Principal Data Scientist

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• Account Level AI Ownership
• Serve as the single point of AI engagement ownership for the assigned FS account.
• Align AI initiatives to:
  • Account plan
  • FS client priorities (risk, compliance, ops efficiency, growth)
  • I&D service offerings
• Ensure AI work is pulled into the core account motion, not run as side pilots.
• Demand Shaping & AI Portfolio Definition
• Proactively identify, shape, and prioritize AI / GenAI use cases for the account.
• Own the account AI portfolio.
• Delivery Orchestration (Not Hands-On Execution)
• Ensure delivery alignment with:
  • FS governance
  • Responsible AI, security, and compliance
• Work with delivery teams to track delivery health, risks, and value realization for AI‑related projects.
• Escalate early and with facts.
• Executive Communication & Governance
• Prepare concise, executive‑ready updates specific to AI activities within the account, including:
  • AI pipeline
  • Value delivered
  • Risks and decisions needed

• 8+ years in consulting, FS technology, data, or AI‑led transformation.
• Proven leadership of FS client engagements (banking, insurance, payments).
• Demonstrated experience shaping and scaling AI / GenAI initiatives.
• Strong understanding of:
  • Enterprise data & AI platforms
  • Client decision dynamics

• Account level orchestration and influence
• Translating business demand → AI execution
• Commercial judgment (what to pursue vs stop)
• Executive stakeholder management
• Comfort operating across ambiguity and fast moving AI landscapes

The base compensation range for this role in the posted location is: 140,000 to 160,000.

Capgemini offers a comprehensive, non‑negotiable benefits package to all regular, full‑time employees.

• Paid time off based on employee grade (A‑F), defined by policy:
  Vacation: 12‑25 days, depending on grade, Company paid holidays, Personal Days, Sick Leave
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage (or provincial healthcare coordination in Canada)
• Retirement savings plans (e.g., 401(k) in the U.S., RRSP in Canada)
• Life and disability insurance
• Employee assistance programs
• Other benefits as provided by local policy and eligibility

Compensation (including bonuses, commissions, or other forms of incentive pay) is not considered earned, vested, or payable until it becomes due under the terms of applicable plans or agreements and is subject to Capgemini’s discretion, consistent with applicable laws. The Company reserves the right to amend or withdraw compensation programs at any time, within the limits of applicable legislation.

Capgemini is an Equal Opportunity Employer encouraging inclusion in the workplace. Capgemini also participates in the Partnership Accreditation in Indigenous Relations (PAIR) program which supports meaningful engagement with Indigenous communities across Canada by promoting fairness, accessibility, inclusion and respect. We value the rich cultural heritage and contributions of Indigenous Peoples and actively work to create a welcoming and respectful environment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, gender identity/expression, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, genetics, veteran status, marital status or any other characteristic protected by law.

This is a general description of the Duties, Responsibilities and Qualifications required for this position. Physical, mental, sensory or environmental demands may be referenced in an attempt to communicate the manner in which this position traditionally is performed. Whenever necessary to provide individuals with disabilities an equal employment opportunity, Capgemini will consider reasonable accommodations that might involve varying job requirements and/or changing the way this job is performed,…