Lead data scientist - solution architect

Through passion and deep industry expertise, MCA Connect helps manufacturers succeed by unlocking innovation with actionable business insights. Our strategic solutions, innovation, and industry intelligence help manufacturers gain visibility, improve profitability, and achieve a competitive edge.

Established in 2002, MCA Connect has grown into one of the largest US-based solution partners in Microsoft Business Applications and Azure Data & AI / Digital & App Innovation. Our Microsoft Specialties include Finance and Supply Chain, Analytics on Azure, Data Warehouse Migration, and Power Platform. We’re also a fifteen-time Microsoft Partner of the Year and three-time Inc. Best Workplaces award winner.

Position Summary

The Azure Data Science Architect is responsible for providing technical leadership, architectural direction, and hands-on guidance across complex data science, AI, machine learning, and advanced analytics initiatives for MCA Connect clients. This role will serve as a senior technical advisor and solution owner, helping clients translate business problems into scalable, production-ready AI and data science solutions.

In addition to individual technical leadership, this role will include a people management component. The Azure Data Science Architect will directly manage and mentor a Senior Data Scientist, providing oversight on technical quality, delivery execution, client communication, professional development, and alignment to MCA’s standards and best practices.

Key Responsibilities

• Solution Architecture & Technical Leadership
• Delivery & Client Engagement
• People Management & Mentorship
• Data Science, AI & Machine Learning Expertise

Required Qualifications

• 10+ years of hands-on experience in data science, machine learning, AI, advanced analytics, or related technical disciplines.
• Prior experience in technical architecture, lead data scientist, principal data scientist, AI/ML architect, or similar senior-level role.
• Strong proficiency in Python for data science, machine learning, deep learning, statistical modeling, and production-level solutions.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s or Ph.D. in Computer Science, Statistics, Applied Mathematics, Data Science, Engineering, Operations Research, or a related field.
• Strong academic foundation in statistics, computer science, mathematics, optimization, or research-based analytical methods.

Why work for MCA Connect?

Our compensation plan offers one of the best bonus structures in the industry. Along with this we also offer a generous benefit package:

• Work/Life Balance with Unlimited Paid Time Off (UPTO)
• 401k Plan with Company Matching Contribution
• Monthly Stipend for Home Office Expenses
• Subsidized Medical, Dental and Vision Coverage
• Health Savings and Flexible Spending Accounts
• Company Paid Life and Disability Insurance
• Training, Certification and Continuing Education Support

MCA Connect offers limitless opportunities for personal and professional growth in a stimulating, challenging, and performance-oriented work culture where you can share your ideas and make impactful daily contributions. Our employees are highly motivated and talented individuals dedicated to developing, marketing, and selling products designed to deliver value for mid-market and enterprise-size manufacturing, distribution, and energy companies.

MCA Connect is an Equal Opportunity Employer. MCA Connect promotes equal employment opportunity to all employees and applicants and does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, creed, national origin, sex, age, sexual/gender orientation, status as a protected disabled or Vietnam Era Veteran, disability, or any other legally protected status. We firmly believe our differences make us stronger!