Data Scientist Architect

Persistent Systems Limited; Pune District; Hybrid; INR 4,000,000 - 6,400,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work hours

Long Service awards

Group term life insurance

Mediclaim hospitalization

Job summary

Persistent Systems Limited is seeking a Data Scientist Architect to lead development, deployment, and monitoring of AI/ML models for Sales use cases. The role emphasizes building robust pipelines, evaluating GenAI-enabled applications, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to translate business problems into scalable solutions.

The candidate should bring extensive hands-on experience, strong SQL/Python skills, and a background in data storytelling and visualization.

Qualifications

• 10+ years hands-on experience in AI/ML model development and deployment.
• Proficient in model monitoring, refreshes, and performance tracking.
• Able to write clean SQL and Python for data extraction, modeling, and reporting.
• Experience with GenAI concepts and/or LLM models is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Develop, maintain, and monitor AI/ML models for Sales use cases.
• Support GenAI-enabled applications including prompt experimentation and evaluation.
• Collaborate with Data Science capabilities to translate business problems into model plans.
• Build and maintain training, scoring, validation, and monitoring pipelines.

Skills

Basic SQL

Python

Data storytelling

Visualization

GenAI/LLM models

Cloud platforms

Big data technologies

Statistical methods

ML algorithms

Job description

We are an AI-led, platform-driven Digital Engineering and Enterprise Modernization partner, combining deep technical expertise and industry experience to help our clients anticipate what?s next. Our offerings and proven solutions create a unique competitive advantage for our clients by giving them the power to see beyond and rise above. We work with many industry-leading organizations across the world, including 20 Fortune 50 companies and 4 of the 5 top banks in both the US and India, and numerous innovators across the healthcare ecosystem.

This position is a critical role within our Sales Data Science Capabilities team, focusing on the development, maintenance, monitoring, and continuous improvement of AI/ML models and LLM-enabled applications. The ideal candidate will be a hands‑on practitioner with a strong background in machine learning, capable of translating business and data science requirements into scalable, reliable, and well‑monitored model solutions.

• Role: Data Scientist Architect
• Location: All Persistent Locations
• Experience: 14+ Years
• Job Type: Full Time Employment

What You'll Do:

• Develop, enhance, and maintain AI/ML models that support various Sales use cases, including lead scoring, product recommendation, seller prioritization, customer segmentation, next‑best‑action, and seller productivity.
• Support the development of LLM and GenAI‑enabled applications, focusing on prompt experimentation, model evaluation, retrieval workflows, and quality measurement.
• Collaborate with the Data Science capabilities team to translate business problems into actionable model development plans and technical implementations.
• Build and maintain model training, scoring, validation, and monitoring pipelines in partnership with data engineering and platform teams.
• Monitor model performance, data quality, drift, stability, and business impact; proactively identify issues and recommend improvements.
• Conduct model refreshes, feature updates, back testing, performance diagnostics, and enhancement analyses to improve model accuracy and business relevance.
• Support experimentation and measurement for AI/ML capabilities by preparing datasets, defining model‑level diagnostics, and analyzing treatment/control or pre/post‑performance where applicable.
• Write clean, scalable, and well‑documented Basic SQL and Python code for data extraction, feature engineering, modeling, evaluation, and reporting.
• Create technical documentation for model logic, assumptions, features, performance metrics, monitoring dashboards, and operational handoff.

Expertise You'll Bring:

• The successful candidate will bring a wealth of experience in AI/ML model development, a proactive approach to problem‑solving, and a commitment to continuous improvement.
• You will be instrumental in driving the success of our AI initiatives and enhancing the overall performance of our Sales operations.
• 10+ years of hands‑on experience in developing and deploying AI/ML models.
• Proficient in model monitoring, model refreshes, performance tracking, data quality checks, and production ML maintenance.
• Highly skilled in Basic SQL and Python, with a strong ability in Data Storytelling and Visualisation.
• Experience with developing GenAI Concepts and/or LLM models is a plus.
• Strong Communication Skills, capable of explaining model performance, risks, and trade‑offs to both technical and non‑technical partners.
• Experience working in Sales, Marketing, Product, Customer Support, Web, Strategy, or CRM.
• Familiarity with cloud platforms and big data technologies.
• Knowledge of advanced statistical methods and machine learning algorithms.
• Competitive salary and benefits package
• Culture focused on talent development with quarterly growth opportunities and company‑sponsored higher education and certifications
• Opportunity to work with cutting‑edge technologies
• Employee engagement initiatives such as project parties, flexible work hours, and Long Service awards
• Insurance coverage: group term life, personal accident, and Mediclaim hospitalization for self, spouse, two children, and parents

Values-Driven, People-Centric & Inclusive Work Environment:

Persistent is dedicated to fostering diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We invite applications from all qualified individuals, including those with disabilities, and regardless of gender or gender preference. We welcome diverse candidates from all backgrounds.

• We support hybrid work and flexible hours to fit diverse lifestyles.
• Our office is accessibility‑friendly, with ergonomic setups and assistive technologies to support employees with physical disabilities.
• If you are a person with disabilities and have specific requirements, please inform us during the application process or at any time during your employment

?Persistent is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind.?