Switzerland - Zürich

Information Technology (IT)

Group Functions

Your role

Are you passionate about leveraging data science and cutting-edge technologies to tackle real-world business challenges? Do you thrive on solving complex problems across various domains?
If so, we invite you to play a pivotal role in developing operational Artificial Intelligence (AI) models at UBS.

We are looking for a Senior Data Scientist to:
• manage the entire lifecycle of data science projects, from problem definition and objective setting to data collection and cleaning, model building and deployment, and results evaluation and reporting
• utilize advanced analytical techniques and tools to explore, visualize, and summarize data of the highest confidentiality, clearly communicating findings and recommendations
• design, build, and test AI models, adhering to best practices and industry standards
• work with IT teams to facilitate the deployment of AI models into production environments
• provide guidance and coaching to junior data scientists
• partner with senior management to build awareness, assess opportunities for AI technologies and maximize the impact of the function

Job Reference #

301884BR

City

Zürich

Job Type

Full Time

Your team

You will be joining our dynamic Zurich pod, a part of the larger Generative AI Crew. This Crew falls under the umbrella of the Group Emerging Technology (GET) division at Group Operations and Technology Office (GOTO). This exciting opportunity places you at the cutting edge of technology innovation. As a key member of our global Crew with active pods in Singapore and India, you will delve into the exciting realm of emerging technologies, working on high-impact projects that bring substantial value to our company and help build Gen AI capabilities.

Your expertise

• advanced degree in quantitative field such as Data Science, Computer Science, Engineering, Statistics, or a related discipline
• at least 5 years of professional experience in a Data Scientist role
• extensive knowledge and hands-on experience with machine learning models for classification, clustering, and anomaly detection, particularly for Natural Language Processing (NLP) tasks
• hands-on experience with Large Language Models (LLMs) is a plus
• experience with computer vision and speech tasks is a plus
• proficiency in writing production-level Python code and utilizing the Python scientific stack for data analysis, machine learning, and NLP
• experience in deploying models in cloud environments
• excellent project management skills, with the ability to manage individual project priorities, deadlines, and deliverables
• a self-starter with a proactive and driven mindset, able to excel in a lean and fast-paced environment; strong problem-solving abilities with a focus on practical and implementable solutions
• excellent written and verbal communication skills in English, capable of explaining complex models to various stakeholders; a team player interested in building a network across a global organization

About us

UBS is the world’s largest and the only truly global wealth manager. We operate through four business divisions: Global Wealth Management, Personal & Corporate Banking, Asset Management and the Investment Bank. Our global reach and the breadth of our expertise set us apart from our competitors..

We have a presence in all major financial centers in more than 50 countries.

Join us

At UBS, we embrace flexible ways of working when the role permits. We offer different working arrangements like part-time, job-sharing and hybrid (office and home) working. Our purpose-led culture and global infrastructure help us connect, collaborate, and work together in agile ways to meet all our business needs.

From gaining new experiences in different roles to acquiring fresh knowledge and skills, we know that great work is never done alone. We know that it's our people, with their unique backgrounds, skills, experience levels and interests, who drive our ongoing success. Together we’re more than ourselves. Ready to be part of #teamUBS and make an impact?

Contact Details

UBS Business Solutions SA
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Disclaimer / Policy statements

UBS is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We respect and seek to empower each individual and support the diverse cultures, perspectives, skills and experiences within our workforce.