Embrace Discovery Jobs in Chicago, IL

Junior analysts earn $70k–$90k, mid‑level data scientists $110k–$140k, senior data scientists $150k–$190k, and lead discovery specialists $180k–$240k. These ranges reflect tools like Python, Spark, and industry certifications such as AWS Certified Data Analytics.

Key skills include SQL, Python, Tableau, and design thinking. Certifications such as Google Data Analytics, Certified Scrum Product Owner (CSPO), Nielsen Norman Group UX certification, and ISO 27001 for AI ethics are highly valued.

Yes, 65% of listings offer fully remote or hybrid arrangements, with companies providing cloud‑based collaboration tools (Jira, Confluence, Miro) to support distributed teams.

Typical trajectories move from Data Analyst → Data Scientist → Lead Discovery Specialist → Discovery Director. Each step adds responsibilities in strategy, stakeholder management, and cross‑functional leadership.

Trends include increased focus on responsible AI, data governance frameworks, low‑code analytics platforms (e.g., Power BI, Looker), and accelerated experimentation cycles using A/B testing and rapid prototyping.