Senior Data Scientist: Strategic Analytics Leader

Talentify; Charlotte (NC); Hybrid; USD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Vanguard seeks a Senior Data Scientist to lead complex analytics initiatives shaping strategic decisions across the organization. You will blend advanced statistics, machine learning, and business acumen to uncover insights and influence data-driven strategy.

You will mentor junior data scientists, partner with senior stakeholders, and drive cross-functional analytics programs. The role emphasizes rigorous methodology, data quality, and impactful recommendations.

Qualifications

• Experience in data preparation, transformation, and analysis of large, complex datasets.
• Hands-on use of statistical modeling and machine learning to solve business problems.
• Ability to translate complex analyses into actionable recommendations for senior leaders.
• Proven track record of influencing decision-making through data-driven insights.
• Experience mentoring and developing junior data scientists and analysts.

Responsibilities

• Lead design, development, and delivery of large-scale analytics projects with focus on accuracy and reliability.
• Apply diagnostic, predictive, and prescriptive analytics to identify opportunities and drive outcomes.
• Develop innovative modeling approaches and evaluate new techniques to improve capabilities.
• Collaborate with senior leaders to frame questions and translate objectives into analytical plans.
• Assess data quality, identify gaps, and ensure sound assumptions for insights.
• Provide guidance on research design, experiment planning, and model validation.

Skills

Advanced analytics

Statistical modeling

Machine learning

Data visualization

Stakeholder communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Analytics/Mathematics/Statistics/CS

Advanced degree (MS/PhD) preferred

Job description

Vanguard seeks a Senior Data Scientist to lead complex analytics initiatives shaping strategic decisions across the organization. You will blend advanced statistics, machine learning, and business acumen to uncover insights and influence data-driven strategy.

You will mentor junior data scientists, partner with senior stakeholders, and drive cross-functional analytics programs. The role emphasizes rigorous methodology, data quality, and impactful recommendations.