To fully realize Pfizer’s purpose – Breakthroughs that change patients’ lives – we have established a clear set of expectations regarding “what” we need to achieve for patients and “how” we will go about achieving those goals.
Pfizer Digital takes immense pride in being at the forefront of innovation, harnessing cutting-edge smart technology that profoundly impacts the lives of our patients.
The Pfizer Intelligent Assistance Solutions (IAS) Team within the AI Data and Analytics (AIDA) organization is responsible for the products/platforms strategy of Machine Learning (ML), Natural Language Process (NLP) and Generative AI capabilities across the enterprise. Its mission is to innovate, develop, standardize and scale breakthrough GenAI/AI/ML/NLP solutions, products and platforms that enable Pfizer to connect digitally with all our customers.
We are looking for an AL/ML Engineer with strong experience evaluating, developing and support a variety of machine learning model types, along with various NLP data pipelines to co-create new AI products. You will need to apply state of the art GenAI/ML/NLP and full-stack software engineering techniques to enable end to end intelligent solutions for unique business problems. You will take on the role of Technical Product Owner for new products and lead the vision, strategy and service roadmap for each product. The ideal candidate will be passionate about AI in healthcare and stay up to date with the latest developments in the field.
ROLE RESPONSIBILITIES
Understand business challenges and develop strategy/roadmap to pilot and develop AI software products that help to achieve business goals.
Research, evaluate and develop standard patterns of use for various model types (i.e.: LLMs, SLMs, custom domain specific models).
Evaluate and standardize on model evaluation, validation, MLOps/LLMOps frameworks.
Experiment, develop reusable GenAI/ML/NLP based pipelines through a micro-services-based architecture.
Provide active hands-on technical guidance and leadership through the entire lifecycle of GenAI/NLP based development projects.
Present model outcomes in a business friendly and scientifically rigorous manner.
Managerial responsibility rotational colleagues, interns and contingent workers.
QUALIFICATIONS
Degree in Data Science, Computer Science, Informatics, life sciences, physics, applied mathematics, statistics or related field.
5 years as a data scientist, machine learning or NLP engineer.
5 years working with different types of enterprise and real-world data sets – structured, semi-structured and unstructured data.
Deep hands-on experience with LLMs and GenAI concepts such as prompt engineering, RAG, GraphRAG, and fine-tuning.
Expertise in supervised and unsupervised Machine Learning and Deep Learning techniques, with emphasis on Natural Language Processing (NLP).
Experience with NLP libraries and technologies including Spacy, PyTorch & Deep Learning models.
Expertise in NLP feature engineering and modeling (e.g., text classification, entity recognition, dependency parsing), hyperparameter optimization, model selection and validation.
Experience with State-of-the-Art modeling techniques, such as transformers (e.g., BERT, GPT-_N_).
Proficiency in leveraging cloud-based machine learning resources such as those from Amazon Web Services or Google Cloud for model training and productization.
Strong understanding of Software Engineering and Agile Software Development Life Cycle principles.
Expertise with Python. Good proficiency with SQL, Scala, or Java.
Ability to thrive in a fast-paced multi-disciplinary environment; with the ability to effectively communicate with a diverse audience.
Ability to multitask and lead several project workstreams in parallel.
Present and communicate effectively to senior leadership in non-technical manner.
GENERAL SKILLS REQUIREMENTS
Advisor/Consultancy:
Provides well-informed advice, typically within a specific technical specialization, ensuring that it is properly understood and appropriately exploited, to enhance the effectiveness of significant activities. Provides advice on technical aspects of ML/NLP/GenAI and ensures that relevant technical strategies, policies, standards and practices are applied correctly.
Technical Acumen:
Maintains knowledge of specific technologies provides detailed advice regarding their application, executes specialized tasks.
Thought Leadership & Advocacy:
Develop awareness of industry developments and best practices Provide thought leadership in emerging technologies as they relate to AI topics.
Presentation Skills:
Ability to develop visually simple and appealing PowerPoint presentations and be comfortable with articulating and communicating with the right authority and messaging to a broad range of stakeholders.
PHYSICAL/MENTAL REQUIREMENTS
Ability to manage many parallel objectives and changing priorities.
Ability to work through ambiguous requirements
Strong problem-solving skills.
NON-STANDARD WORK SCHEDULE, TRAVEL OR ENVIRONMENT REQUIREMENTS
Ability to work across time zones to collaborate with teams in Asia, Europe, US (IST, GMT, EST and PST). Must be flexibility to work early or later to support project deliverables and stakeholders.
Other Job Details
Last day to apply: November 4, 2024
Work Location Assignment: Must be able to work from assigned Pfizer office 2-3 days per week, or as needed by the business.
