Senior Lead Data Science Consultant - Conduct Management

About the Role

Key Responsibilities

• Lead strategy, design, and implementation of complex initiatives utilizing cutting edge AI models, machine learning algorithms, and statistical techniques.
• Partner and consult with Conduct Management business leaders to understand strategic goals and translate them into AI/ML initiatives.
• Mentor and guide a small team of data scientists, fostering a collaborative and high-performance culture.
• Ensure data quality, model accuracy, and reproducibility through rigorous validation and documentation.
• Communicate insights and recommendations clearly to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Collaborate with data engineering and IT teams to ensure scalable and secure deployment of analytics solutions.
• Provide direction and expertise to leadership on implementing innovative AI/ML-driven business solutions that are strategically focused.
• Serve as an expert advisor to Conduct Management executives on complex, visible, and diverse solutions.
• Enforce and establish best practices related to data quality and governance.

Requirements

• 7+ years of Analytics, Data Science, Statistics or equivalent experience demonstrated through work experience, training, military experience, or education.
• 5+ years of experience with Python/R and other programming languages.
• 3+ years of experience in a leadership or mentorship role.
• Master's degree or higher in a quantitative discipline such as mathematics, statistics, engineering, physics, economics, or computer science.

Nice to Have

• 5+ years of experience with AI/ML concepts, including large language models (LLMs), deep learning, or natural language processing (NLP).
• 5+ years of experience with SDLC and Agile tools such as JIRA, GitHub, Confluence.
• Exposure to AI/MLOps practices and model deployment pipelines.
• Strong analytical skills with experience using data and insights to inform business decisions.
• Strong project management skills, with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and meet tight deadlines.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for cross-functional teams.
• Experience extracting data-driven insights from technical systems and business processes.

Qualifications

• Educational background includes a Master's degree or higher in a relevant quantitative discipline.

Benefits & Perks

• Hybrid work schedule
• Travel up to 10%
• Location options in Charlotte, NC (Uptown) and West Des Moines, IA