DATA SCIENCE CONSULTANT - SFL SCIENTIFIC

Our Deloitte Strategy & Transactions team helps guide clients through their most critical moments and transformational initiatives. From strategy to execution, this team delivers integrated, end-to-end support and advisory services covering valuation modeling, cost optimization, restructuring, business design and transformation, infrastructure and real estate, mergers and acquisitions (M&A), and sustainability. Work alongside clients every step of the way, helping them navigate new challenges, avoid financial pitfalls, and provide practical solutions at every stage of their journey-before, during, and after any major transformational projects or transactions.
SFL Scientific, a Deloitte Business, is part of Deloitte’s Strategy Offering, within our broader Strategy & Transactions practice. It is a data science consulting team specializing in building industry-specific, artificial intelligence (AI) technologies.
We are hiring a Data Scientist to collaborate directly with clients to design and develop novel projects and solutions. Join a rapidly growing team of professionals working to build a world-class data science practice focused on solving complex and R&D problems.
Recruiting for this role ends on 8/22/2025.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Master’s or Ph.D. in a relevant STEM field (Data Science, Computer Science, Engineering, Physics, Mathematics, etc.)
• 2+ years of experience in AI/ML algorithm development using core data science languages and frameworks (Python, PyTorch, etc.) and data analysis (NLP, time-series analysis, computer vision)
• 2+ years of experience and a proven track record applying traditional ML and deep learning techniques (CNNs, RNNs, GANs) across real-world projects, including model tuning and performance validation in production environments
• 2+ years of experience deploying and optimizing ML models using tools like Kubernetes, Docker, TensorRT/Trion, RAPIDs, Kubeflow, and MLflow
• 2+ years of experience in leveraging cloud environments (AWS, Azure, or GCP) to deploy AI/ML workloads
• Live within commuting distance to one of Deloitte’s consulting offices
• Ability to travel 10%, on average, based on the work you do and the clients and industries/sectors you serve
• Limited immigration sponsorship may be available

As a Data Scientist, you will define data strategy, drive technical development, and help us create the next generation of tools, products, and AI services. You will work closely with clients to understand their data sets, strategy, and operational requirements, to drive exploratory data and use case analysis and design long-term solutions.

Working with a team of interdisciplinary data scientists, engineers, architects, and consultants, our work includes novel areas such as cancer detection, drug discovery, optimizing population health and clinical trials, autonomous systems and edge AI, agentic solutions and framework design, and consumer product innovation. Join us to expand your technical career through the lens of consulting and work on novel projects and use cases to expand your data science & AI skills. Key responsibilities include:

• Guide clients with high autonomy in AI strategy and development, including understanding organizational needs, performing exploratory data analysis, building and validating models, and deploying models into production
• Participate in client initiatives to deliver AI/ML solutions, including providing thought leadership, long-term maintenance, and AI strategy objectives
• Research and implement novel machine learning approaches, including advancing state of the art training, solution design, network design, and hardware optimization
• Validate AI models and algorithm via code reviews, unit, and integration tests
• Support prioritization of project performance and model development and ensure AI solutions are delivered to maximize business impact and new initiatives
• Collaborate with data engineers, data scientists, project managers, and business teams to make sure delivery and presentations align with business objectives