Job Description

Are you a passionate Data Scientist with a flair for Artificial Intelligence and machine learning? Do you thrive on innovating and solving business problems with cutting-edge technology? Join Ankura’s Data & Technology Practice, where you'll work alongside a team of experts in AI and analytics to develop and implement solutions that drive business transformation.

As a Senior Data Scientist, you’ll play a critical role in building advanced AI solutions that address complex business challenges for leading organizations across industries. This is a remote position, offering you the flexibility to work from anywhere in the United States, with opportunities to collaborate with a talented, interdisciplinary team of professionals.

What You'll Do:

• Lead product advocacy by engaging with internal customers and conducting demos for prospective clients.
• Apply AI, machine learning, and advanced analytics techniques to develop actionable solutions for business problems.
• Develop, maintain, and deploy analytics software that powers AI-driven decision-making across various industries.
• Build strong relationships with internal teams, including analytics, consulting, and research, to bring new tools and models to market.
• Analyze the competitive landscape to identify opportunities and differentiators for our solutions.
• Drive innovation by staying ahead of industry trends and contributing to impactful, cutting-edge projects.

What You’ll Need:

• A BA/BS in Computer Science, Engineering, Business Analytics, or another analytical field. Advanced degree preferred.
• 5-7+ years of experience as a Data Scientist working with large datasets and applying AI/ML algorithms.
• At least 1-2 AI projects (internal or external) using Generative AI.
• Strong experience with Python/R and proficiency in C#, Scala, or Spark is a plus.
• A deep understanding of Generative AI, LLMs, fine-tuning techniques, evaluation, and prompt engineering.
• Proficiency in machine learning/deep learning algorithms, especially with structured and unstructured data.
• Strong mathematical and statistical knowledge behind AI/ML algorithms.
• Experience with Natural Language Processing (NLP) and libraries like Stanford NLTK.
• Strong skills in SQL and cloud infrastructure (Azure, AWS, or GCP).
• Visualization tools like PowerBI or Tableau are a plus.
• Familiarity with automated ML tools (e.g., Dataiku, DataRobot, H20.AI) is a plus.
• Ability to travel up to 25% depending on project needs.

Why Ankura?

• Work in a flexible, remote-first environment with a team that’s focused on growth and innovation.
• Competitive salary and an exciting opportunity for career advancement.
• Collaborate with leading experts across AI, machine learning, and data analytics.
• Impactful work that drives transformation for businesses globally.
• Ankura is committed to fostering an inclusive culture where everyone can thrive, and we encourage diverse applicants to join us.

Compensation:

• A reasonable estimate of the base salary range for this role is between $85,000 - $200,000, based on experience, skills, and qualifications.
• Additional benefits and performance incentives apply.