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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Advisor, Data Science and Analytics - **Company:** Transunion's Internal - **Location:** Chicago, IL, United States - **Experience:** Expert - **Salary:** $112,500.0 - $187,500.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Artificial Intelligence, Computing Platforms, Artificial Neural Networks, Business Software, Cloud Engineering, Cognitive Science, Computer Programming, Fraud Prevention and Detection, Graph Database, Python (Programming Language), Machine Learning, Rapid Prototyping Process, AI Infrastructure, Multi-Agent Systems, Knowledge Representation, Information Technology, Virtual Agents - **Published:** August 29, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.dice.com/job-detail/8f655469-f6d5-4d1a-9f84-d9e423fa7d18 ## About the Role * Master's or PhD degree in Computer Science, Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, Cognitive Science, Data Science, Applied Mathematics, Engineering, Operations Research, or a closely related quantitative discipline * 8+ years of professional experience in AI, machine learning, advanced analytics, or related quantitative fields * Strong foundation in one or more of the following areas: Classical AI, knowledge representation via ontology, knowledge graphs and graph neural networks, automated reasoning systems, search and planning algorithms, causal inference and causal modeling, probabilistic graphical models, explainable and trustworthy AI * Advanced programming skills in Python and familiarity with modern AI development frameworks * Familiarity with consumer data, fraud detection, financial services, risk analytics, identity, or marketing applications ## Description This role reports directly to Senior Manager, Data Science & Analytics within the AI R&D organization. This team is responsible for evaluating, developing and advancing next-generation AI capabilities that can create strategic advantage for TransUnion and its customers by engaging with TransUnion's internal clients across a broad array of credit, fraud, insurance and marketing business applications. You'll join a team that encourages curiosity, innovation, and scientific exploration with access to access to large-scale consumer, marketing, fraud, and risk datasets for applied AI research and opportunities to shape the future direction of AI-powered products and solutions across TransUnion's businesses. This is a hybrid position and involves regular performance of job responsibilities virtually as well as in-person at an assigned TU office location for a minimum of two days a week., * Modern cloud-based computing environments and access to state-of-the-art AI infrastructure for experimentation and rapid prototyping. * The freedom to investigate and evaluate emerging AI paradigms including neuro-symbolic systems, causal AI, knowledge graphs, autonomous agents, reasoning systems, and trustworthy AI. * Opportunities to publish, patent, present, and contribute to TransUnion's long-term innovation strategy. * Lead exploratory research initiatives focused on emerging AI techniques and their business applicability. * Drive innovation in areas such as: neuro-symbolic AI, reasoning systems, knowledge-enhanced machine learning, agentic AI, causal AI, explainable AI, human-AI collaboration. * Anticipate AI technology trends and assess their implications for TransUnion's products and services. * Design, build, and evaluate proof-of-concepts and prototypes that demonstrate the value of emerging AI technologies. * Create repeatable frameworks for assessing AI capabilities, limitations, risks, and business impact. * Collaborate with engineering teams to transition successful research concepts into production-ready solutions. * Represent TransUnion through publications and patents. ## Related Videos - [AI for decision-making in Tech Recruiting](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1074-ai-for-decision-making-in-tech-recruiting) - [Guiding Agentic AI with Vue](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/2033-guiding-agentic-ai-with-vue) - [Putting the Graph In GraphQL With The Neo4j GraphQL Library](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/257-putting-the-graph-in-graphql-with-the-neo4j-graphql-library) - [Introduction to Azure Machine Learning](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/368-introduction-to-azure-machine-learning) - [AI in Leadership: How Technology is Reshaping Executive Roles](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1705-ai-in-leadership-how-technology-is-reshaping-executive-roles) - [What non-automotive Machine Learning projects can learn from automotive Machine Learning projects](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/397-what-non-automotive-machine-learning-projects-can-learn-from-automotive-machine-learning-projects) ## Related Articles - [What Industries Outside of AI Are Hiring The Most AI Experts?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/98-what-industries-outside-of-ai-are-hiring-the-most-ai-experts) - [How to Become an AI Engineer](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/331-how-to-become-an-ai-engineer) - [Coffee with Developers - Maria Apazoglou - Making AI understandable for all in production](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/475-coffee-with-developers-maria-apazoglou-making-ai-understandable-for-all-in-production) - [Navigating the AI Shift](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/629-navigating-the-ai-shift) - [How to start an AI project for a good cause and boost your career](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/15-how-to-start-an-ai-project-for-a-good-cause-and-boost-your-career) - [Graph and AI Trends 2026: Why Is AI Running but Not Yet Delivering?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/680-graph-and-ai-trends-2026-why-is-ai-running-but-not-yet-delivering)