Data Science/AI Advisor, Tech M&A Due Diligence

1 week ago Be among the first 25 applicantsNOTE: We will not accept candidates submitted by third parties or recruiting agencies – direct applicants only.ABOUT THIS ROLE:Contract-to-Hire with the intention to convert to employee in 3-6+ months but can also extend longer on contract, business case-dependentHourly Rate is flexible depending on level and fit of candidate as well as office alignmentHybrid Working Model with expectation of 2 days/week working in the Chicago office when not traveling for client workTravel Expectations are around ~20% but can often be 0% as well depending on the client and engagementAre you ready to elevate your career? Our consulting firm is seeking a seasoned Data Engineering & Analytics Advisor to lead technology-focused M&A due diligences on target companies our clients are interested in purchasing. In this role, you’ll collaborate with cross-functional tech consulting teams to assess enterprise data engineering orgs and AI environments, identify value creation opportunities, and guide clients through complex transactions.What you will do:Lead data science and data engineering & architecture due diligence engagements in support of client M&A activityEvaluate enterprise data architectures, data engineering organizations, and overall technology ecosystems to recommend improvements for scalability and optimizationEvaluate modern AI tools and products to identify risks, efficiencies, and growth opportunitiesDevelop investment theses, risk mitigation strategies, and long-term technology roadmaps for both pre-close evaluations and post-close integrationsWrite up tech environment summaries and present findings and strategic recommendations to executive client stakeholders and PE executivesMentor and guide junior team members including data engineers, architects, and analysts to foster a high-performance cultureSupport business development at existing clients by recognizing strategic needs and engaging relevant internal teams for further developmentWhat we are looking for:10+ years in data science, data engineering/architecture, and/or data modeling, design, and implementationPrevious roles as hands-on technologist in areas like data science (AI/ML, GenAI, LLMs), data engineering & architecture, business intelligence, reporting, etc.Confidence in assessing AI capabilities within an organization and how best to leverage their application in solving business problemsComfortable navigating and assessing modern cloud environments (Azure, AWS, GCP), data platforms (Databricks, Snowflake), and BI tools (Power BI, Tableau)Strong technical acumen coupled with communication, leadership, and client-facing skillsBachelor's or Master’s degree in Data Science, Computer Science, or similar field preferred; otherwise, equivalent and applicable working experience is requiredConsulting or startup experience preferred but will consider those coming from industry rolesWillingness to travel to target companies as needed (up to 20% but likely minimal)Willingness to work in a hybrid model and come into our local office 2x/weekSeniority levelSeniority levelDirectorEmployment typeEmployment typeContractJob functionJob functionInformation Technology and ConsultingIndustriesIT Services and IT ConsultingReferrals increase your chances of interviewing at Grayson Search Partners by 2xGet notified about new Data Architect jobs in Chicago, IL.Evanston, IL $119,000.00-$149,000.00 3 days agoSolutions Architect - Healthcare & Life SciencesDelivery Solutions Architect - Data & AISenior Architect - Data Engineering and AnalyticsChicago, IL $120,000.00-$190,000.00 1 week agoChicago, IL $120,000.00-$170,000.00 3 weeks agoChicago, IL $175,000.00-$225,000.00 3 weeks agoChicago, IL $150,000.00-$200,000.00 1 week agoEnterprise Data Architect (Hybrid role 8 days in office per month)Director, Data & Analytics Domain ArchitectSenior Solutions Architect, Life SciencesChicago, IL $130,000.00-$160,000.00 3 weeks agoChicago, IL $114,500.00-$194,700.00 1 week agoSchaumburg, IL $120,000.00-$140,000.00 1 day agoChicago, IL $163,000.00-$215,000.00 5 days agoUS_East | DATA ARCHITECT / DATA OFFICER_L3Chicago, IL $130,000.00-$140,000.00 2 months agoWe’re unlocking community knowledge in a new way. Experts add insights directly into each article, started with the help of AI. #J-18808-Ljbffr

Created: 2025-09-17