Senior Consultant, Data Scientist | Forensic and Litigation Consulting

Data Scientists on FTI's AI Build Team should have a pragmatic approach to problem-solving and be capable of developing end-to-end solutions that clients can rely on in production. They should be capable of challenging their own work and finding a balance between perfection and practicality.

As a Senior Consultant on FTI's AI Build Team, you will provide guidance, leadership, and mentorship to junior members of the team, while simultaneously contributing to workstreams on larger projects. You will showcase your expertise across a number of technical areas including programming, AI/ML and best practices.

What You'll Do

Data Management

• Develop and oversee comprehensive ETL processes
• Ideate and maintain functional relational databases
• Structure and perform quality control procedures for data ingestion, querying, and usages

Data Analysis

• Perform exploratory data analysis and render key insights through evidenced results
• Execute data quality assessments
• Illustrate material understandings through coherent data visualizations
• Manage concurrent investigations into required datasets
• Execute and tune statistical analyses

Modeling

• Conduct necessary research for proof-of-concept model selection
• Identify viable model features and apply appropriate normalizations
• Appropriately log model parameters and metrics for comparison
• Diligently optimize current processes and pipelines
• Perform quality control and debugging assistance for junior data scientists
• Actively work on MLOps design and implementation
• Bring completed models to production

Communication

• Frequently partner with internal and external stakeholders
• Lead meetings with internal and external non-technical stakeholders to deliver insights
• Outline objectives and track progress of junior data scientists

This is an excellent opportunity for a person with proven analytical experience to join a growing, dynamic team, and work on a variety of projects in a wide range of industries. Senior Consultants will have opportunities to collaborate laterally and vertically, internally, and externally, as well as lead and design projects through developing various approaches to complex issues., * Bachelor's degree in Math, Physics, Computer Science, Statistics, or related field of study

• 3+ years of post-graduate professional experience or Master's degree in Math Physics, ComputScience, Statistics, or related field of study with 2+ years of post-graduate professional experience
• Ability to travel to clients and FTI office(s)

Technical Platform Requirements

• Experience in the following computing language: Python
• Experience in any of the following query languages: T/SQL, PL/SQL, and PL/pgSQL
• Experience in the following version control language: Git
• Experience in any of the following database platforms: Postgres, Databricks, Apache Spark, MSSQL, and Oracle
• Experience in any of the following AI/ML frameworks: Huggingface, Torch, Tensforflow, Scikit-Learn, and Spacy
• Knowledge of MLOps related technologies for model lifecycle management
• Knowledge of at least one development environment management framework: Docker, UV, Poetry

Technical Concept Requirements

• Experience in any of the following AI/ML topics: Natural Language Processing (NLP), Forecasting, Clustering, Recommendation Engines, Network Analysis (Graph Theory), and Regressions
• Experience in any of the following AI/ML concepts: Cross Validation, Ensemble Methods, Over/Under Fitting, Accuracy/Precision/Recall
• Experience in any of the following computer science concepts: Object Oriented Programming, Hashing, Space Complexity, and Parallel Processing (Multiprocessing)

Non-Technical Requirements

• Experience in managing and ideating a proof-of-concept while leading the proceeding phases; Development, Testing, Deployment, and Maintenance
• Experience in mentoring junior resources

Preferred/Desired Qualifications

• Technical Platform Requirements
• Experience in any of the following on-demand cloud computer platforms: AWS, GCP, and Azure
• Experience in GenAI related tools for workflow orchestration such as: LlamaIndex, LangChain, MCP, RAG
• Experience in any of the following additional platforms related to MLOps: MLFlow, GitLab CI
• Exposure to serving models: FastAPI, Flask

Paid parental leave, Parental leave, Health insurance, 401(k) matching, Paid time off, Vision insurance, Dental insurance, Life insurance, Our goal is to support the wellbeing of you and your families-physically, emotionally, and financially. We offer comprehensive benefits such as the following:

• Competitive total compensation, including bonus earning potential
• Full package of benefits plans, including medical, dental, and vision coverage along with life and disability insurance
• Generous paid time off and holidays
• Company matched 401(k) retirement savings plan
• Potential for flexible work arrangements
• Generous paid parental leave with available planning tools, virtual expert coaching services and flex return support.
• Family care benefits, including back-up child/elder care
• Employee wellness platform
• Employee recognition programs
• Paid time off for volunteering in your community
• Corporate matching for charitable donations most important to you
• Make an impact in our communities through company sponsored pro bono work
• Professional development and certification programs
• Free in-office snacks and drinks
• Free smartphone and cellular plan (if applicable)
• FTI Perks & Discounts at retailers and businesses
• Upscale offices close to public transportation

FTI Consulting is the leading global expert firm for organizations facing crisis and transformation. We work with many of the world's top multinational corporations, law firms, banks and private equity firms on their most important issues to deliver impact that makes a difference. From resolving disputes, navigating crises, managing risk and optimizing performance, our teams respond rapidly to dynamic and complex situations. At FTI Consulting, you'll work side-by side with leaders who have shaped history, helping solve the biggest challenges making headlines today. From day one, you'll be an integral part of a focused team where you can make a real impact. You'll be surrounded by an open, collaborative culture that embraces diversity, recognition, professional development and, most importantly, you., FTI Consulting, Inc. is a leading global expert firm for organizations facing crisis and transformation, with more than 8,100 employees located in 32 countries and territories as of December 31, 2025. In certain jurisdictions, FTI Consulting's services are provided through distinct legal entities that are separately capitalized and independently managed. The Company generated $3.80 billion in revenues during fiscal year 2025. More information can be found at www.fticonsulting.com.