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We are seeking a highly skilled Senior Data Science Consultant with 8+ years of experience to lead an internal optimization initiative. The ideal candidate should have a strong background in data science, operations research, and mathematical optimization, with a proven track record of applying these skills to solve complex business problems. This role requires a blend of technical depth, business acumen, and collaborative communication. A background in internal efficiency/operations improvement or cost/resource optimization projects is highly desirable. Key Responsibilities Lead and contribute to internal optimization-focused data science projects from design to deployment. Develop and implement mathematical models to optimize resource allocation, process performance, and decision-making. Use techniques such as linear programming, mixed-integer programming, heuristic and metaheuristic algorithms. Collaborate with business stakeholders to gather requirements and translate them into data science use cases. Build robust data pipelines and use statistical and machine learning methods to drive insights. Communicate complex technical findings in a clear, concise manner to both technical and non-technical audiences. Mentor junior team members and contribute to knowledge sharing and best practices within the team. Required Skills And Qualifications Masters or PhD in Data Science, Computer Science, Operations Research, Applied Mathematics, or related fields. Minimum 8 years of relevant experience in data science, with a strong focus on optimization. Expertise in Python (NumPy, Pandas, SciPy, Scikit-learn), SQL, and optimization libraries such as PuLP, Pyomo, Gurobi, or CPLEX. Experience with end-to-end lifecycle of internal optimization projects. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities. Preferred Qualifications Experience working on internal company projects focused on logistics, resource planning, workforce optimization, or cost reduction. Exposure to tools/platforms like Databricks, Azure ML, or AWS SageMaker. Familiarity with dashboards and visualization tools like Power BI or Tableau. Prior experience in consulting or internal centers of excellence (CoE) is a plus. Additional Notes This is a contractual/project-based role and not a permanent/full-time position. Compensation will be finalized post-interview, based on mutual agreement and project scope. The project may be divided into phases, with compensation linked to successful milestone completion. Skills: data science , communication , mentoring , optimization , metaheuristic algorithms,sql,linear programming,data pipelines,python,machine learning,mathematical optimization,mixed-integer programming,operations research,statistical methods,heuristic algorithms
