Principal Data Scientist

Snc-Lavalin; Bengaluru; On-site; INR 3,500,000 - 6,000,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive life insurance

Premium medical insurance

Generous annual leave

Flexible work solutions

Discretionary bonus program

Relocation assistance

Discretionary bonus program

Relocation assistance

Employee wellbeing program

Job summary

A leading engineering services firm in Bengaluru is seeking an experienced Principal Data Scientist to spearhead advanced AI/ML projects. This role involves architecting scalable ML models and collaborating with various teams to align AI solutions with business goals. The ideal candidate should have over 10 years of experience in data science and a robust knowledge of cloud platforms, machine learning, and generative AI. This position offers competitive benefits including flexible work options, comprehensive insurance, and a generous annual leave balance.

Qualifications

• 10+ years in Data Science, AI/ML with proven leadership.
• Strong foundation in predictive analytics and forecasting.
• Experience with LLMs and orchestration tools.
• Experience with governance, ethics and regulatory considerations in AI.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development of scalable ML/DL models.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to align AI solutions.
• Establish governance frameworks for ethical AI development.
• Collaborate with engineering, product, and business teams to align AI solutions with strategy.
• Lead MLOps for automated training, evaluation, and deployment (Azure preferred).
• Establish governance frameworks for ethical AI development and compliance.
• Mentor and upskill data science teams on emerging technologies.

Skills

Machine learning

Generative AI

Computer vision

Cloud platforms

Python

Statistical modeling

NLP

Agile methodologies

Education

Master’s or PhD in Computer Science, Data Science, AI/ML

Tools

PyTorch

TensorFlow

Hugging Face

AutoGen

Azure

AWS

Azure

AWS

LLMs

Job description

Principal Data Scientist page is loaded## Principal Data Scientistlocations: AtkinsRéalis - Corporate Office Bangaloretime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todayjob requisition id: R-149091### **Job Description**## **Overview**We are seeking a visionary and technically accomplished Principal Data Scientist to lead advanced AI/ML initiatives across the organization. This role demands deep expertise in machine learning, generative AI, computer vision, and cloud-native AI solutions, with a strong emphasis on innovation, governance, and cross-functional collaboration## **Your role*** Architect and lead the development of scalable ML/DL models for real-world applications.* Drive innovation using Generative AI, Agentic AI, LLMs, and autonomous systems.* Collaborate with engineering, product, and business teams to align AI solutions with strategic goals.* Lead MLOps implementation for automated training, evaluation, and deployment (Azure preferred).* Establish governance frameworks for ethical and compliant AI development.* Mentor and upskill data science teams on emerging technologies and best practices.* Represent the organization in external forums, conferences, and thought leadership initiatives.## **About you*** 10+ years in Data Science, AI/ML, with proven leadership in enterprise-scale projects.* Expertise in Python, PyTorch, TensorFlow, Hugging Face, LangChain, AutoGen, and cloud platforms (Azure, AWS).* Strong foundation in statistical modeling, predictive analytics, NLP, computer vision, and time series forecasting.* Experience with LLMs (e.g., GPT, Gemini, Llama), orchestration tools (e.g., Crew AI, LangGraph), and vector databases (e.g., Pinecone, FAISS).* Familiarity with quantum computing concepts and their intersection with AI.* Proven track record in integrating AI into product development and business operations.* Master’s or PhD in Computer Science, Data Science, AI/ML, or related field.* Certifications from Microsoft, AWS, IIT-Delhi, or equivalent in AI/ML, GenAI.* Experience in Agile environments and leading cross-functional teams.## **Reward & benefits**Explore the rewards and benefits that help you thrive – at every stage of your life and your career.This includes:* Comprehensive life insurance coverage.* Premium medical insurance for you and your dependents.* Generous annual leave balance.* Flexible and hybrid work solutions.* Remote work opportunities outside of country.* Company gratuity scheme.* Discretionary bonus program.* Relocation assistance.* Employee Wellbeing Program: 24/7 access to specialists in finance, legal matters, family care, personal health, fitness, and nutrition.Seize every opportunity to sharpen your skills, expand your expertise, and be recognized for the impact you make.## **About AtkinsRéalis**We're , a world-class engineering services and nuclear organization. We connect people, data and technology to transform the world's infrastructure and energy systems. Together, with our industry partners and clients, and our global team of consultants, designers, engineers and project managers, we can change the world. We're committed to leading our clients across our various end markets to engineer a better future for our planet and its people.### **Worker Type**Employee### **Job Type**Regular*At* *AtkinsRéalis**, we seek to hire individuals with diverse characteristics, backgrounds and perspectives. We strongly believe that world-class talent makes no distinctions based on gender, ethnic or national origin, sexual identity and orientation, age, religion or disability, but enriches itself through these differences.*