Senior Data Scientist - AI & ML Leadership for Impact

McKinsey; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 217,000 - 220,000; Full time

Job summary

McKinsey & Company in the United States seeks a data science leader to tackle complex data challenges, build advanced models, and deliver measurable client impact across industries. You will mentor teams, contribute to QuantumBlack, AI by McKinsey R&D, and collaborate with data scientists, engineers, designers, and product managers worldwide to push the boundaries of ML and AI.

This role offers the opportunity to work with senior executives, influence strategic decisions, and grow as a

Qualifications

• Bachelor's, Master's or PhD in CS/ML/AI.
• 10+ years of deep technical experience in distributed computing, ML, and statistics.
• Programming experience in Python, R, Scala, and SQL.
• Knowledge of distributed computing or NoSQL is a plus.
• Proven application of analytical and data science methods in the commercial world.
• Client-facing skills in data warehousing or ML projects.
• Experience with PySpark, Databricks, Kedro, Docker, Kubernetes, Airflow and cloud platforms.
• Thought leadership or people leadership experience.
• Excellent time management and autonomous work capability.
• Willingness to travel.
• Strong presentation and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Tackle complex data challenges and develop advanced models across industries.
• Mentor teams and contribute to cutting-edge R&D initiatives.
• Develop data science solutions that influence client recommendations.
• Lead ML/AI solution development to drive measurable business impact.
• Collaborate with global teams of data scientists, engineers, designers, and product managers.

Skills

Python

R

Scala

SQL

PySpark

Databricks

Airflow

Kubernetes

Docker

Cloud: AWS/GCP/Azure

NoSQL

Data science methods

Leadership

Time management

Travel

Presentation skills

Education

Bachelor's, Master's or PhD in CS/ML/AI

Tools

Kedro

PyData stack

Docker

Kubernetes

Job description

McKinsey & Company in the United States seeks a data science leader to tackle complex data challenges, build advanced models, and deliver measurable client impact across industries. You will mentor teams, contribute to QuantumBlack, AI by McKinsey R&D, and collaborate with data scientists, engineers, designers, and product managers worldwide to push the boundaries of ML and AI.

This role offers the opportunity to work with senior executives, influence strategic decisions, and grow as a