Principal Data Science Consultant - Gen AI Specialist

As a leader in digital transformation, we are expanding our Data Practice across Europe to meet the growing demand for cutting-edge Generative AI (Gen AI) and advanced data solutions. We are seeking an

experienced Data Science Consultant with a strong focus on Gen AI applications , particularly within the Consumer Packaged Goods and Retail (CPGR) industry.

In this role, you will leverage your expertise in AI to design, deploy and optimize Gen AI solutions tailored to the challenges and opportunities within the CPGR sector. You will collaborate with clients to understand their business needs, deliver impactful AI-driven solutions and unlock new growth opportunities.

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Responsibilities

Partner with CPGR clients to define and execute Gen AI strategies that align with business goals
Design and implement innovative AI-driven products, including customer personalization tools, demand forecasting systems and dynamic pricing solutions
Lead the development, deployment and monitoring of Gen AI/ML models with a strong focus on MLOps and operational scalability
Establish and oversee AI governance frameworks to ensure compliance with regulatory standards, ethical practices and measurable business value
Leverage Gen AI technologies, including LLMs and Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG), to address CPGR-specific challenges such as supply chain optimization, inventory management and consumer engagement
Communicate AI strategies, opportunities and risks effectively with senior executives and cross-functional teams
Ensure AI solutions are fair, explainable and aligned with responsible AI practices
Work closely with legal and compliance teams to navigate industry regulations, including the EU AI Act and their impact on Gen AI in CPGR
Stay ahead of industry trends, emerging Gen AI technologies and evolving regulatory landscapes
Contribute to pre-sales activities, including client presentations, product demos and responses to RFPs/RFIs
Requirements
Bachelors or Masters degree in Data Science, Computer Science, Statistics or a related field; Ph.D. is a plus
Extensive experience in data science roles with demonstrable impact in the CPGR sector. Experience in IT consulting is highly desirable
Expertise in Gen AI, including Large Language Models (LLMs) and RAG-based solution approaches
Strong understanding of AI/ML tools and platforms such as Azure, AWS, GCP, Databricks, MLFlow and Streamlit
Proficiency in Python and experience with frameworks like Airflow, Plotly Dash or similar tools
Deep understanding of CPGR challenges, including supply chain dynamics, consumer behavior analytics and retail-specific AI applications
Proven track record of implementing responsible AI practices, addressing bias and ensuring model explainability
Strong communication skills with the ability to translate complex AI concepts into actionable insights for senior business leaders
Familiarity with the EU AI regulatory framework and other relevant compliance standards
We offer
EPAM Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)
Protection benefits including life assurance, income protection and critical illness cover
Private medical insurance and dental care
Employee Assistance Program
Competitive group pension plan
Cyclescheme, Techscheme and season ticket loans
Various perks such as free Wednesday lunch in-office, on-site massages and regular social events
Learning and development opportunities including in-house training and coaching, professional certifications, over 22,000 courses on LinkedIn Learning Solutions and much more
If otherwise eligible, participation in the discretionary annual bonus program
If otherwise eligible and hired into a qualifying level, participation in the discretionary Long-Term Incentive (LTI) Program
*All benefits and perks are subject to certain eligibility requirements

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