Lead analytics and AI initiatives: define strategy, translate business needs into AI/use cases, oversee dashboards and advanced analytics, run ML/LLM pilots, operationalize models, ensure responsible AI governance, and manage and mentor analytics teams while driving stakeholder alignment.
We are seeking a highly skilled and hands-on Data Analytics & AI Consultant to join our team. This role is focused on the design, development, and delivery of advanced analytics and AI-driven solutions that enable data-informed business decision-making. The ideal candidate will possess strong technical expertise in AWS, Python, SQL, Machine Learning, and AI technologies, with a proven ability to build and deploy scalable analytics products. In addition to technical delivery, the Data Analytics & AI Consultant also will serve as a trusted advisor to key business stakeholders. This individual will partner closely with cross-functional teams to translate complex business challenges into practical, data-driven solutions, ensuring that analytics initiatives align with strategic objectives and deliver tangible value.
- Design, build, and deploy machine learning models and predictive analytics solutions.
- Develop AI-powered business intelligence tools, including conversational analytics and chatbot applications.
- Create decision intelligence systems that enhance operational efficiency and support strategic decision-making.
- Leverage AWS cloud technologies to develop scalable, secure, and production-ready analytics solutions.
- Analyze complex business problems and translate them into actionable analytics, AI, and data science initiatives.
- Partner with business leaders and stakeholders to understand requirements and recommend data-driven strategies.
- Communicate technical concepts, methodologies, and recommendations to diverse audiences.
- Drive the end-to-end delivery of analytics solutions, from problem definition through implementation and adoption.
- Strong hands-on experience with AWS, Python, SQL, and Machine Learning.
- Experience building and deploying ML, AI, and advanced analytics solutions in production environments.
- Knowledge of business intelligence, predictive analytics, and decision intelligence frameworks.
- Ability to work directly with business stakeholders and translate requirements into technical solutions.
- Strong problem-solving, communication, and consulting skills.
- Proven track record of delivering high-impact analytics solutions that drive business outcomes.
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