Data Scientist

Crayon Data Pvt Ltd; Chennai; On-site; INR 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Job summary

Crayon Data Pvt Ltd in Chennai is seeking a Senior Data Scientist to design, develop, and deploy AI/ML solutions aimed at sales acceleration and business transformation in the BFSI sector. You will work with cross-functional teams to translate business challenges into data-driven initiatives.

The ideal candidate has 4–5 years of hands-on data science experience, strong Python skills, and proficiency in TensorFlow or PyTorch, with cloud familiarity across AWS/Azure/GCP.

Qualifications

• 4–5 years hands-on data science, ML, and AI in BFSI or similar data-rich sectors.
• Master’s degree preferred in CS, DS, statistics or applied math.
• Proficient in Python; experience with TensorFlow or PyTorch.
• Experience deploying ML models at scale in production.
• Familiarity with AWS, Azure, or GCP cloud platforms.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management; proactive and collaborative.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and deploy AI/ML solutions that drive enterprise outcomes.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to translate business problems into AI use cases.
• Lead production-ready AI/ML productization and improve existing models.
• Contribute to client discussions and thought leadership with technical insights.

Skills

Data Science

Machine Learning

Applied AI

BFSI domain

Education

Master's degree preferred

Tools

Python

TensorFlow

PyTorch

AWS

Azure

GCP

Job description

Job Description:

Data Scientist – Chennai (AI/ML & BFSI Focus)

From models to measurable impact — drive real change with AI.

Location: Chennai, India

Experience: 4–5 years in Data Science/ML (preferably in BFSI or other data-rich industries)

We’re looking for innovative data scientists who go beyond building models to deliver measurable business impact. We value professionals with a strong passion for applying AI, a proactive mindset, and the ability to anticipate client needs and translate business challenges into practical solutions.

Role Overview

As a Senior Data Scientist, you will design, develop, and deploy AI/ML solutions that drive enterprise sales acceleration and business transformation. You will work closely with cross-functional teams to solve complex business problems through data-driven decision-making, risk intelligence, personalization, and predictive modeling, with a focus on financial services.

What Makes You Right for This Role?

Advanced AI/ML Modeling – Develop and optimize machine learning models for risk assessment, fraud detection, customer intelligence, and hyper-personalization.

AI Productization – Translate AI/ML concepts and experiments into scalable, production-ready solutions that deliver measurable business value.

Data Strategy – Collaborate with business and technical stakeholders to identify data opportunities and develop AI-driven use cases aligned with business objectives.

Innovation & Thought Leadership – Explore emerging AI/ML techniques, build prototypes, and contribute to client presentations and technical discussions.

Cross-functional Collaboration – Partner with engineering, product, and business teams to deliver AI solutions, share knowledge, and contribute to best practices.

The Person We’re Looking For

• 4–5 years of hands-on experience in Data Science, Machine Learning, and applied AI, preferably in BFSI or similar data-rich industries.
• Strong academic foundation in Computer Science, Data Science, Statistics, Applied Mathematics, or a related field. A Master’s degree is preferred.
• Proficiency in Python and experience with ML frameworks such as TensorFlow or PyTorch.
• Experience developing, evaluating, and deploying machine learning models at scale.
• Familiarity with cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, or GCP.
• Ability to translate business challenges into practical AI/ML solutions with measurable outcomes.
• Strong analytical thinking, problem-solving, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
• A proactive mindset, passion for experimentation, and eagerness to explore emerging AI technologies.
• Based in Chennai, with flexibility to travel for client discussions and collaborations.

If you’re passionate about building AI solutions that solve real-world business problems and create measurable impact, we’d love to hear from you!