Head of Data Science

Tesco Bengaluru; Bengaluru; Hybrid; INR 3,500,000 - 5,500,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary

Annual bonus

Leave and holidays

NPS and VPF

Medical insurance

Mental wellbeing support

SAYE

Green campus

Job summary

Tesco Bengaluru is seeking a Head of Data Science to lead a growing team of data scientists focused on algorithmic features for technology products that automate decision making.

You will shape the data science strategy, collaborate with business partners, and guide the delivery of high‑quality data products. A strong emphasis on GenAI/AI Agents to improve workflows and optimisation is expected.

Qualifications

• Strong knowledge in key data science areas (e.g., optimisation, simulation, machine learning, forecasting, NLP, or statistics).
• Practical experience programming with Python, Java, Scala or Go and applying it to business problems.
• Ability to design data science solutions that run reliably in production.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support a diverse, talented team, creating an environment for growth and experimentation.
• Shape data science strategy for operational optimisation and impact.
• Collaborate with partners across the business to translate challenges into scalable data science solutions.
• Guide delivery of production‑ready data products and ensure teams have support to succeed.
• Communicate insights clearly to colleagues with varying technical backgrounds.

Skills

Data science

Team leadership

ML/Forecasting/NLP

Programming (Python/Java/Scala/Go)

Production deployments

Communication

GenAI/AI Agents

Job description

As a Head of Data Science, you will help shape and expand a highly skilled team of Data Scientists focused on developing the algorithmic features of Technology Products which support and automate decision making.

About the role

As a Head of Data Science, you will help shape and expand a highly skilled team of Data Scientists focused on developing the algorithmic features of Technology Products which support and automate decision making.

You will be responsible for

You will have the following responsibilities:

• Lead and support a diverse, talented team, creating an environment where people can grow, experiment and bring new ideas forward.

• Shape the data science strategy for operational optimisation, helping teams focus on the most impactful business problems.

• Work closely with partners across the business, turning real operational challenges into practical, scalable data science solutions.

• Guide the delivery of high‑quality, production‑ready data products, ensuring teams have the support they need to succeed.

• Communicate insights clearly and inclusively, helping colleagues of all backgrounds understand and adopt data‑driven approaches.

• Champion innovation, including exploring how GenAI and AI Agents can improve workflows, unlock automation and create new opportunities for optimisation.

You will need

Skills relevant for the job

• Strong knowledge in at least one key data science area (e.g., optimisation, simulation, machine learning, forecasting, NLP, or statistics), with interest in learning across others.

• Practical experience using a modern programming language (such as Python, Java, Scala or Go) and the ability to apply it to real business problems.

• Ability to design and contribute to data science solutions that work reliably in production environments.

• Confidence communicating complex ideas in a clear, inclusive way to colleagues with different levels of technical expertise.

• Interest in exploring how emerging technologies — including GenAI and AI Agents — can unlock new ways of decision making.

Whats in it for you?

• Salary - Your fixed pay is the guaranteed pay as per your contract of employment.
• Annual Bonus - Opportunity to earn additional bonus, distributed as 2/3rd in compensation and 1/3rd in shares.
• Leave & Time-off - Colleagues are entitled to 30 days of leave (18 days of Earned Leave, 12 days of Casual/Sick Leave) and 10 national and festival holidays, as per the company’s policy.
• Making Retirement Tension-FreeSalary - In addition to Statutory retirement beneets, Tesco enables colleagues to participate in voluntary programmes like NPS and VPF.
• Health is Wealth - Tesco promotes programmes that support a culture of health and wellness including insurance for colleagues and their family. Our medical insurance provides coverage for dependents including parents or in-laws.
• Mental Wellbeing - We offer mental health support through self-help tools, community groups, ally networks, face-to-face counselling, and more for both colleagues and dependents.
• Financial Wellbeing - Through our financial literacy partner, we offer one-to-one financial coaching at discounted rates, as well as salary advances on earned wages upon request.
• Save As You Earn (SAYE) - Our SAYE programme allows colleagues to transition from being employees to Tesco shareholders through a structured 3-year savings plan.
• Physical Wellbeing - Our green campus promotes physical wellbeing with facilities that include a cricket pitch, football field, badminton and volleyball courts, along with indoor games, encouraging a healthier lifestyle.

About Us

At Tesco, inclusion is at the heart of everything we do. We believe in treating everyone fairly and with respect, valuing individuality and uniqueness to create a true sense of belonging. Diversity and inclusion are deeply embedded in our values—we treat people how they want to be treated. Our goal is for all colleagues to feel they can be themselves at work, and we are committed to helping them thrive. Across the Tesco group, we are building an inclusive workplace that actively celebrates the cultures, personalities, and preferences of our colleagues, who in turn contribute to the success of our business and reflect the diversity of the communities we serve.

At Tesco Bengaluru, we are proud to be a Disability Confident Committed Employer, highlighting our commitment to creating a supportive environment for individuals with disabilities. We are dedicated to offering equal opportunities for all candidates and encourage applicants with disabilities to apply. Our recruitment process is fully accessible, and we are happy to provide reasonable adjustments during interviews. If you need any accommodations to participate in the recruitment process, please let us know. We are here to ensure that everyone has the chance to succeed.

We also believe in fostering a work environment where you can excel both professionally and personally. Our hybrid model allows you to work flexibly—spend 60% of your week collaborating in person with colleagues at our office locations or local sites, and the rest of the time working remotely. We understand that everyone’s life journey is unique, whether you are starting your career, pursuing passions, or navigating life changes, and we are here to support you. Flexibility is a core part of our culture, and we encourage open conversations about how we can best accommodate your needs, so talk to us throughout your application process on the support required.