Senior Data Science Associate Consultant - India

micro1; India; Remote; INR 1,500,000 - 2,500,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading tech firm in India is hiring a Senior Data Science Associate Consultant to lead the development of advanced AI and machine learning models. The ideal candidate will have a PhD or a Master's degree along with extensive experience in Python, statistical modeling, and big data technologies. This role involves collaborating directly with clients to deliver impactful data solutions. The company offers a contract position for mid-senior professionals with potential for growth and innovation in a dynamic industry.

Qualifications

• PhD or Master's with relevant data science experience.
• Expert in Python and statistical modeling.
• Strong experience with big data ecosystems and cloud platforms.

Responsibilities

• Lead design and deployment of AI and ML models.
• Architect data-driven systems and evaluate emerging tools.
• Collaborate with clients and lead data science teams.

Skills

Python

Statistical modeling

ML frameworks (TensorFlow, PyTorch, scikit-learn)

Data architecture

MLOps

Big data ecosystems (Spark, Hadoop)

Cloud platforms (AWS, Azure)

Education

PhD in Computer Science, Statistics, or related field

Master’s with 4–6 years of data science experience

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Job Description

Job Title:

Senior Data Science Associate Consultant

Job Type:

Full-time

Location:

Remote/ Hybrid - India

Job Summary

ZS's Insights & Analytics group partners with clients to design and deliver solutions to help them tackle a broad range of business challenges. Our teams work on multiple projects simultaneously, leveraging advanced data analytics and problem-solving techniques. Our recommendations and solutions are based on rigorous research and analysis underpinned by deep expertise and thought leadership.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the design, development, and deployment of advanced AI and ML models addressing large-scale, high-dimensional problems.
• Architect data-driven systems combining statistical, predictive, and generative modeling techniques.
• Evaluate and integrate emerging datasets, frameworks, and tools into scalable production pipelines.
• Fine-tune large language models (LLMs) and experiment with hybrid AI systems using agentic or classical approaches.
• Collaborate directly with clients to define project scope, design analytical solutions, and deliver business impact.
• Lead teams of data scientists, ensuring methodological rigor, reproducibility, and innovation.
• Contribute to thought leadership initiatives through publications and research collaborations.

Required Skills and Qualifications

• PhD in Computer Science, Statistics, or a related field, or Master’s with 4–6 years of data science experience.
• Expert in Python, statistical modeling, and advanced ML frameworks (TensorFlow, PyTorch, scikit-learn).
• Deep understanding of data architecture, MLOps, and model lifecycle management.
• Hands-on experience with RAG pipelines, fine-tuning generative models, and multi-agent systems.
• Strong experience with big data ecosystems (Spark, Hadoop) and cloud platforms (AWS, Azure).
• Proven ability to lead analytical projects, mentor teams, and communicate technical results to executives.
• Experience in domains like healthcare, tech, or finance is a plus.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience fine-tuning generative models and integrating classic AI techniques.
• Prior leadership experience and a record of mentoring junior colleagues.
• Domain expertise in healthcare, transportation, technology, insurance, or related sectors.

Our interview process is streamlined with a single step: an AI interview. If you perform well, our hiring managers will review your AI interview recording and may extend an offer directly based on that review.

Seniority level

• Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Contract

Job function

• Training

Industries

Software Development