Data Scientist (GenAI & LLM Specialist)

About the role

Girl Effect is seeking a Data Scientist with deep expertise in Generative AI and Large Language Models to help scale safe, AI‑driven chatbot experiences for adolescent girls across Africa and Asia. You will work at the intersection of technology, behavioral science, and social impact.

Key responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain GenAI features that process user submissions while adhering to strict safety guardrails.
• Integrate and orchestrate LLMs such as OpenAI GPT, Google Gemini, and Anthropic Claude within Python‑based services.
• Build and optimise custom Retrieval‑Augmented Generation (RAG) pipelines on Azure infrastructure.
• Collaborate with data scientists, mental‑health experts, and safeguarding teams to align technical solutions with impact goals.
• Define architectural standards and guide the full software development lifecycle for AI products.

Required profile

• Hands‑on experience building with modern AI frameworks and LLMs.
• Post‑graduate degree in Data Science or a related field.
• Strong commitment to user safety and responsible AI practices.
• Excellent ability to translate technical concepts for non‑technical stakeholders.

Required skills

• Python programming
• Azure cloud services
• OpenAI GPT integration
• Google Gemini integration
• Anthropic Claude integration
• Retrieval‑Augmented Generation (RAG) pipelines
• Real‑time performance monitoring and metrics