Data & AI Strategy Senior Manager

Accenture; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 149,000 - 307,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

US Citizenship required

Job summary

Accenture Federal Services is seeking a senior data & AI leader to guide strategic initiatives for U.S. government clients. You will oversee cross‑functional teams, mentor engineers, and deliver data architecture, pipelines, and AI/ML solutions that align with mission goals.

You will collaborate with senior stakeholders, translate complex analytics into actionable plans, and drive innovation across Labs and studios while maintaining a strong focus on security and mission success.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of technical experience with data engineering, AI/ML systems, or related fields.
• Proven hands‑on expertise in data architecture, pipeline development, and AI/ML platform design.
• Experience with modern data technologies and data visualization.
• Technical leadership experience managing engineering teams on complex programs.
• Working knowledge of ML engineering practices, model deployment, and MLOps frameworks.
• Experience working in Defense, Intelligence, or Federal environments.
• Demonstrated ability to lead cross‑functional teams and drive outcomes across organizational boundaries.
• Bachelor's Degree

Responsibilities

• Lead a cross‑functional team to deliver Data & AI initiatives for federal clients.
• Engage with clients to identify strategic value across industries.
• Oversee project deliverables and ensure high quality outcomes.
• Serve as SME in Data & AI engagements, providing recommendations.
• Develop strategic insights and guidance aligned with client objectives.
• Facilitate stakeholder engagement with senior leadership.
• Drive innovation through collaboration with AI labs and studios.
• Represent Accenture in internal, industry, and client events.

Skills

Data architecture

Data pipelines

AI/ML systems

Technical leadership

MLOps

Client collaboration

Data visualization

Strategic insights

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Tools

Databricks

Palantir

Snowflake

Kubernetes

Terraform

Python

Spark

Cloud ML services

Job description

At Accenture Federal Services, nothing matters more than helping the US federal government make the nation stronger and safer and life better for people.Our 13,000+ people are united in a shared purpose to pursue the limitless potential of technology and ingenuity for clients across defense, national security, public safety, civilian, and military health organizations.

Join Accenture Federal Services, a technology company within global Accenture. Recognized as a Glassdoor Top 100 Best Place to Work, we offer a collaborative and caring community where you feel like you belong and are empowered to grow, learn and thrive through hands-on experience, certifications, industry training and more.

Join us to drive positive, lasting change that moves missions and the government forward!

You Are:

Join our team of strategic thinkers who are passionate about leveraging Data, AI, and GenAI to drive transformative change. We are dedicated to helping organizations navigate the complex landscape of Data & AI. Our mission is to empower businesses across various industries with strategic insights that unlock new opportunities, deliver imaginative new customer experiences, drive revenue growth and enhance operational effectiveness. If you’re ready to embark on an exciting journey that blends strategy with real-world impact, we want you on our team!

• Lead a Team: Manage and mentor a cross-functional team, fostering a collaborative and high performance environment that encourages professional development and excellence in client delivery.
• Engage with Clients: Collaborate with clients to understand their business challenges and identify how Data & AI can drive strategic value across various industries, sectors, and functions.
• Manage Deliverables: Oversee client contractual deliverables at a project or workstream level, ensuring that all commitments are met on time and to the highest quality standards.
• Serve as an SME: Act as a Subject Matter Expert (SME) in various client engagements, providing insights and strategic recommendations based on Data & AI industry best practices.
• Develop Strategic Insights: Utilize your knowledge and understanding of industry trends and methodologies to provide strategic recommendations that align with clients’ business objectives and enhance their competitive advantage.
• Facilitate Stakeholder Engagement: Build and maintain relationships with senior stakeholders, including C-suite executives, to effectively communicate the value of Data & AI initiatives and drive alignment on strategic priorities.
• Leverage Accenture Methods: Apply established frameworks and strategic methodologies to assess client needs, identify opportunities for improvement, and develop actionable plans for Data & AI implementation.
• Drive Innovation: Partner with our global and regional AI labs and studios, collaborating with cross-functional teams to discover innovative solutions and push the boundaries of what is possible with Data & AI.
• Represent Accenture: Represent Accenture at various internal, industry, and client events, showcasing our expertise in Data & AI.
• Craft Compelling Narratives: Develop engaging presentations and board papers that articulate complex insights in a clear and compelling manner, guiding senior client leadership in decision‑making.
• Conduct Data Analysis: Analyse data sets to derive meaningful insights that support strategic decision‑making for clients, utilizing data visualisation tools and techniques to present findings effectively.
• Lead Impactful Discussions: Facilitate workshops and discussions with clients to explore innovative use cases for Data & AI, fostering collaborative ideation and problem‑solving.
• Drive Practice Development: Lead the development of point of views, thought leadership and intellectual property within the Data & AI strategy space, enhancing our value proposition and building a strong professional community.
• Be a Team Player: Work collaboratively with colleagues across various functions, sharing knowledge and insights to drive collective success and foster a culture of innovation.

