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Data Scientist 2

Epitec, Inc

Chillicothe, IL

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JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$60–$62 Per Hour
SKILLS
3D Modeling, Amazon Web Services (AWS), Application Programming Interface (API), Artificial Intelligence (AI), Best Practices, Cloud Computing, Code Reviews, Communication Skills, Computer Vision, Continuous Deployment/Delivery, Continuous Integration, Customer/Client Research, Data Formats, Data Processing, Data Science, Data Sets, Debugging Skills, Git, GitHub, JavaScript, Problem Solving Skills, Process Development, Process Improvement, Python Programming/Scripting Language, Software Development, Source Code/Configuration Management (SCM), Team Player, Technical Presentation, User Interface (UI) Requirements, User Interface/Experience (UI/UX)
LOCATION
Chillicothe, IL
POSTED
1 day ago
Epitec
POSITION: Data Scientist 2
JOB TYPE: W2, Onsite, Full-time, ongoing contract,
1st Shift - M-F
LOCATION: Chillicothe Illinois 61523
JOB SUMMARY FOR DATA SCIENTIST 2:
  • We are seeking a Data Scientist to join our leading client's team.
  • Candidate will have hands-on exposure to the full annotation workflow for autonomous vehicles -from raw sensor data (rosbags) through 2D/3D labeling to model training
  • Opportunity to work across the stack: Python backend pipelines, JavaScript/UI front-end, and cloud infrastructure (AWS)
  • Pay Range: $60- $62/hour depending on experience and benefits package
RESPONSIBILITIES FOR DATA SCIENTIST 2:
  • Integrating the rosbag-to-COCO conversion pipeline into our workflows
  • Implementing 2D ? 3D projection mapping to integrate the auto-annotation pipeline
  • Maintaining and enhancing the UI/UX for viewing 2D/3D annotations in CVAT (Computer Vision Annotation Tool)
  • Supporting model updates to the annotation pipeline (ability to swap out models)
  • Building and maintaining CI/CD infrastructure
  • Working with data in AWS (push/pull workflows)
  • Collaborating via GitHub: creating PRs, participating in code reviews, and writing design docs
  • Add/update APIs to query from CVAT Rest API
  • Hands-on exposure to the full annotation workflow for autonomous vehicles -from raw sensor data (rosbags) through 2D/3D labeling to model training
  • Opportunity to work across the stack: Python backend pipelines, JavaScript/UI front-end, and cloud infrastructure (AWS)
  • Experience with cutting-edge techniques including coordinate transforms, BEV Fusion, and ensemble ML pipelines
  • Opportunity to leverage agentic workflows in software development—using AI-driven coding agents to accelerate iteration, automate repetitive tasks, and adopt modern engineering practices that go beyond single-shot prompting
  • Ownership of meaningful features in a production annotation platform (CVAT)
REQUIRED EXPERIENCE FOR DATA SCIENTIST 2:
Education & Experience Required:
  • Years of experience: 2-4 years
  • Degree requirement:  BS Degree
Top 3 Skills
  • Python - Core language for pipeline development, data processing, and ML model integration
  • Agentic coding best practices - Understanding effective AI-assisted workflows to accelerate development beyond single-shot prompting
  • Transforming customer requirements into UI/UX – Ability to translate stakeholder needs into functional, intuitive interfaces within the CVAT platform
Additional Technical Skills
(Required)
  • Python
  • Experience with annotation or ML workflows
  • Familiarity with coordinate transforms (e.g. 2D?3D projection)
  • Git/GitHub (PRs, code reviews, branching workflows
(Desired)
  • JavaScript
  • Experience with CVAT or similar annotation tools
  • Familiarity with ROS/rosbag data formats
  • Knowledge of COCO dataset format
  • Experience with BEV Fusion or 3D object detection pipelines
  • UI/UX development experience

Soft Skills
(Required)
  • Strong communication skills - ability to gather and clarify customer requirements and translate them into actionable work
  • Self-motivated and able to work independently with minimal supervision
  • Collaborative mindset - comfortable working in small teams, giving and receiving code review feedback
  • Problem-solving orientation -able to debug complex pipeline issues and propose creative solutions

(Desired)
  • Comfort presenting technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders
  • Proactive in identifying process improvements and suggesting enhancement
  • Ability to see a solution beyond communicated requirements – focusing on ‘how it will be used’ rather than ‘did it meet requirements’
Disqualifiers/Red Flags/Overqualifications:
(Flags)
  • Job hopping – not staying in a job for more than 6 months
  • Working multiple jobs concurrently
  • No Python experience
  • No experience with version control (Git/GitHub)
  • Unable to demonstrate understanding of AI-assisted or agentic coding workflows

Why should you choose Epitec?
We started Epitec with a single focus, “Placing People First.” Knowing every good endeavor begins with listening and understanding, we’ve set about challenging every part of the employment process. Bringing the proper connections together for the perfect fit.
How is Epitec different?
Epitec gets to know our prospective employees, using these insights to locate the perfect placement for you. We are there, every step of the way. Providing a best-in-class compensation package combined with the opportunity to grow financially and personally through your work.
What is the result?
Epitec represents the world’s top companies and works to fill their open jobs with the world’s best talent. That’s led to Epitec servicing an impressive list of Fortune 100 companies. We've also won many awards, including one of Crain’s Detroit Business “Cool Places to Work,” and 101 Best & Brightest – local, national and elite winner. And that’s just the beginning, as we work to innovate the way the world thinks about employment.

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About the Company

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Epitec, Inc

Epitec is a leading staffing and recruiting services company with a mission to make staffing personal. We go beyond traditional hiring by truly understanding our candidates and matching them with the perfect opportunities. We offer competitive compensation, career growth, and support throughout the entire process. Working with top Fortune 500 companies, we are recognized for our excellence with numerous awards, including Best & Brightest and diversity recognitions. At Epitec, we're redefining the future of employment. 

COMPANY SIZE
2,500 to 4,999 employees
INDUSTRY
Staffing/Employment Agencies
EMPLOYEE BENEFITS
Professional Development, 401K, Employee Referral Program, Life Insurance
FOUNDED
1978
WEBSITE
https://epitec.com/