Data Science Lead

About the job

Key Responsibilities • Define and execute the data science roadmap aligned with business goals and transformation initiatives. • Lead and mentor a team of data scientists, fostering a culture of innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning. • Partner with senior leadership to identify high-impact opportunities for predictive modelling, optimization, and machine learning. • Design and implement statistical models, machine learning algorithms, and AI solutions to solve complex business problems. • Oversee the full lifecycle of model development—from data exploration and feature engineering to validation and deployment. • Collaborate with data engineering teams to ensure robust data pipelines, model scalability, and production readiness. • Ensure models are built on clean, reliable, and well-governed data. • Establish best practices for model documentation, versioning, and performance monitoring. • Promote ethical AI use and compliance with data privacy and regulatory standards. • Work with stakeholders across Finance, Commercial, HR, and IT to translate business needs into analytical solutions. • Support BI teams in integrating model outputs into dashboards and reporting tools (e.g., Power BI, Quick Sight/Suite, Tableau). • Report the data inconsistencies and collaborate with data owners to bridge the gap.

Requirements

• Machine learning frameworks
• Programming languages (Python, R, SQL)
• Data visualization tools (Power BI, Quick Sight/Suite, Tableau)
• Cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP)
• Big data technologies (PySpark, Spark, Hadoop)

Qualifications

• Master’s or PhD in Data Science, Statistics, Computer Science, or related field.
• Minimum 8 years of experience in data science, with at least 2 years in a leadership role.

Preferred Technologies

• Machine learning frameworks
• Programming languages (Python, R, SQL)
• Data visualization tools (Power BI, Quick Sight/Suite, Tableau)
• Cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP)
• Big data technologies (PySpark, Spark, Hadoop)

Benefits

• Variety of health coverage options
• Wellbeing and support programs
• Retirement plans
• Vacation and sick leave
• Continuing education and training
• Maternity, paternity & adoption leave

About the company

At Alight, we believe a company’s success starts with its people. At our core, we Champion People, help our colleagues Grow with Purpose and true to our name we encourage colleagues to “Be Alight.” Our Values: Champion People – be empathetic and help create a place where everyone belongs. Grow with purpose – Be inspired by our higher calling of improving lives. Be Alight – act with integrity, be real and empower others.