• The Lead Data Scientist is responsible for leading data science initiatives that drive business profitability, increased efficiencies and improved customer experience. • This role assists in the development of the Home Depot advanced analytics infrastructure that informs decision making by applying expertise of both business and Advanced Analytics Modeling techniques. • Lead Data Scientists focus on seeking out business opportunities to leverage data science as a competitive advantage. • This role has expertise in one or more data science specializations, such as optimization, computer vision, recommendation, search or NLP. • Responsible for large data science projects, identifying opportunities to leverage best technology and approach, and mentoring data scientists on the project team. • Expected to own the library of reusable algorithms for future use, ensuring developed codes are documented. • Supports the building of skilled and talented data science teams by providing input to staffing needs and participating in the recruiting and hiring process. • Leads data science communities across several business units.