Lead Data Analyst

Ameriprise Financial Services, LLC; Gurugram District; On-site; INR 900,000 - 1,400,000; Full time

Job summary

Ameriprise India LLP in Gurgaon is seeking a Lead - Data Analyst for Reporting and Operations within the ABGD group. The role emphasizes building and deploying data science solutions, conducting A/B tests, and delivering insights that drive business decisions.

The ideal candidate has 5–7 years of hands-on data science experience, strong Python/SQL skills, and a track record of turning complex data into actionable recommendations, with exposure to generative AI being a plus.

Qualifications

• 5–7 years of hands-on experience in data science / applied ML.
• Strong critical thinking and problem-solving ability, comfortable challenging requirements and getting to the real business question.
• Deep data understanding and strong command over exploratory data analysis.
• Proficiency in Python (pandas, numpy, scikit-learn, etc.) and SQL.
• Experience with AWS SageMaker for model building, training, and deployment.
• Hands-on experience with Redshift and/or Snowflake, and S3.
• Proven track record of taking models from concept to production and maintaining them over time.
• Strong ability to translate business problems into data science solutions and communicate results effectively.

Responsibilities

• Partner with senior stakeholders to understand problems, frame them as data science questions, and translate requirements into well-scoped, actionable solutions.
• Conduct extensive exploratory data analysis (EDA) to uncover patterns, validate assumptions, and identify the right modeling approach.
• Build, validate, and maintain machine learning models end-to-end from problem framing to deployment and monitoring.
• Continuously optimize existing models for accuracy, robustness, and business impact.
• Write clean, efficient, production-ready code in Python and SQL.
• Work with large-scale data using AWS SageMaker, Redshift/Snowflake, and S3.
• Apply critical thinking to challenge assumptions, validate results, and ensure models solve the actual business problem, not just a technically interesting one.
• Present findings and recommendations clearly to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.

Skills

Data science

Critical thinking

Python

SQL

AWS SageMaker

Redshift

Snowflake

Model deployment

Communication

Tools

Python

SQL

AWS SageMaker

Redshift

Snowflake

S3

Job description

About Our Company

Ameriprise India LLP has been providing client based financial solutions to help clients plan and achieve their financial objectives for 20 years. We are part of Ameriprise Financial Inc., a US financial planning company headquartered in Minneapolis with a global presence and diversified financial services leader with more than $1.5 trillion in assets under management, administration and advisement as of year-end 2024. The firm’s focus areas include Asset Management and Advice, Retirement Planning and Insurance Protection.

Be part of an inclusive, collaborative culture that rewards you for your contributions, and work with other talented individuals who share your passion for doing great work. You’ll also have plenty of opportunities to make your mark at the office and a difference in your community. So, if you’re talented, driven and want to work for a strong, ethical company that cares, take the next step and create a career at Ameriprise India LLP.

Job Description

We are seeking a Lead - Data Analyst for Reporting and Operations role in ABGD group, who can think strategically and interpret data. The role will be primarily responsible for managing intake process, perform A/B Test, Sales funnel analysis & providing insight on data using Python.

About the Role

We are looking for a Lead Data Analyst to join our Gurgaon team. This role is for someone who is a strong data scientist first someone who can dig deep into data, build sound statistical/ML models, and translate ambiguous business problems into clear, actionable solutions. Exposure to Generative AI is a plus, but the core of this role is rigorous, hands-on data science.

What You’ll Do

• Partner with senior stakeholders to understand problems, frame them as data science questions, and translate requirements into well‑scoped, actionable solutions
• Conduct extensive exploratory data analysis (EDA) to uncover patterns, validate assumptions, and identify the right modeling approach
• Build, validate, and maintain machine learning models end‑to‑end from problem framing to deployment and monitoring
• Continuously optimize existing models for accuracy, robustness, and business impact
• Write clean, efficient, production‑ready code in Python and SQL
• Work with large‑scale data using AWS SageMaker, Redshift/Snowflake, and S3
• Apply critical thinking to challenge assumptions, validate results, and ensure models solve the actual business problem, not just a technically interesting one
• Present findings and recommendations clearly to both technical and non‑technical stakeholders

Must‑Have Skills

• 5–7 years of hands‑on experience in data science / applied ML
• Strong critical thinking and problem‑solving ability, comfortable challenging requirements and getting to the real business question
• Deep data understanding and strong command over exploratory data analysis
• Proficiency in Python (pandas, numpy, scikit‑learn, etc.) and SQL
• Experience with AWS SageMaker for model building, training, and deployment
• Hands‑on experience with Redshift and/or Snowflake, and S3
• Proven track record of taking models from concept to production and maintaining them over time
• Strong ability to translate business problems into data science solutions and communicate results effectively

Good to Have

• Exposure to Generative AI (LLMs, prompt engineering, RAG, fine‑tuning, etc.)

Note: This role is primarily a Data Science position. Strong core DS/ML fundamentals will be weighted more heavily than GenAI experience.

What We’re Looking For

Someone who is genuinely curious about data, rigorous in their approach, and comfortable owning a problem from raw data to business impact, not just building models in isolation.

In‑Office Collaboration

We are a client‑centric, relationship‑based business. Working together, in‑person, is foundational to how we achieve results. By fostering a culture of face‑to‑face collaboration, idea sharing, productivity and personal connection, we deliver for our stakeholders — clients, advisors, employees and shareholders. Our employees work in the office at least three (3) days per week, with flexibility to work from home two (2) days per week. Some roles may require additional in‑office time or different in‑office expectations, and specific requirements will be discussed during the hiring process.

Full‑Time/Part‑Time

Full time

Timings

(2:00p-10:30p)

India Business Unit

AWMPO AWMP&S President’s Office

Job Family Group

Data

Ameriprise India LLP is an equal opportunity employer. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, genetic information, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, military status, veteran status, marital status, pregnancy, family status or any other basis prohibited by law.

We are committed to fostering an inclusive and accessible recruitment process for individuals with disabilities. If you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in the application or interview process, speak to your recruiter to discuss how we can support you.