IT Leader, Data Science

Dow

. Manage and develop a team of data scientists delivering advanced analytics and data science solutions .

Posted 11/4/2026full-timeUnited StatesSeniorWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in managing and developing high-performing data science teams, with a focus on delivering advanced analytics and AI solutions. Proficient in portfolio management, stakeholder engagement, and implementing MLOps practices to drive measurable business value.

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People Management ExperienceData Science Solution LifecyclesMLOps PracticesPortfolio ManagementRisk Management

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Hard Skills

Data ScienceAnalyticsAI SolutionsSoftware EngineeringModel GovernanceProduct DeliveryResource PlanningValue TrackingPerformance ManagementDevelopment Planning

Soft Skills

CoachingCommunication SkillsFacilitationTeam BuildingCommitment to Continuous Learning

Industry Keywords

Cross-Functional InitiativesStakeholder EngagementGovernanceOrganizational BarriersContinuous Improvement

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Manage and develop a team of data scientists delivering advanced analytics and data science solutions
Lead, coach, and develop team members through expectations, feedback, career guidance, and accountability
Create a safe, inclusive, high-performing environment supporting learning, innovation, challenge, and continuous improvement
Remove organizational barriers and support workforce planning, hiring, onboarding, recognition, succession, and capability development
Partner with business and functional leaders to identify, frame, and prioritize data science opportunities
Assess how data science and emerging AI capabilities can create responsible, sustainable value
Represent the team to technical and non-technical audiences, communicating capabilities, capacity, priorities, trade-offs, risks, and contributions
Own and prioritize the team portfolio across enterprise needs, value, capacity, dependencies, development needs, and delivery risk
Establish intake, planning, governance, status reporting, risk management, and executive communication practices
Ensure initiatives have objectives, ownership, stakeholder engagement, measurable outcomes, delivery plans, and decision points
Lead portfolio reviews and adjust priorities or resources as needs and delivery conditions change
Partner with senior practitioners and adjacent technology teams to set direction and address technical risk
Set expectations for documentation, governance, model validation, production readiness, monitoring, support, and retirement
Ensure the team has standards, tools, expertise, and partnerships for modern data science, software engineering, and MLOps practices
Use measures and stakeholder feedback to improve delivery, adoption, team effectiveness, operating discipline, and business value

Requirements

What you’ll need

Minimum of a bachelor’s degree, relevant military experience at the E5 rank/Petty Officer 2nd Class or higher, or 12 years of experience in lieu of a bachelor’s degree
Minimum of three years of people management experience
Direct responsibility for coaching, performance management, development planning, and team outcomes
Experience leading complex, cross-functional initiatives involving business and technology stakeholders
Ability to work legally in the United States
No visa sponsorship/support is available, including for any U.S. permanent residency process
Degree in IT, Computer Science, Analytics, Engineering, Business, Chemistry, or a related discipline preferred
Experience managing high-skill technical, analytical, digital, or scientific teams preferred
Working knowledge of data science solution lifecycles, software engineering, MLOps, model governance, product delivery, and associated risks
Experience managing portfolios of data science, analytics, AI, or digital initiatives preferred
Experience with prioritization, governance, resource planning, risk management, and value tracking preferred
Ability to build effective teams and represent technical capabilities to business leaders
Strong consulting, facilitation, and communication skills
Commitment to continuous learning, talent development, inclusion, and improvement
No relocation assistance is offered

Benefits

Comp & perks

Equitable and market-competitive base pay and bonus opportunity
Benefits and programs supporting physical, mental, financial, and social well-being
Competitive retirement program, including company-provided benefits, savings opportunities, financial planning, and educational resources
Employee stock purchase programs (availability varies depending on location)
Student Debt Retirement Savings Match Program (U.S. only)
Medical and life insurance packages
Travel insurance (available in certain countries/locations)
Training and mentoring opportunities
Work experiences, community involvement, and team building
Role-based workplace flexibility
Competitive yearly vacation allowance
Paid time off for new parents, including adoptive and foster parents
Paid time off to care for sick or injured family members
Paid time off to support volunteering and Employee Resource Group participation
Wellbeing Portal
On-site fitness facilities (availability varies depending on location)
Employee discounts for online shopping, cinema tickets, gym memberships, and more
Transportation allowance (availability varies depending on location)
Meal subsidies/vouchers (availability varies depending on location)
Carbon-neutral transportation incentives, such as bike to work (availability varies depending on location)