Data Scientist

Grapevine Round1 AI; India; On-site; INR 2,200,000 - 3,200,000; Full time

Job summary

Flipkart seeks a Data Scientist for its Foundational Model Team in India to develop and deploy LLM-based solutions for e-commerce initiatives. The hire will explore GenAI research to build in-house models that drive innovation across the group.

A strong foundation in machine learning, deep learning, and NLP, with a focus on fine-tuning language models, is required. The role offers the opportunity to work on research projects with dedicated compute resources and cross-functional collaboration to

Qualifications

• Deep understanding of algorithms in theory and application.
• Strong grasp of Deep Learning principles.
• Theory and practice of fine-tuning language models.
• Solid foundation in machine learning.
• Natural Language Processing.

Responsibilities

• Developing and deploying LLM-based solutions for e-commerce initiatives.
• Explore GenAI research to build in-house models.
• Work with dedicated compute resources to run experiments.
• Collaborate with Foundational Model Team on research projects.

Skills

Deep learning

NLP

ML theory

LLM fine-tuning

GenAI

Job description

# Data ScientistFlipkartunknown, IndiaPosted 26 Jul 2026This role at Flipkart's Foundational Model Team focuses on developing and deploying LLM-based solutions for e-commerce business initiatives. The hire will explore recent research in GenAI to build in-house models that drive innovation across the group. Success requires a strong foundation in machine learning, deep learning, and NLP, with a focus on fine-tuning language models. The role offers the opportunity to work on research projects with dedicated compute resources.Matched by TALApply to this role now. Install TAL for a 24/7 AI agent that keeps finding roles personalised for you.Apply nowInstall TALExperienceExperience not specifiedFunctionResearchWork modeOnsite, IndiaCompanyTier 1## What you will work onThis role at Flipkart's Foundational Model Team focuses on developing and deploying LLM-based solutions for e-commerce business initiatives. The hire will explore recent research in GenAI to build in-house models that drive innovation across the group. Success requires a strong foundation in machine learning, deep learning, and NLP, with a focus on fine-tuning language models. The role offers the opportunity to work on research projects with dedicated compute resources.## TAL's takeQuality 80/1004/5 clarityTier 1 companyTier 1 company, clear focus on cutting-edge GenAI research and foundational model development.The role is clearly defined in the context of the Foundational Model Team, although it lacks specific YOE requirements.## Salaries at Flipkart27.5 LPA averageBased on 1,761 Grapevine salary entries for Flipkart.View all salariesResearch2 - 4 years | SDE 216 LPA averageRange: 16 - 16 LPAResearch4 - 6 years | SDE 210 LPA averageRange: 10 - 10 LPAResearch6 - 8 years | L1242 LPA averageRange: 24 - 54 LPAInformation Technology0 - 2 years | 83 LPA averageRange: 3 - 3 LPA## Must haves* Deep understanding of algorithms in theory and application* Strong grasp of Deep Learning principles* Theory and practice of fine-tuning language models* Solid foundation in machine learning* Natural Language Processing* Deep Learning* Machine Learning## Tools and skillsnatural language processingdeep learningmachine learningllm fine-tuning## About the companyFlipkart is a prominent Tier 1 e-commerce unicorn in India with a strong engineering brand.