What you'll do: Advanced Data Science Manager in AI will...
- Lead and mentor a team of data scientists, providing guidance and support to ensure the successful execution of client projects.
- Develop and implement data science strategies that align with the overall goals of the AI team and the organization.
- Drive business and strategy development through project delivery and client relationship management;
- Develop/sell new business opportunities
- Direct multiple projects simultaneously, honing analytic and project management skills;
- Play a key role in development of data science capabilities and offerings that create scale and advance our analytic platform;
- Motivate, coach and serve as a role model for project team members
- Provide thought leadership and innovation through research and publication.
What you'll bring:- PhD degree in Computer Science, Statistics or related discipline;
- 8+ years of relevant post-collegiate work experience; in lieu of a PhD, 10+ years of work experience may substitute.
- MBA or Executive MBA (on top of data science education) is preferred
- Experience with big data, claims analytics, advanced analytics concepts and algorithms (e.g. text mining, social listening, recommender systems, predictive modeling, Gen AI, proficiency with large language models etc.);
- Relevant programming background (e.g. Python/R);
- Strong understanding of relevant tools/platforms (e.g. cloud platforms such AWS/Azure);
- Proven track record of business development
- Agile project planning and project management experience;
- Team management and skill development experience;
- Relevant domain knowledge preferred; (healthcare, pharma);
- Excellent oral and written communication skills;
- Strong attention to detail, with a research-focused mindset;
- Excellent critical thinking and problem solving skills
- Fluency in English
- Client-first mentality
- Intense work ethic
- Collaborative spirit and problem-solving approach
At ZS, your growth matters. We offer a comprehensive total rewards package that supports your health and well-being, financial future, time away, and professional development. With robust skills-building programs, multiple career progression paths, internal mobility, and a deeply collaborative culture, you'll have the opportunity to do meaningful work, expand your capabilities, and thrive as part of a global community. For details on total rewards in United States, visit ZS US office locations | Where we work | ZS.
