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Eliassen Group

Principal Data Scientist (Remote)

Eliassen Group, Frankfort, Kentucky, United States, 40601

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Principal Data Scientist (Remote) We’re seeking an innovative, hands‑on Principal Data Scientist with deep experience in AI/ML, NLP, and cloud-native development to help design and deliver emerging technology solutions that drive real business impact. This is a remote position (U.S. only) with an opportunity to join a forward‑thinking team dedicated to modernizing products and integrating cutting‑edge data solutions across the enterprise.

Location: Remote

Rate: 70‑80hr.

This is a contract-to-hire opportunity. Applicants must be willing and able to work on a W2 basis and convert to FTE following contract duration. For our W2 consultants, we offer a great benefits package that includes Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits, 401k with company matching, and life insurance.

Responsibilities

Lead innovation lab efforts focused on cloud-native product modernization and emerging technologies

Design and build AI/ML/NLP prototypes and proof-of-concept solutions that address complex business challenges

Ensure compliance with cybersecurity standards and implement best practices for transparency, traceability, and data governance

Develop and operationalize predictive models, ML algorithms, and statistical analyses

Present data-driven insights, recommendations, and demonstrations to executive and technical stakeholders

Collaborate with cross-functional teams to translate business needs into scalable, data-driven solutions

Mentor junior data scientists and promote adoption of new tools and techniques

Stay current on advancements in AI research, machine learning, and cloud architecture

Experience Requirements

Minimum 9+ years of experience in data science, AI/ML/NLP, and data-driven solution delivery

Strong experience with cloud environments (AWS, Azure, or GCP)

Proficiency in Python, R, and SQL, along with frameworks such as PyTorch, TensorFlow, and Databricks

Familiarity with Terraform, GitLab Pipelines, Docker, and DevSecOps automation

Experience with data visualization tools (Tableau, Power BI)

Strong communication skills and ability to collaborate across teams

Education Requirements

Master’s degree (or higher) in Computer Science, Data Science, Statistics, Mathematics, Engineering, or a related field

Equal Opportunity/EEO Statement Eliassen Group is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.

About Eliassen Group: Eliassen Group is a leading strategic consulting company for human-powered solutions. For over 30 years, Eliassen has helped thousands of companies reach further and achieve more with their technology solutions, financial, risk & compliance, and advisory solutions, and clinical solutions. With offices from coast to coast and throughout Europe, Eliassen provides a local community presence, balanced with international reach. Eliassen Group strives to positively impact the lives of their employees, clients, consultants, and the communities in which they operate.

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