Head of Machine Learning and Data Science

Job Type: Permanent
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Deloitte Global is the engine of the Deloitte network. Deloitte Global is the engine of the Deloitte network. The Data and AI/ML Products Senior Manager role will drive immediate and global impact to help lead the development and deployment of innovative and value-generating data, analytics, and AI/ML products in the new Data Strategy & Governance Office (DSGO) at Deloitte Global.

In this role, you will lead the design and deployment of new data, analytics and AI/ML products and align technology and operational teams to effectively deliver across the Deloitte network globally. In collaboration with leaders across the organization, you will align strategic objectives of the firm to mature internal data, analytics and AI/ML capabilities.

The ideal candidate will have a strong background in data science and/or business-led product leadership of data, analytics, and AI/ML products. The candidate will facilitate product development through an iterative approach, managing several products concurrently with technical and delivery teams to achieve well-defined business outcomes.

Lead the development of new data, analytics and AI/ML products, defining and overseeing a robust execution approach in collaboration with stakeholders across the organization
Lead the identification of data, analytics and AI/ML opportunities across member firms to align product offerings with geo-specific requirements, aligning with strategic objectives to mature internal data capabilities
Monitor market trends and the external landscape through analysis of data and technology vendor offerings, competitive intelligence, and innovation news to identify product opportunities
Manage the successful deployment and adoption of products and services by pro-actively identifying and resolving issues, designing support processes to manage the post-implementation phase, and utilizing a change management methodology to sustain adoption
The DSGO is responsible for building an integrated strategy and operating model to effectively and consistently manage global data throughout its lifecycle to more effectively serve our clients, meet business objectives and foster innovation. The team is leading various initiatives to develop a data strategy and establish data practices and products that serve the needs of the Deloitte network globally, enabled by technology. The team reports to the Chief Transformation Officer.
7+ years of experience in managing data, analytics and AI/ML products and services in global or matrixed organizations with responsibility for identification, design, development, deployment, and adoption

• Expertise and hands-on experience designing, optimizing, and scaling data and AI/ML products and services while navigating ambiguity and emerging opportunities
• Experience with data strategy, analytics, AI/ML models, data science, and product disciplines including product design, backlog management, roadmap development, user experience and quality assurance
• Experience managing transformation programs using change methodologies to execute efforts with broad and diverse stakeholder groups at the executive and operational levels
• Experience developing and managing performance metrics including operational, financial, and product-specific metrics
• Experience managing data and AI/ML products on platforms (such as Snowflake, Databricks), building analytics using data modelling and AI/ML development tools (such as Vertex AI, Agentbricks), and deploying products using visualization tools (such as Tableau, Power BI)

The salary range for this position is $104,000 - $215,000, and individuals may be eligible to participate in our bonus program. Our Total Rewards Package extends well beyond traditional compensation and benefit programs and is designed to recognize employee contributions, encourage personal wellness, and support firm growth. Along with a competitive base salary and variable pay opportunities, we offer a wide array of initiatives that differentiate us as a people-first organization. On top of our regular paid vacation days, some examples include: $4,000 per year for mental health support benefits, a $1,300 flexible benefit spending account, firm-wide closures known as "Deloitte Days", dedicated days of for learning (known as Development and Innovation Days), flexible work arrangements and a hybrid work structure.
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