The annual base salary for this position ranges from $93,500.00 to $155,900.00. In addition, this position is eligible for participation in Pfizer’s Global Performance Plan with a bonus target of 12.5% of the base salary and eligibility to participate in our share based long term incentive program. We offer comprehensive and generous benefits and programs to help our colleagues lead healthy lives and to support each of life’s moments. Benefits offered include a 401(k) plan with Pfizer Matching Contributions and an additional Pfizer Retirement Savings Contribution, paid vacation, holiday and personal days, paid caregiver/parental and medical leave, and health benefits to include medical, prescription drug, dental and vision coverage. Learn more at Pfizer Candidate Site – U.S. Benefits | (uscandidates.mypfizerbenefits.com). Pfizer compensation structures and benefit packages are aligned based on the location of hire. The United States salary range provided applies to the Tampa, FL location only. The salary range provided does not apply to any other United States location or locations outside of the United States.
Relocation assistance may be available based on business needs and/or eligibility.
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EEO & Employment Eligibility
Pfizer is committed to equal opportunity in the terms and conditions of employment for all employees and job applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, gender identity or gender expression, national origin, disability or veteran status. Pfizer also complies with all applicable national, state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment as well as work authorization and employment eligibility verification requirements of the Immigration and Nationality Act and IRCA. Pfizer is an E-Verify employer. This position requires permanent work authorization in the United States.
Information & Business Tech
Breakthroughs that change patients’ lives
Research confirms what intuition tells us: that purpose-driven companies perform better, are more innovative, attract and retain the best people, and know how to unleash the power of those people. Pfizer’s purpose—Breakthroughs that change patients' lives—fuels everything we do and reflects our passion for building on our legacy as one of the greatest contributors of good to the world.
Each word in our purpose has meaning and reflects the value we strive to bring to patients and society:
“Breakthroughs” - These are the innovations, scientific and commercial, that we seek to deliver every day. All colleagues, regardless of role, level or location, strive for breakthroughs every day.
“Change” - We want to do more than simply improve patients’ medical conditions; we want to dramatically change their lives for the better.
“Patients’ lives” - We consider not only patients, but everyone they touch—including their families, caregivers, and friends—and everything they love to do. It’s an intentionally holistic view.
Our purpose ensures that patients remain at the center of all we do. We live our purpose by sourcing the best science in the world; partnering with others in the healthcare system to improve access to our medicines; using digital technologies to enhance our drug discovery and development, as well as patient outcomes; and leading the conversation to advocate for pro-innovation/pro-patient policies.
Every decision we make and every action we take is done with the patient in mind—and to nurture an environment where breakthroughs can thrive.
Our Values
To fully realize Pfizer’s purpose, we have established a clear set of expectations regarding “what” we need to achieve for patients and “how” we will go about achieving those goals.
The “how” is represented by four simple, powerful values—courage, excellence, equity, and joy—that define our company and our culture.
Courage: Breakthroughs start by challenging convention, especially in the face of uncertainty or adversity. This happens when we think big, speak up, and are decisive.
Excellence: We can only change patients’ lives when we perform at our best together. This happens when we focus on what matters, agree who does what, and measure our outcomes.
Equity: We believe that every person deserves to be seen, heard, and cared for. This happens when we are inclusive, act with integrity, and reduce healthcare disparities.
Joy: We give ourselves to our work, but it also gives to us. We find joy when we take pride, recognize one another, and have fun.
Pfizer Digital
Pfizer Digital takes immense pride in being at the forefront of innovation, harnessing cutting-edge smart technology that profoundly impacts the lives of our patients.
With the transformative potential of digital solutions, we revolutionize how we discover, develop, and deliver medicines, enabling us to achieve breakthroughs faster and more efficiently.
By streamlining and automating transactional processes, we create valuable time and resources, empowering our talented team to focus on meaningful work that truly makes a difference in healthcare and beyond.
Benefits at Pfizer
Pfizer offers competitive compensation and benefits programs designed to meet the diverse needs of our colleagues. Our Pay for Performance Philosophy and Practices reward colleagues based on the contributions they make to our business.
Our Competitive Benefits Programs help our colleagues by:
Promoting Health and Wellness to help colleagues maintain and improve their physical and mental wellbeing. Pfizer offerings include health and disability insurance, preventative health programs, medical screenings, free or reduced-cost vaccinations, discounts on Pfizer products, mental health support, nutrition and fitness counseling and more.
Strengthening Colleagues’ Financial Security by providing company contributions to retirement plans, life insurance and financial planning education to help colleagues achieve their financial goals.
Providing Benefits and Time off for the Moments that Matter to ensure Pfizer colleagues have the time away from the office to recharge, recover and return to work as the best version of themselves. Vacation, Holiday time and Sick time are just the beginning, with a 12 week parental leave policy for both parents of a new born, 10 day of caregiver leave for those times when your family needs you whether it’s a child, spouse or parent, bereavement leave, and additional country-specific programs.
And so much more, depending on your country and site, Pfizer offers childcare facilities or discount programs, on-site health and/or fitness centers, movement and mindfulness solutions, “Log in for your Day” work flexibility and so much more.