Senior Data Scientist & Product Manager (17607)

Baer is looking for Senior Data Scientist & Product Manager for a Contact-to-Hire project located in Atlanta, GA.
Title: Senior Data Scientist & Product Manager
Location: Hybrid Atlanta, GA (3 days/week on-site)
Duration: Contract-to-Hire
Rate: All-inclusive
Alignment: W2 or C2C
Overview:
We are seeking an experienced Senior Data Scientist & Product Manager to lead the strategy, development, and delivery of innovative Computer Vision solutions. This hybrid role combines technical leadership in AI/ML and computer vision with product ownership, driving the roadmap, vision, and business outcomes for computer vision applications. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams, business stakeholders, and external technology partners to deliver scalable, high-impact AI products.
Description:

• Lead the design, development, and optimization of Computer Vision and Machine Learning solutions
• Define and manage the product vision, roadmap, priorities, and business objectives for Computer Vision products.
• Build and enhance image processing pipelines, rules engines, and AI-powered applications.
• Partner with engineering, data science, and business teams to deliver scalable, high-quality solutions.
• Work with external Image Recognition (IR) vendors to improve model performance, accuracy, and product quality.
• Define product KPIs, monitor performance, and drive continuous improvements based on data and user feedback.
• Support AI model lifecycle activities including training, validation, deployment, monitoring, and optimization.
• Manage product backlogs, requirements, release planning, and stakeholder communications.
• Research emerging AI, Computer Vision, and Generative AI technologies to identify new business opportunities.
• Mentor technical teams and provide leadership on best practices in AI, Machine Learning, and product development.

Requirements:

• 7+ years of experience in Data Science or Machine Learning, including 3+ years in Computer Vision.
• Strong experience with Python and Computer Vision frameworks such as PyTorch, TensorFlow, and OpenCV.
• Hands-on knowledge of the complete Machine Learning lifecycle, including model deployment and monitoring.
• Experience leading AI/ML projects from concept through production.
• Proven experience managing product roadmaps, priorities, and business outcomes.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
• Experience working with cross-functional teams and external technology partners.
• Experience as a Product Owner or Product Manager for AI/ML products.
• Knowledge of Image Recognition solutions in Retail, CPG, or Supply Chain environments.
• Experience with Azure, Databricks, APIs, SDKs, CI/CD, and cloud-native architectures.
• Familiarity with Generative AI, foundation models, and modern AI technologies.
• Experience with rules engines, business logic frameworks, and data platforms.
• Bachelor's Degree.

Company Overview:
Baer provides best-in-class engagement experiences for our consultants. Our job requirements are carefully vetted and are typically associated with pivotal programs offering tremendous opportunities to expand your skills leveraging the latest solutions.

Baer is an equal opportunity employer including disability/veteran.