***Please note: This position is onsite and not remote. Candidates must be based in the Houston area, as relocation assistance is not provided. Only individuals authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship will be considered.***
Job Title: Senior AI Data Analyst
Job Type: Contract (this role is a 12-month assignment)
Job Salary: $52-$54/hour
Job Schedule: M-F, 40 hrs/week
Job Location: Houston, TX 77092
Position Overview
We are seeking a Senior AI Data Analyst to lead the design, development, and deployment of advanced analytics and artificial intelligence solutions in a large, data-driven public service environment.
This role plays a critical part in modernizing operations through responsible use of AI, improving service delivery, increasing efficiency, and supporting evidence-based decision-making. The ideal candidate blends strong technical expertise with the ability to translate complex insights into actionable strategies for leadership and stakeholders.
Key Responsibilities
AI & Advanced Analytics
Design, build, and deploy machine learning models, predictive analytics solutions, NLP tools, and AI-driven automation
Lead full lifecycle model development: data acquisition, feature engineering, training, validation, deployment, and monitoring
Apply responsible AI practices to ensure fairness, explainability, and transparency
Data Strategy & Governance
Maintain data quality standards, metadata practices, and model documentation
Partner with IT and cybersecurity teams to ensure secure handling of sensitive data
Support development of AI governance, ethics frameworks, and model risk management processes
Stakeholder Collaboration
Identify opportunities to leverage AI to improve operations and service outcomes
Communicate complex findings into clear, actionable insights for executive leadership
Provide mentorship and technical guidance to analysts and cross-functional teams
Reporting & Visualization
Develop dashboards, reports, and visualizations to track KPIs, trends, and forecasts
Build and maintain Business Intelligence solutions (e.g., Power BI)
Integrate AI-driven insights into reporting for real-time decision-making
Requirements
Required Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Data Science, Computer Science, Statistics, or a related field (Master’s preferred)
5+ years of experience in data analytics, data science, or AI/ML roles
Hands-on experience with machine learning model development and deployment
Proficiency in Python, SQL, and data visualization tools (Power BI, Tableau, or similar)
Experience with NLP, predictive modeling, or automation solutions
Strong understanding of data governance, model validation, and performance metrics (e.g., MAE, F1, AUROC)
Excellent communication skills with ability to present technical insights to non-technical audiences
Preferred Qualifications
Experience working with large, complex datasets in regulated environments
Familiarity with MLOps, model monitoring, and lifecycle management
Exposure to geospatial analytics, LLMs, or advanced AI frameworks
Experience implementing responsible AI or ethical AI frameworks
What You’ll Deliver
Production-level AI solutions improving internal workflows or customer-facing services
Executive-facing dashboards with near real-time insights
Established data quality standards and governance practices
AI governance workflows including bias testing, documentation, and monitoring
Scalable processes for cross-functional AI project delivery
Numbers & Facts
Location
Houston, Texas
Skills
Artificial Intelligence (AI)unmatched
Automationunmatched
Business Intelligenceunmatched
Business Solutionsunmatched
Communication Skillsunmatched
Computer Scienceunmatched
Cross-Functionalunmatched
Customer Relationsunmatched
Data Analysisunmatched
Data Modelingunmatched
Data Qualityunmatched
Data Scienceunmatched
Data Setsunmatched
Data Visualization Toolsunmatched
Documentation Modelsunmatched
Forecastingunmatched
Geospatial Analysisunmatched
Internet Securityunmatched
Leadershipunmatched
Machine Learningunmatched
Mentoringunmatched
Metadataunmatched
Model Validationunmatched
Natural Language Processing (NLP)unmatched
Operational Improvementunmatched
Performance Metricsunmatched
Power BIunmatched
Predictive Modelingunmatched
Presentation/Verbal Skillsunmatched
Process Modelingunmatched
Python Programming/Scripting Languageunmatched
Quality Managementunmatched
Quality Metricsunmatched
Reporting Dashboardsunmatched
Risk Management Framework (RMF)unmatched
Risk Modelingunmatched
SQL (Structured Query Language)unmatched
Service Deliveryunmatched
Statisticsunmatched
Tableauunmatched
Technical Leadershipunmatched
Technical Presentationunmatched
🎯
Be found by employers
5,500+ employers search our resume database daily. Add yours to get found by recruiters looking for candidates like you.
Level up your application
Professional resume templates
Browse dozens of recruiter approved resume templates, layouts and formats. Choose your favorite and make it your own in minutes.