Practice & Data Science Lead

HCLTech; Chennai District; On-site; INR 4,000,000 - 7,000,000; Full time

Job summary

HCLTech is seeking a Practice & Data Science Lead (Data & AI Coach) to co-own the Data & AI Practice and drive capability development across global teams and leadership audiences. The role covers Content, Capability, and Capacity, delivering training programs, shaping curriculum strategy, and building coach capability for enterprise-wide AI adoption in banking transformations.

Ideal candidates have 15+ years in Data Management, Analytics, AI, and Banking Transformation, with experience leading

Qualifications

• 15+ years of experience in Data Management, Analytics, AI and Banking Transformation.
• Experience leading or deputizing for large-scale learning and capability-building practices.
• Strong understanding of data governance, AI ethics, and responsible AI.

Responsibilities

• Own SME contributions for curriculum areas such as data management, governance and AI.
• Drive curriculum blueprinting for virtual/instructor-led and hands-on learning.
• Review training materials, labs, recordings, assessments, and learning assets.
• Manage timelines, stakeholder feedback, and curriculum revisions.
• Act as client-facing representative for training engagements and delivery planning.

Skills

Data Management

Data Governance

Generative AI

Applied AI

AI Ethics & Governance

Advanced Analytics

Banking Transformation

Content Development

Coaching & Training

Leadership

Tools

Copilot

AI Tooling

Job description

We're Hiring | Practice & Data Science Lead (Data & AI Coach) | HCLTech

Are you a seasoned Data & AI leader passionate about enabling large-scale transformation through learning, coaching, and innovation? HCLTech is looking for an accomplished Practice & Data Science Lead (Data & AI Coach) to co-own our Data & AI Practice and drive capability development across global teams and leadership audiences.

About the Role

As a Practice & Data Science Lead (Data & AI Coach), you will play a strategic role across the three pillars of our Data & AI Practice: Content, Capability, and Capacity. In addition to delivering world-class training programs, you will help shape curriculum strategy, build coach capability, manage practice operations, and support enterprise-wide AI adoption initiatives.

This role demands deep expertise in Data Management, Data Governance, Generative AI, Applied AI, AI Ethics & Governance, Advanced Analytics, and Banking Transformation, along with the ability to engage audiences ranging from junior professionals to C-suite executives.

Key Responsibilities

• Own SME contributions for key curriculum areas including:
  • Data Management Frameworks
  • Data Governance & Data Lineage
  • AI Governance & Responsible AI
  • Generative AI & Prompt Engineering
• Drive curriculum blueprinting for VILT, SDL, and hands-on learning programs.
• Review and quality-assure training materials, labs, recordings, assessments, and learning assets before release.
• Manage content development timelines, stakeholder feedback cycles, and urgent curriculum revisions.

Capability Development & Coaching

• Deliver engaging instructor-led and virtual training programs for global audiences, from junior bankers to CXOs.
• Simplify complex concepts including:
  • AI & Machine Learning Models
  • Generative AI Applications
  • AI Governance Frameworks
• Facilitate case studies, simulations, role-based exercises, and real-world banking use cases.
• Develop coach competency frameworks and enhance trainer capability on emerging AI technologies.
• Deputize for the Practice Lead in planning, governance, and escalation management.
• Manage VILT schedules, trainer allocations, readiness tracking, and delivery execution.
• Coordinate testing, QA activities, and technical validation for hands-on learning programs.
• Maintain weekly practice dashboards covering:
  • Batch Progress
  • Resource Planning
• Support technical coach hiring, evaluation, and onboarding activities.
• Act as a primary client-facing representative for training engagements, delivery planning, and stakeholder communication.

We're looking for professionals with hands-on experience across modern AI ecosystems:

Agentic AI & Coding Tools

• Agentic Coding Workflows & AI-Assisted Development
• Copilot-Based Solution Development & Demonstrations

Preferred Experience

• 15+ years of experience in Data Management, Analytics, AI, and Banking Transformation.
• Experience leading or deputizing for large-scale learning and capability-building practices.

• Data Governance
• Regulatory Compliance
• Customer Analytics
• Enterprise Data Strategy
• Digital Transformation

• Strong understanding of the Generative AI lifecycle and Responsible AI practices.
• Proven ability to engage senior executives and articulate technology's business value.

Core Skills & Competencies

• Data Science & Advanced Analytics
• Enterprise Learning & Capability Development
• Capacity & Resource Planning
• Strategic Problem Solving

Why Join HCLTech?

At HCLTech, you'll have the opportunity to shape the future of Data & AI learning, influence enterprise transformation initiatives, and work with global clients at the forefront of digital innovation.