Data Science Specialist - OptimusAI

McKinsey & Company, Inc.

McKinsey & Company is seeking a Data Science Specialist for its OptimusAI team, which collaborates with leading firms in the Energy and Materials sector to enhance productivity using AI. This role is perfect for those eager to solve complex challenges alongside determined leaders. The OptimusAI team focuses on blending expertise in data science with industry insights to improve client performance efficiently.

In this role you can expect to have the responsibilities:

• Utilize analytics expertise to improve energy efficiency, product quality, and capacity.
• Collaborate with a team of product engineers to develop innovative solutions and algorithms.
• Communicate analytical findings to executive audiences.
• Work with process engineers and analytics specialists at client locations.
• Contribute to product development and codify best practices.
• Travel to client sites for hands-on collaboration.

This role comes with the following benefits:

• World-class training in business problem structuring and client advisory.
• Opportunity for significant career growth with responsibility from the start.
• Diverse and non-hierarchical working environment with global travel opportunities.

This role requires you to have:

• Degree in Computer Science, Applied Statistics, Mathematics, Analytics, Engineering, or Machine Learning.
• 4+ years of experience in advanced analytics, preferably in heavy industry.
• Proficient in Python and cloud computing (e.g., AWS, GCP, Azure).
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to develop creative solutions.
• Excellent interpersonal communication and project completion skills.

You would benefit from having:

• Experience facilitating discussions with leadership.

The role is part of McKinsey's OptimusAI team, interfacing with the Global Energy and Materials, QuantumBlack, and Operations practices. The team develops machine learning toolkits and data-driven solutions to enhance productivity.