Senior Data Scientist - Risk Detection & Strategy

Jobtailor; Illinois; On-site; USD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

PwC in the United States seeks a senior data analytics leader to drive data-driven initiatives, oversee analytics solutions, and mentor teams. This role focuses on optimizing business performance and competitive advantage through Python-based data science and BI architectures.

Travel up to 60% is required; sponsorship restrictions apply. A Bachelor's degree and 5+ years of analytics experience are preferred, with strong data visualization and stakeholder collaboration capabilities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required.
• 5+ years of experience in analytics or data science.
• Strong data interpretation for strategic insights.
• Proficient in Python for advanced analytics.
• Experience with data visualization techniques.
• Knowledge of data management and pipelines.

Responsibilities

• Lead data-driven initiatives to optimize business performance.
• Develop and implement innovative analytics solutions.
• Manage client service accounts and drive engagement workstreams.
• Analyze and interpret large data sets using Python.
• Build and maintain data pipelines and architectures for BI.
• Guide teams in strategic planning and execution, mentoring staff.
• Collaborate with stakeholders and escalate conflicts when needed.
• Uphold professional standards and independence requirements.
• Promote continuous process improvement and drive change to delivery.
• Take ownership of project planning, budgeting, execution, and completion.
• Mentor team members to deliver quality work.

Skills

Data analysis

Python

Data visualization

Leadership

Stakeholder collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

PwC in the United States seeks a senior data analytics leader to drive data-driven initiatives, oversee analytics solutions, and mentor teams. This role focuses on optimizing business performance and competitive advantage through Python-based data science and BI architectures.

Travel up to 60% is required; sponsorship restrictions apply. A Bachelor's degree and 5+ years of analytics experience are preferred, with strong data visualization and stakeholder collaboration capabilities.