The Senior Data Scientist will support data-driven decision-making across IHG's global commercial organization by developing advanced analytical and machine learning solutions. This role will work cross-functionally with business stakeholders, data engineers, and subject matter experts to solve complex problems across Revenue Management, Loyalty, Sales, Operations, and Technology.
A key responsibility of this role is to own the development and evolution of IHG's proprietary demand forecasting model , applying statistical, machine learning, and emerging AI techniques to improve forecast accuracy, scalability, and business relevance. The role will also support ad-hoc analysis of key business KPIs to generate insights, identify performance drivers, and inform commercial decision-making.
This position requires a strong production mindset, including experience with version control, reproducible workflows, and ML Ops practices to support scalable and reliable model delivery.
Your day to day
Own the design, development, validation, and enhancement of IHG's proprietary demand forecasting model
Translate business problems into statistical, machine learning, and AI-enabled solutions
Analyze large and complex datasets to identify trends, risks, opportunities, and performance drivers
Conduct ad-hoc analysis to explain KPI performance and support commercial decision-making
Evaluate data requirements and assess new data sources for quality and feasibility
Partner with data engineering and technical teams to support production-ready model implementation
Apply best practices in coding, version control, testing, documentation, and reproducible development
Support model lifecycle management, including validation, monitoring, retraining, and continuous improvement
Communicate analytical findings and recommendations to technical, business, and executive audiences
What we need from you
Master's degree or Ph.D. in a quantitative field such as Data Science, Statistics, Computer Science, Operations Research, Applied Mathematics, Economics, or related discipline; Equivalent combination of education and relevant experience will also be considered
7+ years of progressive experience in data science, machine learning, forecasting, or advanced analytics
Experience developing predictive or forecasting models in a business environment
Experience working cross-functionally to deliver analytical solutions with business impact
Experience supporting both strategic model development and ad-hoc analytical requests
Strong expertise in machine learning, predictive modeling, forecasting, and applied statistics
Proficiency in Python and/or R, with strong SQL skills
Experience with version control tools such as Git and familiarity with ML Ops concepts and practices
Experience with reproducible analytical workflows, testing, and model validation
Experience with cloud-based data and analytics environments
Experience with large datasets; familiarity with Spark or other distributed tools is a plus
Experience with data visualization tools such as Tableau
Familiarity with emerging AI methods and tools, and the ability to apply them appropriately to business challenges
Strong communication skills, including the ability to present findings to senior and executive audiences
Preferred: The ideal candidate combines strong technical depth with commercial curiosity and business judgment. They are comfortable owning complex analytical problems, balancing long-term model development with ad-hoc insight generation, and applying production-minded practices to deliver scalable, reliable solutions.
Location - Atlanta, GA: Our hybrid work structure is an expectation of three (3) days a week in office. This expectation may be adjusted to evolve with the changing needs of the business.
The salary range for this role is $106,000.00 to $140,000.00 . This role is also eligible for bonus pay (as applicable). We offer a comprehensive package of benefits including paid time off, medical/dental/vision insurance, 401K, and other benefits to employees.
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At IHG Hotels & Resorts, we work together to deliver True Hospitality for Good on a global scale. With corporate offices and over 6,000 hotel destinations worldwide, a career at IHG is the perfect way to broaden your horizons. You'll experience our unique culture and brilliant colleagues who will support and inspire you. With a host of corporate opportunities to choose from, wherever you are on your career journey, and whatever you want to achieve there's Room for You at IHG.
Over recent years, we've transformed our company. We have bold ambitions to drive performance and maintain our relentless focus on growth in order to be the hotel company of choice that guests & owners love.
We are a hospitality business at our core and value connections and being together helps us foster a unique sense of belonging that also supports productivity. That's why here at IHG, we give our colleagues flexibility and balance - working in a hybrid way, blending office and remote working collectively. We recognise that every role is different, that's why leaders work with teams to determine how and when they collaborate.
We provide a wide range of benefits designed to help you live your best work life. These include impressive room discounts across our many properties, recharge days and volunteering days throughout the year. Through our myWellbeing framework, we are committed to supporting wellbeing in your health, lifestyle, and workplace. We offer a unique and inclusive culture, where there is always Room for You to belong, grow and make a difference.
Our mission is to welcome everyone and create inclusive teams where we celebrate difference and encourage colleagues to bring their whole selves to work. IHG Hotels & Resorts provides equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees without regards to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, or any other category protected by applicable laws. We promote a culture of trust, support, and acceptance. Always welcoming different backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives.
Don't quite meet every single requirement, but still believe you'd be a great fit for the job? We'll never know unless you hit the 'Apply' button. Start your journey with us today.
Important information :
The salary range listed is the lowest to highest pay scale we, in good faith, believe we would pay for this role at the time of this posting. We may ultimately pay more or less than the posted range, and the range may be modified in the future. An employee's pay position within the pay range will be based on several factors, including relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, geographic location, performance, shift, travel requirements, sales or revenue-based metrics, and business or organizational needs.
No amount of pay is considered to be wages or compensation until it is earned, vested, and determinable. The amount and availability of any bonus, commission, or other form of compensation allocable to a particular employee remain in the Company's sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified at the Company's sole discretion, consistent with the law.
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