
Advanced Data Science Consultant
Job Description
ZS is a place where passion changes lives
As a management consulting and technology firm focused on improving life and how we live it, we transform ideas into impact by bringing together data, science, technology and human ingenuity to deliver better outcomes for all
Here you’ll work side-by-side with a powerful collective of thinkers and experts shaping life-changing solutions for patients, caregivers and consumers, worldwide
ZSers drive impact by bringing a client-first mentality to each and every engagement
We partner collaboratively with our clients to develop custom solutions and technology products that create value and deliver company results across critical areas of their business
Bring your curiosity for learning, bold ideas, courage and passion to drive life-changing impact to ZS.
ZS's Insights & Analytics group partners with clients to design and deliver solutions to help them tackle a broad range of business challenges
Our teams work on multiple projects simultaneously, leveraging advanced data analytics and problem-solving techniques
Our recommendations and solutions are based on rigorous research and analysis underpinned by deep expertise and thought leadership.
What You’ll Do
- Develop advanced and efficient statistically effective algorithms that solve problems of high dimensionality.
- Utilize technical skills such as hypothesis testing, machine learning and retrieval processes to apply statistical and data mining techniques to identify trends, create figures, and analyze other relevant information.
- Collaborate with clients and other stakeholders at ZS to integrate and effectively communicate findings.
- Contribute to the assessment of emerging datasets and technologies that impact our analytical platform.
- Engage in the development of specific assets/accelerators that foster scalability.
- Contribute to advancing thought leadership through research support and publication assistance.
- Provide guidance and mentorship to Associate team members.
What You’ll Bring
- 5 or more years of relevant data science professional work experience; Master's preferred.
- A robust academic performance with coursework emphasizing analysis and quantitative skills.
- A knowledge of big data, advanced analytical concepts, and algorithms (e.g., text mining, social listening, recommender systems, predictive modeling, etc.).
- A proficiency in at least one programming language (e.g., Java/Python/R).
- Experience with tools/platforms such as the Hadoop eco system, Amazon Web Services or database systems.
- A proficiency in agile project planning and project management techniques.
- Experience with Gen AI, LLMs, RAG preferred
- Experience in client interaction, crafting project proposals, and leading teams.
- Fluency in English.
Additional Skills:
- Relevant domain knowledge encompassing areas such as healthcare, transportation, technology, insurance, or related expertise/experience.
How you’ll grow:
- Cross-functional skills development & custom learning pathways
- Milestone training programs aligned to career progression opportunities
- Internal mobility paths that empower growth via s-curves, individual contribution and role expansions
Hybrid working model:
ZS is committed to a Flexible and Connected way of working
ZSers are onsite at clients or ZS offices three days a week
Combined flexibility to work remotely two days a week is also available
The magic of ZS culture and innovation thrives in both planned and spontaneous face-to-face connections.
How you’ll grow:
- Cross-functional skills development & custom learning pathways
- Milestone training programs aligned to career progression opportunities
- Internal mobility paths that empower growth via s-curves, individual contribution and role expansions
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