Data Scientist | Data Engineer (AI & GTM Analytics)

Cisco Systems, Inc.; Hyderabad; On-site; INR 3,000,000 - 6,000,000; Full time

Job summary

Cisco Systems, Inc. is seeking a Senior Data Scientist to lead AI/ML initiatives that drive GTM strategy and revenue growth. You will design models, build predictive analytics, and partner with Sales, Marketing, Product, and Customer Success to deliver actionable insights.

You will mentor junior data scientists, ensure model rigor, and promote responsible AI practices while solving complex business challenges across Cisco and Splunk partnerships, at a global scale.

Qualifications

• 8+ years in Data Science, ML, or Advanced Analytics in tech.
• Strong Python or R, ML, and AI frameworks such as TensorFlow.
• Advanced SQL with Snowflake, Hadoop, Spark, or similar big data platforms.
• Experience building scalable ETL and data pipelines (Alteryx or equivalent).
• Master's or PhD in a quantitative field.

Responsibilities

• Design, build, and deploy predictive models and AI/ML solutions for GTM strategy and business growth.
• Develop propensity models and analytics for targeted account selling.
• Partner with Sales, Marketing, Product, and Operations to deliver insights.
• Build scalable data pipelines with high-quality data infrastructure.
• Mentor junior data scientists and present findings to executives.

Skills

Python or R

SQL & Big Data

ML / Predictive Modeling

TensorFlow / AI frameworks

ETL / Data Pipelines

Education

Master's degree or PhD in Data Science / CS / Stats

Tools

Snowflake

Hadoop / Spark

Alteryx

TensorFlow

Job description

Meet the Team

Join the GTM Strategy & Planning organization, where data, AI, and analytics power business growth across Cisco and Splunk. Our team partners with Sales, Marketing, Product, Customer Success, and Operations to deliver data-driven insights, predictive intelligence, and AI-powered solutions that accelerate revenue, improve customer engagement, and shape strategic decision-making at a global scale.

Your Impact

As a Senior Data Scientist, you will lead the development of advanced AI and machine learning solutions that drive strategic business outcomes across Cisco and Splunk. You'll work with executive stakeholders and cross-functional teams to solve complex business challenges, build predictive models, and enable data-driven GTM strategies that influence customer acquisition, product adoption, and revenue growth.

Responsibilities

• Design, build, and deploy predictive models and AI/ML solutions that support GTM strategy and business growth.

• Develop propensity models and advanced analytics to enable targeted account selling and intelligent sales motions.

• Partner with Sales, Marketing, Product, Customer Success, and Operations to identify high-impact opportunities and deliver actionable insights.

• Build and optimize scalable data pipelines, ensuring high-quality, reliable, and performant data infrastructure.

• Lead innovation by introducing modern AI techniques, analytical methodologies, and best practices.

• Mentor and guide junior data scientists and analysts while promoting technical excellence.

• Present complex analytical findings and strategic recommendations to senior executives.

• Ensure analytical rigor, model validation, and responsible AI practices across all solutions.

Minimum Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience in Data Science, Machine Learning, or Advanced Analytics within the technology industry.

• Strong expertise in Python or R, machine learning, predictive modeling, and AI frameworks such as TensorFlow.

• Advanced SQL skills with hands-on experience using Snowflake, Hadoop, Apache Spark, or similar big data platforms.

• Experience building and managing scalable ETL processes and data pipelines using tools such as Alteryx or equivalent.

• Master's degree or PhD in Data Science, Computer Science, Statistics, Analytics, or a related quantitative discipline.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience supporting GTM, Sales Analytics, Revenue Operations, or Marketing Analytics initiatives.

• Proven experience leading projects and mentoring data science teams.

• Strong executive communication and storytelling skills, translating technical insights into business recommendations.

• Knowledge of Responsible AI principles, AI governance, and emerging AI technologies, including Generative AI.

• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, highly collaborative, cross-functional global environment.

Why Cisco?

At Cisco, we’re revolutionizing how data and infrastructure connect and protect organizations in the AI era – and beyond. We’ve been innovating fearlessly for 40 years to create solutions that power how humans and technology work together across the physical and digital worlds. These solutions provide customers with unparalleled security, visibility, and insights across the entire digital footprint.

Fueled by the depth and breadth of our technology, we experiment and create meaningful solutions. Add to that our worldwide network of doers and experts, and you’ll see that the opportunities to grow and build are limitless. We work as a team, collaborating with empathy to make really big things happen on a global scale. Because our solutions are everywhere, our impact is everywhere.

We are Cisco, and our power starts with you.