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# Principal Software Engineer

- **Company:** Insight Enterprises Inc.
- **Location:** United States (Remote available)
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Artificial Intelligence, Amazon Web Services, Microsoft Azure, BigQuery, Data Discovery, Systems Analysis, Python (Programming Language), Machine Learning, Software Tools, Tensorflow, Google Cloud, Pytorch, AI Platforms, Scikit Learn, Optimization Algorithms, Databricks
- **Published:** May 19, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=219770322a7f9aa7

## About the Role

* Advanced degree (PhD or MS) in Operations Research, Industrial Engineering, Applied Mathematics, or related field
 * Strong foundation in optimization algorithms, stochastic modeling, and systems analysis
 * Proficiency in Python and various ML and simulation libraries (TensorFlow, PyTorch, Scikit-learn)
 * Experience with Google Cloud Platform services including Vertex AI, BigQuery, and AI Platform, or equivalent experience in Azure/AWS
 * Experience with healthcare data, clinical research protocols, and regulatory compliance

## Description

As a Principal Data Scientist, you will lead the alignment of business challenges with the most effective data science and machine learning solutions, ensuring a tailored fit between client needs and technical approaches across diverse industries and stakeholder groups. We will count on you to collaborate closely with multiple client stakeholders-including technical and non-technical audiences-to clarify objectives, iterate on requirements, and ensure solutions deliver measurable business value. Along the way, you will get to:

 * Lead strategic solution design for data science and machine learning projects
 * Drive projects through all phases of the data science lifecycle, from data discovery to deployment and feedback
 * Architect and implement scalable data science and ML solutions using Google Cloud Platform (GCP), including Vertex AI, and leverage modern data engineering tools such as dbt and Databricks
 * Mentor team members, promote best practices, and foster a culture of innovation and continuous learning

Be AmbITious: This opportunity is not just about what you do today but also about where you can go tomorrow. When you bring your hunger, heart, and harmony to Insight, your potential will be met with continuous opportunities to upskill, earn promotions, and elevate your career.


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