Data Scientist SDE-2

PW (PhysicsWallah); Bengaluru; On-site; INR 1,000,000 - 1,500,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading edtech company in India is seeking a Mid-Senior level Data Scientist - SDE-2 to enhance their engineering and product teams. The role demands a Bachelor's degree in a quantitative discipline and 3-5 years of industry experience, preferably in startups. Key focus areas include designing solutions with LLMs, participating in the software development lifecycle, and collaborating closely with cross-functional teams. The position offers full-time employment within an innovative educational environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3-5 years of experience required.
• Startup experience preferred, Edtech experience is a bonus.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills needed.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement advanced solutions utilizing LLMs.
• Conduct research on developments in generative AI.
• Engage in the software development lifecycle from design to maintenance.

Skills

Deep learning techniques and architectures

Proficiency with LLMs

Experience with cloud platforms

Proficiency in Python

Experience with Docker

Hands-on with FastAPI/Django/Flask

Familiarity with TensorFlow/PyTorch

Problem-solving skills

Excellent communication skills

Education

Bachelor's or higher degree in a quantitative discipline

Tools

Azure OpenAI

Google Vertex AI

AWS Bedrock

Job description

Senior Technical Recruiter | Building Engineering & Product Teams @ PW

Job Title: Data Scientist - SDE-2

Location: Noida and Bangalore

Eligibility

• Bachelor's or higher degree in a quantitative discipline (computer science, statistics, engineering, applied mathematics)

Working Experience

• Minimum 3-5 years of experience
• Startup experience preferred, Edtech work experience bonus
• Design and implement advanced solutions utilising Large Language Models (LLMs).
• Demonstrate self-driven initiative by taking ownership and creating end-to-end solutions.
• Conduct research and stay informed about the latest developments in generative AI and LLMs.
• Develop and maintain code libraries, tools, and frameworks to support generative AI development.
• Participate in code reviews and contribute to maintaining high code quality standards.
• Engage in the entire software development lifecycle, from design and testing to deployment and maintenance.
• Collaborate closely with cross‑functional teams to align messaging, contribute to roadmaps, and integrate software into different repositories for core system compatibility.
• Possess strong analytical and problem‑solving skills.
• Demonstrate excellent communication skills and the ability to work effectively in a team environment.

Skill Sets

• In‑depth understanding of deep learning techniques and architectures (e.g., Transformers, RNNs, CNNs).
• Proficiency with LLMs, including Lang chain, llama index, vector databases, Prompt engineering (RAG, COT, TOT, ReAct, agents).
• Experience with Azure OpenAI, Google Vertex AI, AWS Bedrock for text/audio/image/video modalities.
• Familiarity with Open‑source LLMs, including tools like TensorFlow/PyTorch and Hugging Face.
• Hands‑on experience with cloud platforms such as Azure, AWS, and GCP.
• Proficiency in Python, Docker, FastAPI/Django/Flask, and Git.

Company Description

PhysicsWallah (PW) is India’s leading edtech platform, founded in 2016 by Alakh Pandey with a mission to make high‑quality education affordable and accessible for every student. What began as a YouTube channel has now grown into a multi‑billion‑dollar unicorn serving millions of learners through online courses, offline hybrid centres, and test‑prep programs for JEE, NEET, UPSC, state boards, and beyond.

With over 15 million app downloads, 2 million+ daily learners, and 120+ offline centres across India, PW has transformed the education landscape by combining technology, pedagogy, and affordability. Recognised as a Great Place to Work, the company continues to expand globally, partner with state governments, and pioneer AI‑driven innovation in education.

Seniority level

Mid‑Senior level

Employment type

Full‑time

Job function

Engineering and Science

Industries

Education

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