Data Scientist

HCLTech; Hyderabad; On-site; INR 1,500,000 - 2,100,000; Full time

Job summary

HCLTech in Hyderabad, Telangana, India is seeking a seasoned Data Scientist to join our team. The role requires strong expertise in Python, AI/ML, and statistical modeling, with hands-on experience deploying ML models to production environments.

You will work on real-world business problems, leveraging Azure Machine Learning and Bayesian methods, and collaborate with cross-functional teams. Fluent English and a professional service mindset are essential.

Qualifications

• MS or PhD in Computer Science, Statistics, Mathematics, Artificial Intelligence, Physics, or a related technical discipline.
• At least 5 years of experience in a statistical and/or data science role.
• Expertise in Python.
• 2+ years of hands-on Python ML Production experience.
• 3+ years of professional experience as a Data Scientist focused on ML in business problems.
• Strong software engineering skills, including unit testing, object-oriented programming, and practices like PEP8 and Black.
• Familiarity with Azure Machine Learning and building cloud-based ML solutions.
• Experience in Bayesian modeling and probabilistic models.
• Fluency with NumFOCUS stack: pandas, scikit-learn, Matplotlib, SciPy.
• Proven ability to deploy models to production.
• Professional attitude and service orientation.
• Team player with the ability to work autonomously on complex projects.
• Fluent English.

Responsibilities

• Deploy machine learning models to production systems.
• Plan and prototype ML products within the broader technical landscape.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams across the business.
• Develop robust and testable data science solutions.
• Communicate clearly in English.

Skills

Python

AI/ML

R

Time series

Pandas

Scikit-learn

Matplotlib

SciPy

Azure ML

Deployment

Unit testing

PEP8

Education

MS/PhD in CS/Statistics/Math/AI/Physics

Job description

Skill: Python, AI/ML, R, Time series forecasting

Experience: 5+years

Notice period: immediate to 30 days

We Expect:

• MS or PhD in Computer Science, Statistics, Mathematics, Artificial Intelligence, Physics, or a related technical discipline.
• At least 5 years of experience in a statistical and/or data science role.
• Expertise in Python (experience with languages like R, MATLAB, Scala is a plus).
• 2+ years of hands-on Python ML Production experience (not just POC), with proficiency in deploying models to real-world systems.
• 3+ years of professional experience as a Data Scientist, with a focus on applying machine learning models to business problems.
• Strong software engineering skills, including unit testing, object-oriented programming, and familiarity with best practices like PEP8 and tools like Black.
• Familiarity with Azure Machine Learning (1+ year of experience) and building cloud-based ML solutions.
• Experience in Bayesian modeling (1+ year) and the application of probabilistic models.
• Fluency in the NumFOCUS stack: pandas, scikit-learn, Matplotlib, and SciPy.
• Proven ability to deploy models to production and plan products, considering the broader technical landscape.
• Professional attitude and service orientation.
• Team player with the ability to work autonomously on complex projects.
• Fluent English, as you will communicate primarily in English.