Private equity is finally warming up to data-science hiring. Here's how 6 firms like Blackstone and Cerberus are building teams — and what's holding some back from going all in.

Recruiters say some private-equity firms are growing front-office tech teams, and hiring from companies like VMWare, Google, and Amazon.

February 14, 2020   |   View Online »

Private equity is finally warming up to data-science hiring. Here's how 6 firms like Blackstone and Cerberus are building teams — and what's holding some back from going all in. Casey Sullivan | Recruiters say some private-equity firms are growing front-office tech teams, and hiring from companies like VMWare, Google, and Amazon. Read More »

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