Role Summary :We are seeking a highly skilled Senior Data Science Consultant with 8+ years of experience to lead an internal optimization initiative.The ideal candidate should have a strong background in data science, operations research, and mathematical optimization, with a proven track record of applying these skills to solve complex business problems.This role requires a blend of technical depth, business acumen, and collaborative communication.A background in internal efficiency/operations improvement or cost/resource optimization projects is highly desirable.
Key Responsibilities :
- Lead and contribute to internal optimization-focused data science projects from design to deployment.- Develop and implement mathematical models to optimize resource allocation, process performance, and decision-making.- Use techniques such as linear programming, mixed-integer programming, heuristic and metaheuristic algorithms.- Collaborate with business stakeholders to gather requirements and translate them into data science use cases.- Build robust data pipelines and use statistical and machine learning methods to drive insights.- Communicate complex technical findings in a clear, concise manner to both technical and non-technical audiences.- Mentor junior team members and contribute to knowledge sharing and best practices within the team.
Required Skills And Qualifications :
- Masters or PhD in Data Science, Computer Science, Operations Research, Applied Mathematics, or related fields.- Minimum 8 years of relevant experience in data science, with a strong focus on optimization.- Expertise in Python (NumPy, Pandas, SciPy, Scikit-learn), SQL, and optimization libraries such as PuLP, Pyomo, Gurobi, or CPLEX.- Experience with end-to-end lifecycle of internal optimization projects.- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.- Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities.
Preferred Qualifications :
- Experience working on internal company projects focused on logistics, resource planning, workforce optimization, or cost reduction.- Exposure to tools/platforms like Databricks, Azure ML, or AWS SageMaker.- Familiarity with dashboards and visualization tools like Power BI or Tableau.- Prior experience in consulting or internal centers of excellence (CoE) is a plus.
Keyskills: Data Science Power BI AWS SageMaker Operations Research Pandas Numpy Scikit-Learn Python SQL