Industry & Function AI Decision Science Manager or Senior Manager

Overview

Accenture is a leading global professional services company specializing in helping organizations build their digital core, optimize operations, accelerate revenue growth, and enhance citizen services. We combine technology, leadership in cloud, AI and data, and industry experience to deliver 360° value across Consulting, Strategy, Technology, Operations, Industry X and Song. This role is in the Decision Science practice within Consulting, focusing on AI and Data Decision Science management to drive efficiency, growth, and informed decision making for clients.

• Lead the delivery of Data Science, Artificial Intelligence, Analytics initiatives and programs.

• Manage teams both onshore and offshore across Data Science & Machine Learning.

• Bridge between business and technical domains for internal and external purposes.

• Engage with business and analytics stakeholders to build and maintain relationships.

• Lead the sales process, originate, and lead sales solutioning for Data Science & Machine Learning opportunities.

• Customize Data Science / Machine Learning / AI / Analytics models and solutions for specific business problems within an industry or function.

• Collaborate across Accenture’s network and partner with strategy, consulting, and tech teams in sales and delivery.

• Develop Data Science/Machine Learning/AI talent within the organization.

• Identify AI use cases by understanding organizational goals, developing the business case, determining ROI, and creating the transformation roadmap.

• Advise on adoption of responsible AI solutions and governance, training users, maintaining solutions, tracking results, and communicating realized value.

Ability to travel up to 80%; travel as needed based on client expectations.

• Bachelor's Degree, preferably in Data Science, Computer Science, Statistics, or a related field.

• 5+ years of experience in Data Science, Machine Learning, AI, or Advanced Analytics.

• 5+ years of experience building decision-based frameworks and models to drive insights.

• 5+ years of high value consulting experience or equivalent internal consulting experience.

• 5+ years of experience leading work streams and meeting deadlines.

• 5+ years of large-scale delivery experience with minimal help.

• Proven track record of delivering successful AI or data science projects and teams.

• Proficiency in programming languages such as Python, R, or SQL.

• Experience with machine learning frameworks and libraries (e.g., Tensor Flow, PyTorch, scikit-learn).

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

• Experience with AI Native and cloud platforms (e.g., OpenAI, Anthropic, AWS, Azure, Google Cloud).

• Knowledge of big data technologies (e.g., Hadoop, Spark).

• Knowledge of agent-based modeling, reinforcement learning, and autonomous systems is highly desirable.

• Familiarity with data visualization tools (e.g., Tableau, Power BI).

• Experience in sales and business development.

• Strong program management and communication skills, both verbal and written.

• Driven and entrepreneurial: ability to originate and shape new deals, lead in client conversations, and go-to-market activities.

• Fluent in English (both spoken and written).

• Excellent leadership and people skills: proven ability to build effective teams and foster a collaborative and inclusive environment and proven ability to build strong client relationships.

• You have experience bringing innovative ideas to projects.

• Master’s degree in Data Science, Computer Science, Statistics, or a related field.

Compensation varies by location, role, skill set, and experience. Accenture provides a reasonable range of compensation as required by local law. Information on benefits is available here:  Role location and annual salary ranges are provided below where applicable.

California $94,400 to $293,800

Cleveland $87,400 to $235,000

Colorado $94,400 to $253,800

District of Columbia $100,500 to $270,300

Illinois $87,400 to $253,800

Maryland $94,400 to $253,800

Massachusetts $94,400 to $270,300

Minnesota $94,400 to $253,800

New York/New Jersey $87,400 to $293,800

Washington $100,500 to $270,300

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