DS/AI Tech Leader

Tiger Analytics Inc.; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 180,000 - 260,000; Full time

Job summary

Tiger Analytics is seeking a dynamic DS/AI Tech Partner to co-own business development and lead end-to-end data science solutions for enterprise clients. The role blends technical leadership with strategic GTM execution across AI, ML, and AI Engineering.

The ideal candidate holds an advanced degree, 18–20 years in DS/AI, and a proven leadership record. You will mentor teams, shape strategic roadmaps, and translate client challenges into measurable business outcomes.

Qualifications

• Advanced degree (Ph.D. or Master's) in Data Science, Computer Science, Statistics, or a related field.
• 18 to 20 years of extensive experience in the Data Science and AI space.
• Proven experience in a leadership role within the AI & ML services industry.
• Strong track record of driving business development and growth initiatives.
• Extensive experience in developing and deploying enterprise-level data science solutions.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.

Responsibilities

• Identify and pursue new business opportunities in the AI & ML space.
• Lead the design, development, and deployment of enterprise-level data science solutions.
• Develop and implement a strategic roadmap for data science initiatives.
• Work closely with clients to translate needs into actionable data science solutions.

Skills

Data Science

AI

Leadership

Business Development

Client Engagement

Strategic Planning

Education

Ph.D. or Master's in Data Science or related field

Tools

Python

R

SQL

AWS

Azure

Google Cloud

Hadoop

Spark

Job description

Tiger Analytics is pioneering what AI and analytics can do to solve some of the toughest problems faced by organizations globally. We develop bespoke solutions powered by data and technology for several Fortune 100 companies. We have offices in multiple geographies across the US, UK, India, Australia, Canada, Mexico, and Singapore, and a substantial remote global workforce.

We are seeking a dynamic and experienced DS/AI Tech Partner (a Data Science Growth Leader) to join our team. This role will co-own business development and growth initiatives from a technical perspective, designing strategy & supporting the execution of GTM efforts for our end-to-end enterprise-grade data science technology capabilities & solutions in AI, ML & AI Engineering across industries & domains. The ideal candidate will have a strong focus on delivering business outcomes for our customers using Data Science and possess a deep & fundamental understanding of DS methodologies and AI technology from experience in successfully delivering such business outcomes in their own careers.

Key Responsibilities

Business Development & Growth

• Identify and pursue new business opportunities in the AI & ML space.
• Develop and execute strategies to expand our client base and market presence.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders and clients.
• Collaborate with sales and marketing teams to create compelling value propositions and proposals.

Technical Leadership

• Lead the design, development, and deployment of enterprise-level data science solutions.
• Ensure solutions are scalable, robust, and aligned with business objectives.
• Stay abreast of the latest advancements in AI & ML technologies and integrate them into our offerings.
• Mentor and guide a team of data scientists and engineers to achieve project goals.

Strategic Planning

• Develop and implement a strategic roadmap for data science initiatives.
• Align data science projects with overall business strategy and client needs.
• Drive innovation and continuous improvement in data science methodologies and practices.

Client Engagement

• Work closely with clients to understand their business challenges and requirements.
• Translate client needs into actionable data science solutions.
• Present findings, insights, and recommendations to clients in a clear and compelling manner.

Requirements

• Advanced degree (Ph.D. or Master's) in Data Science, Computer Science, Statistics, or a related field.
• 18 to 20 years of extensive experience in the Data Science and AI space.
• Proven experience in a leadership role within the AI & ML services industry.
• Strong track record of driving business development and growth initiatives.
• Extensive experience in developing and deploying enterprise-level data science solutions.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.

Preferred Skills

• Experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, Google Cloud).
• Proficiency in programming languages such as Python, R, and SQL.
• Familiarity with big data technologies (Hadoop, Spark).
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

Benefits

This position offers an excellent opportunity for significant career development in a fast-growing and challenging entrepreneurial environment with a high degree of individual responsibility.

Tiger Analytics provides equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, pregnancy, national origin, ancestry, marital status, protected veteran status, disability status, or any other basis as protected by federal, state, or local law.