Data Scientist – AI Projects, Program Management

Company Description

Vectorr AI is a global AI operations and research-support organization specializing in high-quality data operations, RLHF, AI evaluation, and advanced workflow management. We partner with leading AI institutions and technology companies, providing domain-specific and research-driven support to accelerate the development of next-generation AI systems.

About the client

Vectorr AI is hiring on behalf of a leading global AI company focused on advancing AI-driven education and research solutions. The organization collaborates with subject-matter experts to enhance AI-powered learning systems and domain-specific model development.

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Role Description

Vectorr AI is seeking highly skilled Data Scientists from premier institutes to contribute to high-impact AI and data science projects while also leading and mentoring student contributor teams.

The role combines strong technical expertise in data science and machine learning with program and project management responsibilities. Selected candidates will work closely with AI teams to solve complex problems, build analytical solutions, and ensure the smooth execution of project deliverables while guiding emerging technical talent.

This position requires individuals who can balance hands-on technical work, mentorship, and coordination across project workstreams while maintaining high-quality outputs in a fast-paced AI environment.

Engagement Terms

• Role: Independent Contractor (IC)
• Location: Remote
• Availability Requirement: 35–40 hours per week
• Compensation: $60–$80 per hour (based on experience and profile)
• Experience Required: Strong experience in Data Science / Machine Learning

Responsibilities

Data Science and AI Decelopment

• Apply data science and machine learning techniques to solve complex analytical problems
• Work on AI model development, data analysis, experimentation, and evaluation
• Build and optimize data pipelines, analytical models, and ML workflows
• Support AI teams with insights derived from large datasets

Project and Program Management

• Manage project workstreams and coordinate task execution across contributors
• Track project progress and ensure timely delivery of milestones
• Maintain high-quality standards for deliverables and technical outputs

Mentorship and Team Leadership

• Guide and mentor student contributors working on AI-related projects
• Provide technical feedback, review work outputs, and support learning development
• Foster a collaborative and high-performance team environment

Cross Functional Collaboration

• Work closely with AI researchers, engineers, and project stakeholders
• Communicate technical findings and progress updates effectively
• Contribute to process improvements and operational efficiency across projects

Qualifications

• Strong background in Data Science, Machine Learning, or related fields
• Graduate from premier institutes such as:
• Indian Institutes of Technology (IITs)
• Other Tier-1 engineering or technology institutions
• Strong programming and analytical skills
• Experience with data analysis, statistical modeling, and ML frameworks
• Ability to manage multiple project workstreams efficiently
• Excellent problem-solving and communication skills
• Ability to work independently in a remote and fast-paced environment

Preferred Skills

• Experience mentoring students or junior technical contributors
• Prior exposure to program or project management in technical environments
• Experience working on large-scale AI or machine learning projects
• Strong proficiency in Python and data science libraries
• Familiarity with collaborative development environments and workflow management