Audit & Assurance Data Scientist - Summer/Fall 2026, Winter 2027

You will be joining our collaborative Data Science team which leverages the most advanced technologies in machine learning and artificial intelligence to achieve the Deloitte Audit and Assurance vision of an AI-enabled audit. Some of our current projects focus on generative AI, prompt engineering, large language models, anomaly detection, clustering, and knowledge graphs.

Work You'll Do

As a Data Scientist, you will be supporting the Data Science group and actively participating in the entire lifecycle of a data science project, including exploratory data analysis, feature engineering, model creation, and model optimization to boost performance and accuracy. It is important that the person in this role is proactive and independent. You should be a problem solver with an open mind and an eagerness to pick up new skills.

Specifically, you will be expected to:

• Develop, test, and deploy machine learning/AI models
• Collaborate daily with Data Science Managers and Senior Data Scientists to receive guidance and feedback on your work to develop your skills and ensure alignment with workstream objectives
• Be a contributor to the planning and direction of a project and effectively prioritize your tasks and objectives
• Contribute to internal discussions on emerging machine learning methodologies

Regardless of project type, your work will require:

• Proficiency in verbal and written communication skills essential to interacting with clients and teams
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple projects/assignments/ responsibilities in a fast-paced environment
• Problem solving and critical thinking skills in support of both innovative and operational enhancement opportunities
• Ability to collaborate and communicate across Deloitte team members and client stakeholders
• Ability to identify, learn, understand, and implement new concepts, frameworks and emerging technologies
• Ability to manage own personal and professional development; seek opportunities for professional growth and expansion of consulting skills and experience
• A strong understanding of Windows Based systems and proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint

The Team

Our team culture is collaborative and encourages team members to take initiative and seek on-the-job learning opportunities. Audit & Assurance services are focused on engagements related to independent External Audit services, Accounting, Controls & Reporting Advisory, and Specialized Assurance & Sustainability. We bring together the diverse skills and industry experience of our people, leading-edge technology, and a global network to deliver high-quality audits of financial statements and internal controls over financial reporting, along with assurance reports and valuable advice and insights across the corporate reporting landscape. Learn more about Deloitte Audit & Assurance.

Qualifications

Required:

• Bachelor's degree in a quantitative field (computer science, engineering, mathematics, physics, machine learning, or statistics) or related field with relevant coursework
• Limited immigration sponsorship may be available
• Strong academic record, cumulative GPA of 3.0 or above
• You should reside within a commutable distance of your assigned office with the ability to commute daily, if required
• You should expect to co-locate with team members or other colleagues in a Deloitte office, at a client site and/or virtually, based on specific team and business expectations
• Ability to travel up to 10%, on average, based on the type of work you perform and the clients served
• Experience using Python and relevant libraries (NumPy, Pandas, Scikit-learn, etc.)
• Coursework related to machine learning, deep learning, and programming
• At least an introductory understanding of large language models and prompt engineering
• Hands-on application experience using common machine learning frameworks such as TensorFlow, PyTorch, OpenAI, and LangChain
• Demonstrated ability to write high-quality code
• Demonstrated ability to develop machine learning models
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Candidates must be at least 18 years of age at the time of employment

Preferred:

• Master's degree in a quantitative field (computer science, engineering, mathematics, physics, machine learning, or statistics)
• Cumulative GPA of 3.2 or above
• Relevant work experience or work experience in a professional environment (e.g. internships, summer positions, school jobs)
• Demonstrated recent leadership, such as in a campus club, society, sports teams or other activity
• Familiarity with the Microsoft Azure cloud-based ecosystem, including Azure DevOps
• Familiarity with machine learning model development life cycles
• Experience with version control practices and tools (Git, etc.)
• Public AI-related projects you have developed available on GitHub

Information for applicants with a need for accommodation:

https://www2.deloitte.com/us/en/pages/careers/articles/join-deloitte-assistance-for-disabled-applicants.html

The wage range for this role takes into account the wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions including but not limited to skill sets; experience and training; licensure and certifications; and other business and organizational needs. The disclosed range estimate has not been adjusted for the applicable geographic differential associated with the location at which the position may be filled. At Deloitte, it is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the range for their role and compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case. A reasonable estimate of the current range is $76,600 to $157,200.

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Benefits

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Professional development

From entry-level employees to senior leaders, we believe there's always room to learn. We offer opportunities to build new skills, take on leadership opportunities and connect and grow through mentorship. From on-the-job learning experiences to formal development programs, our professionals have a variety of opportunities to continue to grow throughout their career.

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Requisition code: 310186

Job ID 310186

Client-provided location(s): Boston, MA, Seattle, WA, New York, NY, Los Angeles, CA, McLean, VA

Job ID: Deloitte-310186

Employment Type: OTHER

Posted: 2025-08-26T18:57:01