Lead Data Scientist

PeopleStrong; Mumbai; On-site; INR 4,000,000 - 7,000,000; Full time

Job summary

Aditya Birla Capital Limited (ABCL) is seeking a Lead Data Scientist to drive advanced analytics within the Analytics-Business department. The role requires leading ML model development, data analysis, and stakeholder collaboration at a senior level.

You will guide a team, manage priorities, and present insights to executives, leveraging Python, PySpark, SQL, and strong statistical skills in a fast-paced financial environment.

Qualifications

• Master's in Computer Science, Statistics, Mathematics, or related quantitative field.
• 8+ years of experience developing and deploying ML models, preferably in finance.
• Strong programming skills in Python, PySpark, SQL; data manipulation and analysis.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement ML models and solutions for financial services.
• Lead analytics projects and mentor team members in methods and tools.
• Communicate complex results to non-technical stakeholders.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Stakeholder management

Team leadership

Education

Master's in Computer Science or related quantitative field

Tools

Python

PySpark

SQL

PowerPoint

Job description

Aditya Birla Capital Limited ("ABCL") is the holding company for the financial services businesses of the Aditya Birla Group. With subsidiaries/JVs that have a strong presence across Protecting, Investing and Financing solutions, ABCL is a financial solutions group that caters to the diverse needs of its customers across their life cycle. Powered by more than 38,000 employees, the businesses of ABCL have a nationwide reach with over 1300 branches, more than 2,00,000 agents/channel partners and various bank partners.

What makes an ideal ABC Citizen?

At ABC, we are constantly on the lookout for individuals who resonate with our 5 core values of Speed, Passion, Integrity, Seamlessness and commitment and live them every day, while also understanding our vision. We believe in building leaders who thrive on challenges, take the onus of creating and sustaining strong teams, and forms strong networks as a result of effective relationship-building.

Role

Lead Data Scientist

Department

Analytics-Business

Key Responsibilities

• Master's in Computer Science, Statistics, Mathematics, or related quantitative field.
• Proven experience (8+ years) in developing and implementing machine learning models, preferably in the financial sector.
• Strong programming skills in languages such as Python, PySpark, SQL with experience in data manipulation and analysis.
• Excellent understanding of statistical modeling techniques, such as regression analysis, clustering and time series forecasting.
• Ability to lead a team effectively, manage priorities, and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Exceptional communication skills with the ability to convey complex technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders.
• Experience in handling diverse stakeholders and collaborating with cross-functional teams.
• Experience in developing and delivering compelling PowerPoint presentations is required.

Aditya Birla Capital is committed to provide equal opportunity to all in employment and prohibits discrimination or harassment in any form on the basis of race, colour, religion, ethnicity, age, gender, disability or any other characteristic protected by law. Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI) is embedded in our recruitment policies based on our business needs and candidates meeting the eligibility criteria such as qualification, skills and experience.