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Senior Data Scientist

KellyMitchell Group
Fort Worth, TX Contractor
POSTED ON 8/8/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 12/31/2026
Job Summary

Our client, a leading airline organization, is seeking a Senior Data Scientist to join their team! This is a 4-month contract position located in Fort Worth, TX, requiring onsite work Tuesday through Thursday with remote work on Mondays and Fridays.



This position is W-2 only. We do not work with third-party firms or C2C arrangements for this role.


Core Responsibilities
  • Design, build, and deploy production-ready machine learning and Generative AI solutions supporting enterprise customer experience initiatives
  • Develop and optimize ML pipelines, model deployment processes, orchestration, monitoring, and production support
  • Build customer-facing GenAI applications utilizing LLMs, prompt engineering, RAG architectures, and knowledge base solutions
  • Collaborate with data scientists, data engineers, and product teams to deliver scalable AI solutions
  • Develop high-quality Python applications with a focus on performance, testing, maintainability, and code optimization
  • Prepare, analyze, and transform data to support feature engineering and model development
  • Continuously improve existing AI solutions while contributing to the design and development of new capabilities
Required Skills/Experience (Must-Haves)
  • Master's or PhD in Data Science, Computer Science, Machine Learning, Statistics, Applied Mathematics, or a related quantitative field
  • 5 years of experience developing machine learning and AI solutions in production environments
  • Expert-level Python programming experience, including production-grade coding, modularization, testing, and performance optimization
  • Hands-on experience designing and implementing Generative AI applications, including LLMs, prompt engineering, RAG architectures, classifiers, and knowledge bases
  • Experience building and deploying end-to-end ML/AI pipelines, including model deployment, orchestration, monitoring, and optimization
  • Strong knowledge of statistical analysis, machine learning techniques, and model development
  • Excellent communication, analytical thinking, and problem-solving skills
Preferred Skills/Experience (Nice-to-Haves)
  • Experience with Azure Machine Learning and Databricks
  • Strong SQL skills and experience working with large datasets
  • Experience with ML lifecycle tools such as MLflow, CI/CD, and model monitoring
  • Experience developing Agentic AI or customer-facing AI applications
  • Knowledge of Microsoft Dynamics
  • Experience within the airline industry
  • Previous consulting experience
Key Competencies & Behaviors
  • Machine Learning & Generative AI Expertise
  • Production-Ready Software Development
  • Cross-Functional Collaboration
  • Analytical Problem Solving
  • Innovation & Continuous Improvement
Work Environment
  • Location: Fort Worth, TX
  • Hybrid: Onsite Tuesday–Thursday | Remote Monday & Friday
Compensation & Benefits
  • Pay Range: The approximate pay range for this position is between $90.00 and $94.00. Please note that the pay range provided is a good faith estimate. Final compensation may vary based on factors including but not limited to background, knowledge, skills, and location. We comply with local wage minimums.
  • Medical, Dental, & Vision Insurance Plans
  • Employee-Owned Profit Sharing (ESOP)
  • 401K offered
About KellyMitchell

At KellyMitchell, our culture is world class. We’re movers and shakers! We don’t mind a bit of friendly competition, and we reward hard work with unlimited potential for growth. This is an exciting opportunity to join a company known for innovative solutions and unsurpassed customer service. We're passionate about helping companies solve their biggest IT staffing & project solutions challenges. As an employee-owned, women-led organization serving Fortune 500 companies nationwide, we deliver expert service at a moment's notice.


 

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