R&d - Ai/machine Learning Engineer

Overview:
PepsiCo’s success is driven by new products and innovative advancements, with the Research and Development (R&D) organization being the core where these innovations come to fruition. The R&D Data Science and Analytics (DSA) team is a center of excellence that empowers our R&D associates by leveraging cutting-edge Data Science, Analytics, and AI techniques.

**Responsibilities**:
Frontend Responsibilities
- Developing User Interfaces: Designing and implementing intuitive and engaging user interfaces using React and JavaScript.
- Integrating AI/ML Features: Incorporating AI/ML functionalities into the frontend to enhance user experience, such as chatbots, recommendation systems, and data visualization

Backend Responsibilities
- Server and Database Management: Developing and maintaining servers and databases to ensure functionality and efficiency
- API Development: Designing and implementing APIs for communication between frontend and backend systems, including AI model endpoints
- Data Management: Handling data storage, retrieval, and manipulation using SQL and NoSQL databases

DevOps and AI/ML specific Responsibilities
- CI/CD Pipelines: Establishing and maintaining continuous integration and continuous deployment pipelines to automate testing and deployment
- Cloud Deployment: Managing deployment processes on Azure cloud platforms
- Developing AI/ML Models: Designing, training, and deploying AI/ML models to solve specific problems, such as rule based engine, natural language processing, and computer vision
- Optimizing AI/ML Algorithms: Fine-tuning AI/ML algorithms for performance, scalability, and accuracy

Qualifications:

- Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Data Science, Information Technologies or a related field.
- 2-3 years of experience in programming languages such as Python (Dash & Flask frameworks), Java, PySpark, and SQL
- Proven experience in setting up CI/CD pipelines using Azure DevOps, GitHub Actions, or equivalent tools.
- Knowledge of automated testing frameworks and deployment strategies tailored for Azure environments.
- Fluent in English and Spanish - this is a global role.
- Ability to write clean, maintainable, and well-documented code.
- Familiarity with RESTful API integration and asynchronous programming
- Hands-on experience with modern JavaScript frameworks/libraries such as React, Angular, or Vue.js.
- Strong understanding of containerization with Docker and orchestration with Kubernetes, particularly in an Azure context (e.g., Azure Kubernetes Service).

Differentiating Competencies Required:

- Strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills
- Effective communication skills and ability to follow detailed written and verbal instructions.
- Self-starter who is proactive in delivering results, with strong organizational skills and flexibility regarding priority changes.
- Ability to work in a cross-functional and global environment.

**What can you expect from us**:

- Opportunities to learn and develop every day through a wide range of programs.
- Internal digital platforms that promote self-learning.
- Development programs according to Leadership skills.
- Specialized training according to the role.
- Learning experiences with internal and external providers.
- We love to celebrate success, which is why we have recognition programs for seniority, behavior, leadership, moments of life, among others.
- Financial wellness programs that will help you reach your goals in all stages of life.
- A flexibility program that will allow you to balance your personal and work life, adapting your working day to your lifestyle.
- And because your family is also important to us, they can also enjoy benefits such as our Wellness Line, thousands of Agreements and Discounts, Scholarship programs for your children, Aid Plans for different moments of life, among others.

**We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. We respect and value diversity as a work force and innovation for the organization.