AI-Driven Data Scientist: ML & Insights Leader

Pearson; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 125,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Pearson is seeking a Data Scientist to transform data into actionable insights that drive product strategy and customer outcomes on the VALUE team. You will analyze structured and unstructured data, develop statistical and machine learning solutions, and communicate findings through visualizations and reports.

You will collaborate with Product Managers, Software Engineers, Business Analysts, Data Engineers, and Quality Engineers to identify opportunities where data and AI can improve

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in data science, statistics, mathematics, computer science, engineering, analytics, or related field.
• 3+ years of experience in data science, advanced analytics, ML, or related roles.
• Demonstrated experience using Python for data analysis, modeling, and automation.
• Experience with statistical analysis, exploratory data analysis, and predictive modeling.
• Experience working within Agile product or engineering teams.

Responsibilities

• Develop, validate, and maintain statistical and machine learning models that support VALUE business objectives.
• Apply predictive analytics, classification, forecasting, clustering, recommendation, and optimization techniques where appropriate.
• Evaluate model performance and continuously refine solutions using measurable outcomes and stakeholder feedback.
• Ensure model quality through testing, validation, documentation, and performance monitoring.
• Partner with Product Managers and Business Analysts to translate business questions into analytical solutions.
• Collaborate across Engineering, Product, Architecture, and Operations teams to maximize data‑driven decision making.
• Effectively communicate technical findings, assumptions, risks, and recommendations to diverse audiences.
• Share knowledge and mentor peers through collaboration, documentation, and technical discussions.

Skills

Python-based analytics

Data analysis

Statistical modeling

Machine learning

Data visualization

Agile collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in data science/ statistics/ CS/ engineering

Tools

Azure

SQL

Jupyter

Python

Job description

Pearson is seeking a Data Scientist to transform data into actionable insights that drive product strategy and customer outcomes on the VALUE team. You will analyze structured and unstructured data, develop statistical and machine learning solutions, and communicate findings through visualizations and reports.

You will collaborate with Product Managers, Software Engineers, Business Analysts, Data Engineers, and Quality Engineers to identify opportunities where data and AI can improve