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We Are:

Accenture is a leading global professional services company that helps the world's leading businesses, governments and other organizations build their digital core, optimize their operations, accelerate revenue growth, and enhance citizen services-creating tangible value at speed and scale. We are a talent- and innovation-led company with approximately 774,000 people serving clients in more than 120 countries. Technology is at the core of change today, and we are one of the world's leaders in helping drive that change, with strong ecosystem relationships. We combine our strength in technology and leadership in cloud, AI and data with unmatched industry experience, functional expertise, and global delivery capability. We are uniquely able to deliver tangible outcomes because of our broad range of services, solutions and assets across Consulting, Strategy, Technology, Operations, Industry X and Song. These capabilities, together with our culture of shared success and commitment to creating 360 value, enable us to help our clients reinvent and build trusted, lasting relationships. We measure our success by the 360 value we create for our clients, each other, our shareholders, partners, and communities. Visit us at accenture.com.

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You Are:

Our Decision Science practitioners use Industry & Functional domain expertise along with agentic AI knowledge to design, develop and reinvent processes with AI to drive efficiency and growth.

You will be responsible for managing end-to-end data science projects, leveraging advanced analytics, machine learning, and AI technologies to create decision-making systems.

This role requires a blend of technical expertise, strategic thinking, and leadership skills to deliver innovative solutions aligned with Accenture's commitment to driving 360 value for clients.

The Work:

As an AI & Data Decision Science Manager, you will:

• Lead the delivery of Data Science, Artificial Intelligence, Analytics initiatives / programs

• Manage teams both onshore and offshore across Data Science & Machine Learning

• Understand and be able to bridge between business and technical domains (for both internal and external purpose)

• Engage with business and analytics stakeholders to build and maintain relationships

• Lead the sales process, originate, and lead sales solutioning for Data Science & Machine Learning related opportunities.

• Customize Data Science / Machine Learning / Artificial Intelligence / Analytics models and solutions for specific business problems within an industry or function.

• Collaborate across Accenture's network and partner with strategy, consulting, and tech teams in the sales and delivery processes.

• Develop Data Science/Machine Learning / Artificial Intelligence talent within the organization.

• Identify AI use cases in an industry and/or function by understanding an organization's goals and areas of need, developing the business case, determining ROI, and creating the transformation roadmap.

• Advise organization on adoption of responsible AI solutions and governance by training users on new processes, maintaining solutions, tracking results, and communicating the realized value.

Ability to travel up to 80%; travel as needed based on client expectations.

Here's What You Need:

• Minimum of 6 years of experience in Data Science, Machine Learning, AI, or Advanced Analytics.

• Minimum of 6 years of experience building decision-based frameworks and models to drive insights.

• Minimum of 1 year of experience serving utilities clients (electric, gas, or water) or in a utilities finance, controllership, or regulatory function.

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent (minimum 12 years' work experience). If Associate's Degree, must have equivalent minimum 6-year work experience

Bonus Points if:

• You have a proven track record of delivering successful AI or data science projects and teams.

• You have proficiency in programming languages such as Python, R, or SQL.

• You have experience with machine learning frameworks and libraries (e.g., TensorFlow, PyTorch, scikit-learn).

• You have strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

• You have experience with AI Native and cloud platforms (e.g., Open AI, Anthropic, AWS, Azure, Google Cloud).

• You have knowledge of big data technologies (e.g., Hadoop, Spark).

• Knowledge of agent-based modeling, reinforcement learning, and autonomous systems is highly desirable.

• You have familiarity with data visualization tools (e.g., Tableau, Power BI).

• You have experience in sales and business development.

• You have strong program management and communication skills, both verbal and written.

• You are driven and entrepreneurial: ability to originate and shape new deals, lead in client conversations, and go to market activities.

• You have excellent leadership and people skills: proven ability to build effective teams and foster a collaborative and inclusive environment and proven ability to build strong client relationships.

• You have experience bringing innovative ideas to projects.

• You have a Master's degree in Data Science, Computer Science, Statistics, or a related field.

Compensation at Accenture varies depending on a wide array of factors, which may include but are not limited to the specific office location, role, skill set, and level of experience. As required by local law, Accenture provides a reasonable range of compensation for roles that may be hired as set forth below.

We anticipate this job posting will be posted until 08/27/2026.
Accenture offers a market competitive suite of benefits including medical, dental, vision, life, and long-term disability coverage, a 401(k) plan, bonus opportunities, paid holidays, and paid time off.

See more information on our benefits here: U.S. Employee Benefits | Accenture

Role Location Annual Salary Range
California $94,400 to $293,800
Cleveland $87,400 to $235,000
Colorado $94,400 to $253,800
District of Columbia $100,500 to $270,300
Illinois $87,400 to $253,800
Maine $80,400 to $216,200
Maryland $94,400 to $253,800
Massachusetts $94,400 to $270,300
Minnesota $94,400 to $253,800
New York $87,400 to $293,800
New Jersey $100,500 to $293,800
Virginia $87,400 to $270,300
Washington $100,500 to $270,300

About Accenture

Accenture is a leading global professional services company that helps the world's leading businesses, governments and other organizations build their digital core, optimize their operations, accelerate revenue growth and enhance citizen services-creating tangible value at speed and scale. We are a talent- and innovation-led company with approximately 791,000 people serving clients in more than 120 countries. Technology is at the core of change today, and we are one of the world's leaders in helping drive that change, with strong ecosystem relationships. We combine our strength in technology and leadership in cloud, data and AI with unmatched industry experience, functional expertise and global delivery capability. Our broad range of services, solutions and assets across Strategy & Consulting, Technology, Operations, Industry X and Song, together with our culture of shared success and commitment to creating 360 value, enable us to help our clients reinvent and build trusted, lasting relationships. We measure our success by the 360 value we create for our clients, each other, our shareholders, partners and communities.

Visit us atwww.accenture.com

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