When you join Verizon
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What you'll be doing...
This position is for a Data Science entry-level role in the Verizon Global Network & Technology organization. In this role, you will be responsible for assisting with leveraging big data tools and programming frameworks to ensure that the raw data gathered from data pipelines are redefined as data science models that are ready to scale as needed. You will work under supervision to assert that production ML tasks are working properly in terms of actual execution and scheduling, ensuring that data science code is maintainable and scalable.
As a Data Scientist you will:
- Support the implementation of data science prototypes.
- Research and provide input on ML algorithms and tools.
- Analyze and gather input in areas including information retrieval, distributed computing, large-scale system design, networking, and data storage, security, artificial intelligence, natural language processing, UI design, and mobile.
- Develop one's skill set and stay up-to-date on developments in the field.
- Select appropriate datasets and data representation methods.
- Gather and input information into existing ML libraries and frameworks.
- Run machine learning tests.
- Develop, test, deploy, and maintain machine learning system software.
You must be currently enrolled in a degree program and be in good academic standing to be considered.
In this hybrid full-time position, you'll have a defined work location that includes work from home and assigned office days set by your manager. This hybrid role will be based out of Basking Ridge, NJ.
What we're looking for...
You're a motivated self-starter. Never satisfied with the status quo, you're always trying to perform at your personal best. You thrive in a fast-paced environment where new challenges come up every day. You are flexible, dependable, and work well in varying environments. Learning quickly is personally rewarding and inspires you to take smart risks.
You'll need to have:
- Authorization to work in the U.S. without restrictions or need for future sponsorship.
- Current enrollment in a Bachelor's or Master's degree majoring in Telecommunications, Information Technology, Engineering, Data Analytics, Data Science, Computer Science or related majors with a completion date of June 2024.
- Coursework or demonstrated experience in Python, Java, and C++.
- Coursework or experience in deep learning (ex: CV models and other data models).
- Coursework or experience in API Integration, Integrating AI models with the software development life cycle.
- Willingness to travel and work in Basking Ridge, NJ.
Even better if you have one or more of the following:
- Demonstrated strong written and communication skills.
- Experience working with Microsoft Office and/or Google Suite.
- Proficient in Deep Learning: CV models, other data models (TensorFlow, Ansile).
- Experience in Generative AI - NLP, LLMs, Open AI, GitHub Copilot, or ChatGPT integration.
- Experience in AI/ML - Anomaly detection and Data Visualization.
- Ability to work with/in Supervised and Unsupervised Learning, Deep Learning Networks, Natural Language Processing or Computer Vision, Recommender Systems, Python, and/or Software/ML Tools.
If Verizon and this role sound like a fit for you, we encourage you to apply even if you don't meet every "even better" qualification listed above.
Where you'll be working
In this hybrid role, you'll have a defined work location that includes work from home and assigned office days set by your manager.
Scheduled Weekly Hours
40
Equal Employment Opportunity
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