Advanced Data Science Consultant

What You'll Do

• Execute and lead the application of numerical optimization techniques on large, unstructured datasets to solve problems.
• Collaborate with engineering teams to deploy optimization-based solutions on datasets of large dimensionality to create practical solutions that achieve desired results in a computationally efficient and statistically effective manner.
• Play a key role in the development of data science capabilities for solving problems and offerings that create scale and advance our analytic capabilities.
• Lead conversations with clients and other ZS stakeholders to effectively integrate and communicate analysis findings.
• Evaluate emerging datasets and technologies and help define our analytic platform.
• Own the development of select assets/accelerators that create scale.
• Contribute to thought leadership through research and publications.
• Guide and manage project teams of Associates/Associate Consultants.

What You'll Bring

• Bachelor's degree in computer science, Information Technology, or a related field (or equivalent work experience).
• 6 – 9 years of relevant experience.
• Strong theoretical and applied understanding of linear programming, convex optimization, non-linear programming, and other optimization topics.
• Experience with other data science concepts and algorithms (e.g., supervised/unsupervised learning, reinforcement learning, simulation modeling, recommender systems, etc.).
• Relevant programming background (e.g., Python/R).
• Understanding of relevant tools/platforms (e.g., ML/data engineering tools and platforms).

Team management and skill development experience.

• Agile project planning and project management experience preferred.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Strong attention to detail, with a research-focused mindset.
• Excellent critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
• High motivation, good work ethic, and maturity.