Director Data Scientist

Mopid; Bengaluru; On-site; INR 2,500,000 - 3,000,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading analytics firm in Bengaluru is seeking a Director of Data Science to convert visions into actionable roadmaps and lead a team in managing client AI and analytics projects. The ideal candidate should have over 15 years of experience, with at least 12 years focusing on applied Machine Learning and AI. You will manage end-to-end implementations and actively engage with clients, requiring extensive programming knowledge in Python and familiarity with cloud technologies. Excellent communication and project management skills are essential.

Qualifications

• 15+ overall experience with 12+ years of hands-on experience in applied Machine Learning, AI and analytics.
• Experience of scientific programming in scripting languages like Python, R, SQL, NoSQL, Spark.
• Strong grasp of depth and breadth of machine learning, deep learning, and statistical concepts.

Responsibilities

• Convert vision and concepts into a structured data science roadmap.
• Handle end-to-end client AI & analytics programs.
• Drive project management for complex data science projects.

Skills

Machine Learning

Python

Cloud Technologies

Data Processing

Statistical Concepts

Client Engagement

Education

B-Tech/M-Tech/MBA from a top tier Institute

Tools

Python libraries (numpy, pandas, scikit-learn)

Cloud Technology (AWS, Azure, GCP)

Job description

Director Data Science

Experience range – 15+ years

Type of job – Full time, In office

Location – Bengaluru

Roles and Responsibilities:

• Convert broad vision and concepts into a structured data science roadmap, and guide a team to successfully execute on it.
• Handling end-to-end client AI & analytics programs in a fluid environment. Your role will be a combination of hands‑on contribution, technical team management, and client interaction. Proven ability to discover solutions hidden in large datasets and to drive business results with their data‑based insights.
• Contribute to internal product development initiatives related to data science. Drive excellent project management required to deliver complex projects, including effort/time estimation.
• Be proactive, with full ownership of the engagement. Build scalable client engagement level processes for faster turnaround & higher accuracy.
• Define Technology/ Strategy and Roadmap for client accounts, and guide implementation of that strategy within projects.
• Manage the team members, to ensure that the project plan is being adhered to over the course of the project.
• Build a trusted advisor relationship with the IT management at clients and internal accounts leadership.

Mandated Skills:

• A B-Tech/M-Tech/MBA from a top tier Institute preferably in a quantitative subject.
• 15+ overall experience with 12+ years of hands‑on experience in applied Machine Learning, AI and analytics.
• Experience of scientific programming in scripting languages like Python, R, SQL, NoSQL, Spark with ML tools & Cloud Technology (AWS, Azure, GCP).
• Experience in Python libraries such as numpy, pandas, scikit-learn, tensor-flow, scrapy, BERT etc.
• Strong grasp of depth and breadth of machine learning, deep learning, data mining, and statistical concepts and experience in developing models and solutions in these areas. Expertise with client engagement, understanding complex problem statements, and offering solutions in the domains of Supply Chain, Manufacturing, CPG, Marketing, etc.

Desired Skills:

• Deep understanding of ML algorithms for common use cases in both structured and unstructured data ecosystems.
• Comfortable with large scale data processing and distributed computing.
• Providing required inputs to sales, and pre‑sales activities.
• A self‑starter who can work well with minimal guidance.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Machine Learning, python, Cloud Technologies