Here's What You Need:

• 10+ years of technical experience with strong focus on data engineering, AI/ML systems, or related fields
• Proven hands‑on expertise in data architecture, pipeline development, and AI/ML platform design
• Experience with modern data technologies
• Technical leadership experience managing engineering teams on complex and/or programs
• Working knowledge of ML engineering practices, model deployment, and MLOps frameworks
• Experience working in Defense, Intelligence, or Federal environments (understanding of mission contexts, security requirements, and acquisition processes)
• Demonstrated ability to lead cross‑functional teams and drive outcomes across organizational boundaries
• Bachelor's Degree

Bonus Points If:

• Hands‑on experience with specific technologies: Databricks, Palantir, Snowflake, Qlik, Kubernetes, Terraform, Python, Spark, AWS/Azure/GCP ML services, vector databases, LLM frameworks
• Experience with Defense or Intelligence‑specific platforms (e.g., Army Vantage, Maven Smart Systems
• Experience with Agile delivery in classified or secure environments
• Executive‑level communication skills with ability to brief senior government leadership

The Extras:

• US Citizenship required

As required by local law, Accenture Federal Services provides reasonable ranges of compensation for hired roles based on labor costs in the states of California, Colorado, Hawaii, Illinois, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Minnesota, New Jersey, New York, Vermont, Virginia, Washington, and the District of Columbia, and the city of Cleveland . The base pay range for this position in these locations is shown below. Compensation for roles at Accenture Federal Services varies depending on a wide array of factors, including but not limited to office location, role, skill set, and level of experience. Accenture Federal Services offers a wide variety of benefits. You can find more information on benefits here. (https://www.accenture.com/us-en/careers/your-future-rewards-benefits) We accept applications on an on-going basis and there is no fixed deadline to apply.

The pay range for the states of California, Colorado, Hawaii, Illinois, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Minnesota, New Jersey, New York, Vermont, Virginia, Washington, and the District of Columbia, and the city of Cleveland is:

$148,800—$306,500 USD

What We Believe

As a company wholly dedicated to serving the US federal government, we bring together the best talent to help reinvent how federal agencies operate and deliver greater value for their mission and the American people. We have an unwavering commitment to creating a culture in which all our people are respected, feel a sense of belonging, and have equal opportunity. As a business imperative, every person at Accenture Federal Services has the responsibility to create and sustain a culture where everyone feels welcomed and included. This is grounded in our core values and our experience that hiring and developing great people who reflect different perspectives, experiences, and backgrounds is key to driving innovation and delivering the results that our clients and the country count on.

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We believe that no one should be discriminated against because of their differences. All employment decisions shall be made without regard to age, race, creed, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, disability status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, citizenship status or any other basis as protected by federal, state, or local law. Our rich diversity makes us more innovative, more competitive, and more creative, which helps us better serve our clients and our communities. For details, view a copy of theAccenture Federal Services Equal Opportunity Policy Statement. (https://afscommunities.force.com/careers/s/equal-opportunity-annual-policy)

Accenture Federal Services is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. Additionally, as an Affiantive Action Employer for Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities, Accenture Federal Services is committed to providing veteran employment opportunities to our service men and women.

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Accenture Federal Services is committed to providing equal employment opportunities for persons with disabilities or religious observances, including reasonable accommodation when needed. If you are hired by Accenture Federal Services and require accommodation to perform the essential functions of your role, you will be asked to participate in our reasonable accommodation process. Accommodations made to facilitate the recruiting process are not a guarantee of future or continued accommodations once hired.

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Candidates who are currently employed by a client of Accenture Federal Services or an affiliated Accenture business may not be eligible for consideration.

Job candidates will not be obligated to disclose sealed or expunged records of conviction or arrest as part of the hiring process.

The Company will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. Additionally, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the Company's legal duty to furnish information.

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