Job Opportunities in Portugal

Country/Region: PT

City: Lisbon

Company: EDP, S.A.

The DGU Data & AI Strat., Gov. & Tech Coe is looking to recruit a Gen AI Data Scientist.

EDP is a global energy group present in around 30 markets with a particular emphasis on renewable energies. With more than 45 years of experience, we have been consolidating a relevant presence on the world energy scene based on the commitment to be all-green by 2030, leading the energy transition. With more than 13,000 employees around the world, we are committed to using our energy and heart to drive a better tomorrow.

What you will do:
This role involves developing and maintaining web applications that leverage generative AI models, focusing on both frontend and backend technologies. The ideal candidate will have expertise in Angular and React for frontend development and a strong background in backend development using the Azure stack.

• Gen AI Model Application:
  • Apply Generative AI models and techniques such as semantic indexing, summarization, prompt engineering, and advanced RAG to implement and enhance AI products;
  • Experiment with and implement state-of-the-art Gen AI frameworks and tools.
• Data Analysis and Modeling:
  • Analyze large text corpora to identify trends, patterns, and insights;
  • Develop and implement applications involving vector databases, foundational models, multi Gen AI agents, Gen AI chatbots, and other related technologies;
  • Validate and refine models, indexing procedures, and prompts to ensure accuracy, reliability, and ensuring testing reproducibility.
• Data & Gen AI Pipeline Development:
  • Design and develop data pipelines for data preparation, processing, quality augmentation, indexing in vector databases alongside Data Engineers for Gen AI.
• Technical Knowledge:
  • Understand technical topics and develop expertise in Gen AI;
  • Stay updated with the latest advancements in related techniques and Gen AI models;
  • Experiment with new tools, frameworks, and technologies to improve existing systems and established practices (increasing maturity).
• Collaboration and Communication:
  • Work closely with cross-functional teams to understand business requirements and translate them into technical solutions;
  • Ensure documentation, reproducibility, and common practices to enhance collaboration;
  • Communicate findings and insights to nontechnical stakeholders through reports, visualizations, and presentations;
  • Focus on several dimensions of a Gen AI project including feasibility, value opportunity, adoption, complexity, maintainability.
• Innovation and Reusability:
  • Analyze and anticipate parts of projects thatcan be elevated to AI components which are reused in a systematic way to solve typical Gen AI challenges;
  • Develop and maintain reusable Gen AI components driven by Gen AI acceleration of development.

Employment type: Full-Time
Work site: Hybrid Model

What are we looking for:

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in computer science, Information Technology, Engineering or a related field;
• Proven experience in Generative AI and machine learning. Hands-on experience with foundational models, prompt engineering and RAG;
• Technical Expertise:
  • Proficiency in programming languages such as Python. Experience with machine learning and Gen AI frameworks such as lang Chain, Llama Index, Promptify, Streamlit, or similar;
  • Knowledge of cloud platforms and containerization concepts;
  • Understanding of data governance and MLOps (LLMOps);
  • Experience with CI/CD pipelines and Dev Ops practices.
• Ability to manage multiple projects, meet deadlines, and manage expectations;
• Some knowledge in Agile methodologies;
• Proficiency in using project management tools such as Jira or similar;
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to articulate complex technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders;
• Analytical and problem-solving mindset with attention to detail;
• This role requires strong collaboration with various teams, including solution architects, development, operations, and business teams. Excellent communication skills are essential, as this role involves explaining complex technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders.

More than academic knowledge and technical skills, we are looking for ambitious people who are enthusiastic about the future and who bring human skills aligned with our purpose.

Equal opportunities for all
Our vision is that each person combines their unique characteristics and experiences to fulfill our mission of creating new energy for the planet. We are an inclusive employer, ensuring all candidates are treated fairly throughout the recruitment process. We welcome and value all people, and we are committed to fostering a sense of belonging for each person who is part of the EDP group.

Need more reasons to apply?
As a top employer we:

• Empower our employees through a positive and innovative work environment that promotes collaboration and agile decision-making;
• Respect and value each person, providing a flexible, healthy, and inclusive workplace with a range of attractive benefits;
• Provide a meaningful work experience and prepare our people for future challenges through different opportunities for development and internal mobility;

Our efforts have resulted in several distinctions over time, highlighting the EDP group's strong positioning and its dedication and commitment to attracting and retaining the best talent:

• Top employer certification by Top Employers Institute
• Part of the Bloomberg Gender-Equality Index
• Global certification as a family-responsible company by Fundación Másfamília
• Top 100 Workplaces by Houston Chronicle

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