supervised, unsupervised, semi-supervised, and reinforcement learning models, particularly for NLP/NLU applications
• Strong interpersonal skills with cultural sensitivity to collaborate with diverse stakeholders
• Detail-oriented and diligent in ensuring accuracy and completeness of work
• Self-driven, proactive, and capable of thriving in a fast-paced, results-oriented environment
• Innovative and adaptable, with a focus on continuous improvement
• Familiarity with the financial services industry and/or auditing processes is a plus
• Positive, solution-oriented mindset with strong accountability for project outcomes

Education:

• Bachelor’s degree in Data Science, Computer Science, MIS, or related discipline; Master’s degree is prefe
• CISA, PMP, Agile/Scrum, Cloud Computing, or related certifications are a plus

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Job Family Group:

Decision Management

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Job Family:

Specialized Analytics (Data Science/Computational Statistics)

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Time Type:

Full time

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