Data Scientist - Houston, TX

Join Robert Half's innovative team as a Data Scientist in the heart of Houston, Texas. This full-time role offers an exciting opportunity to leverage cutting-edge Artificial Intelligence (AI), Natural Language Processing (NLP), Computer Vision (CV), and Generative AI technologies to solve real-world business challenges. If you're a passionate problem-solver with expertise in large language models (LLMs) and multi-agent systems, this position at Robert Half will allow you to design, train, and deploy scalable AI/ML models that deliver measurable impact.

About the Role

In this dynamic Data Scientist position, you'll work in a fast-paced environment at Robert Half, a leader in professional services. Houston, TX, known as the Energy Capital of the World, is booming with opportunities in tech, finance, and energy sectors, making it the perfect location for AI innovation. You'll transform complex datasets into actionable insights, building advanced AI solutions that drive business growth. Robert Half values innovation, collaboration, and excellence, providing the resources you need to thrive. Whether fine-tuning LLMs or optimizing inference for production-scale deployment, your work will directly contribute to client success across industries.

Key Responsibilities

As a Data Scientist at Robert Half, your role will encompass a wide range of high-impact tasks:

• Develop, train, and optimize machine learning and deep learning models using state-of-the-art frameworks like TensorFlow and PyTorch.
• Build advanced AI solutions leveraging LLMs, multi-agent systems, fine-tuning methods, and inference optimization techniques to enhance model performance and efficiency.
• Translate complex data science methodologies into clear, actionable insights for business stakeholders, bridging the gap between technical innovation and strategic decision-making.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams—including engineers, product managers, and executives—to ensure AI solutions align seamlessly with business needs and objectives.
• Create compelling presentations, interactive dashboards, and engaging data stories tailored for non-technical audiences, using tools like Tableau, Power BI, or custom visualizations.
• Contribute to innovation initiatives involving NLP for text analysis, CV for image and video processing, Generative AI for content creation, and predictive analytics for forecasting.
• Stay ahead of industry trends in AI/ML, experimenting with emerging technologies to maintain Robert Half's competitive edge.
• Deploy models to cloud platforms like AWS, Azure, or GCP, ensuring scalability, reliability, and security in production environments.

Required Qualifications

To excel in this Data Scientist role at Robert Half in Houston, TX, you should possess:

• A Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Data Science, Statistics, Mathematics, or a related field; PhD preferred for advanced research roles.
• 3+ years of hands-on experience in AI/ML development, with a strong portfolio of deployed models.
• Deep expertise in Artificial Intelligence, NLP (e.g., BERT, GPT models), Computer Vision (e.g., YOLO, ResNet), and Generative AI (e.g., Stable Diffusion, GANs).
• Proficiency in Python, R, SQL, and ML libraries such as scikit-learn, Hugging Face Transformers, OpenCV, and LangChain.
• Demonstrated experience with LLMs, multi-agent systems, model fine-tuning (e.g., PEFT, LoRA), and inference optimization (e.g., quantization, distillation).
• Strong communication skills to present complex findings to diverse audiences, with experience in data visualization and storytelling.
• Ability to work collaboratively in agile teams, with a track record of delivering projects on time.
• Familiarity with MLOps practices, version control (Git), and cloud computing for scalable AI deployments.

Bonus qualifications include publications in AI conferences, contributions to open-source projects, or domain knowledge in energy, finance, or healthcare—key sectors in Houston.

Why Join Us at Robert Half?

Robert Half offers more than just a job; it's a career-launching platform in Houston's vibrant tech scene. Enjoy a competitive salary range of $120,000–$180,000 annually (based on experience), comprehensive benefits including health insurance, 401(k) matching, and professional development stipends. Our flexible hybrid work model supports work-life balance, while our culture fosters innovation and growth. Be part of a team pushing AI boundaries—apply now for Data Scientist jobs in Houston, TX, and elevate your career with Robert Half!

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