Senior Data Scientist (Deep Learning
Job in
Atlanta, Fulton County, Georgia, 30383, USA
Listed on 2026-08-22
Listing for:
McKesson Corporation
Full Time
position Listed on 2026-08-22
Job specializations:
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IT/Tech
Data Analyst, Data Scientist, Machine Learning/ ML Engineer, Data Science Manager
Job Description & How to Apply Below
McKesson Technology Data & Digital Innovation org is seeking a Senior Data Scientist that is passionate about building machine learning applications that ensure patients receive the medications they need, when they need them; improve quality of care for oncology patients; and exemplify operational excellence so that the business can focus on what matters most, creating value for our customers.
Key responsibilities- Develop, design, build, and oversee data science solutions to provide predictive insights that further McKesson’s vision to improve care in every setting
- Drive adoption of best-in-class capabilities, including Deep Learning, Natural Language Processing, Large Language Models, and Next Best Action Recommenders
- Collaborate with multi-disciplinary team members;
Manage business stakeholder relationships to drive action and value from data science insights - Provide analytics leadership; conduct methodology and code reviews; utilize industry and academic resources to continuously learn and contribute to a growing knowledge base of data science best practices.
- Develop comprehensive understanding of McKesson’s data environment to design data strategy for use in machine learning models; analyze complex healthcare, business transaction, and supply chain datasets
- Understand problems from the business point of view, build and execute solid analytics work plans; gather and organize large and complex data assets; perform relevant analyses (data exploration and statistical modeling); deploy models and automate work streams; foster teamwork in interactions; develop client relationships with business stakeholders; and communicate hypotheses, findings, and insights in a structured way.
- Communicate results and KPIs; develop and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders, partners and internal clients.
Typically requires 7+ years relevant experience.
Critical Skills- Industry experience using Tensor Flow or Pytorch, and open-source software libraries to develop Representation Machine Learning Systems, e.g. Next-Best-Action, Recommendation systems;
Deep Learning Neural Networks;
Large Language Models;
Image understanding;
Document classification and keyword extraction - Experience in core data science and predictive analytics methods:
Statistics (t-tests, Poisson process), Segmentation and clustering techniques, predictive modeling: e.g., regression, classification, Time Series analysis: e.g., ARIMA, Traditional machine learning methods: e.g., Random Forest, ensemble model techniques, Optimization: e.g. linear programming - Experience in SQL, relational databases: e.g., Snowflake, HANA, Microsoft SQL
- Expert level skill in a programming language:
- Object Orientated Python (OOP) - Ability to process and synthesize complex data.
- Experience with cloud computing data platforms: e.g., Azure, GCP
- Experience with distributed computing: e.g., Spark, Hadoop
- Desire to work in a project-based environment to address business issues and implement business solutions.
- Experience with MLOps
- Familiarity with a data visualization tool: e.g., Tableau, Power BI, R.
- Driven by making impact with technical and data science expertise, acute strategic and analytical skills;
Highly organized with the ability to multitask and prioritize workload. - Self-motivated, demonstrated ability to manage engagements, serve as a champion of Data Science and able to act as a full member of project team.
- Experience in applied analytics for business problem solving, demand forecasting, analytics solution for pricing, loyalty program effectiveness, customer segmentation, customer LTV maximization, cost and profit analysis, CRM management etc.
- Familiarity with report development in SSRS. Experience with other reporting tools (Business Objects, Tableau, Micro Strategy, etc.) is acceptable. Excel skills, high level. V-lookups, pivot tables, reporting.
- Ability to communicate effectively and professionally, delivering impactful solutions and presenting work in a concise and thoughtful manner.
- Master’s preferred and +3 yrs work experience or PhD;
Bachelor’s degree in computer science, applied mathematics, statistics, machine…
Position Requirements
10+ Years
work experience
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