Managing Principal / Senior Director, Data Analytics Consulting

We are seeking an accomplished Managing Principal, Data Analytics Consulting, to join our leadership team. This is a high-impact, client-facing role designed for an ambitious professional with deep technical expertise in AI & Data, proven consulting acumen, and a track record of driving transformational outcomes for enterprise clients.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a trusted strategic advisor to senior executives (VP, SVP, C-suite) on AI enablement, data-driven transformation, and operational efficiency for Fortune 500/50 clients

• Provide technical leadership and expertise in AI, which includes Generative AI, ML and Data Science, driving the design, development, and implementation of AI and AI Engineering solutions for clients

• Bridging strong AI and technology expertise with business acumen to ensure effective alignment between technical solutions and strategic business goals

• Architect and lead complex, cross-functional AI and Data transformation initiatives including cloud-native data platforms, ML Ops/Data Ops, BI strategy, and GenAI/AI strategy

• Own and grow a multi-million-dollar engagement portfolio ($20M+ annually) through thought leadership, cross-capability solutioning, and executive relationship building

• Define and manage key operational metrics including margin, utilization, bill rate, and client experience

• Develop compelling POVs and thought leadership that drive incremental sales opportunities and market differentiation

Requirements

• 10+ years in AI/ML, Data, and Analytics consulting with demonstrated career progression, including 5+ years leading multi-disciplinary teams of 15+ consultants

• Deep technical expertise in AI & Data including cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP), ML/ML Ops, Data Ops, BI platforms, Generative AI, and big data solutions (Python, Spark, SQL)

• Track record managing engagement portfolios of $10M+ annually with proven solutioning and selling capabilities

• Experience advising, presenting to, and building relationships with C-suite and SVP-level executives across multiple industry verticals

• Industry expertise across sectors such as Retail, Life Sciences, Financial Services, Telecommunications, Manufacturing, Energy & Utilities, or Technology

• Outcome-focused leader with executive presence, strong communication skills, and passion for solving complex problems while holding self and teams accountable

We offer/Benefits

• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance (Subsidized)

• Health Savings Account

• Flexible Spending Accounts (Healthcare, Dependent Care, Commuter)

• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability (Company Provided)

• Life and AD&D Insurance (Company Provided)

• Employee Assistance Program

• Unlimited access to LinkedIn learning solutions

• Matched 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan

• Paid Time Off – the employee will be eligible to accrue 15-25 paid days, depending on specific level and tenure with EPAM (accrual eligibility may change over time)

• Paid Holidays - nine (9) total per year

• Legal Plan and Identity Theft Protection

• Accident Insurance

• Employee Discounts

• Pet Insurance

• Employee Stock Purchase Program

• If otherwise eligible, participation in the discretionary annual bonus program

• If otherwise eligible and hired into a qualifying level, participation in the discretionary Long-Term Incentive (LTI) Program