Senior Data Scientist - AI/ML

ZF Group; Chennai District; On-site; INR 2,500,000 - 6,000,000; Full time

Job summary

ZF Group in India seeks a Senior Data Scientist-AI/ML to lead advanced AI/ML research, focusing on DL, RL, and Generative AI. You will collaborate with business stakeholders and translate complex problems into analytical tasks, ensuring scalable and secure AI solutions.

Ideal candidates have 8+ years in research development, strong foundations in data structures/algorithms, and hands-on experience with modern AI frameworks and transformer-based models.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience in research development and development of AI/ML solutions.
• Advanced degree preferred; PhD is advantageous.
• Experience with generative AI architectures and large-scale models.

Responsibilities

• Stay at the forefront of advancements in algorithms, tools and theory.
• Conduct research in DL, RL, Generative AI and agentic AI.
• Perform domain-specific data analysis to identify business insights.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to translate challenges into analytical tasks.
• Ensure architecture supports security, scalability and sustainability.
• Communicate complex AI concepts to both technical and non-technical audiences.

Skills

Python programming

DL/RL/GenAI

Transformer & LLMs

MLOps

Data structures & algorithms

Education

Master's degree in Mathematics, Computer Science or related field

PhD is a plus

Tools

AI frameworks

Job description

About the Team:

ZF COE Team is effectively communicate complex technical concepts related to AI, ML, DL, and RL to both technical and non-technical audiences. This might involve presenting research findings at conferences or writing papers for academic journals.

What you can look forward to as Senior Data Scientist-AI/ML (m/f/d):

• Stay at the forefront of the field by keeping abreast of the latest advancements in algorithms, tools, and theoretical frameworks. This might involve researching areas like interpretability of machine learning models or efficient training methods for deep neural networks.


• Conduct cutting-edge research to identify novel AI/ML methodologies, including Deep Learning (DL), Reinforcement Learning (RL), Generative AI and Agentic AI.


• Perform domain-specific data analysis to identify trends, patterns, and insights relevant to business objectives.


• Collaborate with business stakeholders to understand operational challenges and translate them into analytical tasks.


• Ensure that the right architecture and design principles are consistently applied to achieve security, scalability, and long-term sustainability.


• Effectively communicate complex technical concepts related to AI, ML, DL, and RL to both technical and non-technical audiences. This might involve presenting research findings at conferences or writing papers for academic journals.

Your profile as Senior Data Scientist-AI/ML (m/f/d):

• 8+ years of experience in research development, with a strong understanding of data structures and algorithms.


• Master's degree in Mathematics, Computer Science or other related technical fields. Phd is good to have.


• Hands-on experience with generative AI architectures including GANs (Generative Adversarial Networks), VAEs (Variational Autoencoders), and autoregressive models, Transformer-based networks, LLMs, SLMs including model finetuning.


• Familiar with implementing RAG (Retrieval-Augmented Generation) architecture for sophisticated AI applications


• Basic knowledge of AI accelerator chips


• Knowledge of MLOps practices to ensure the robustness, reliability and scalability of AI systems


• Strong Python programming skills and experience with modern AI frameworks

Why you should Choose ZF Group in India :

• Innovation and Technology Leadership: ZF is at the forefront of technological advancements, offering a dynamic and innovative work environment that encourages creativity and growth.


• Diverse and Inclusive Culture: ZF fosters a diverse and inclusive workplace where all employees are valued and respected, promoting a culture of collaboration and mutual support.


• Career Development: ZF is committed to the professional growth of its employees, offering extensive training programs, career development opportunities, and a clear path for advancement.


• Global Presence: As a part of a global leader in driveline and chassis technology, ZF provides opportunities to work on international projects and collaborate with teams worldwide.


• Sustainability Focus: ZF is dedicated to sustainability and environmental responsibility, actively working towards creating eco-friendly solutions and reducing its carbon footprint.


• Employee Well-being: ZF prioritizes the well-being of its employees, providing comprehensive health and wellness programs, flexible work arrangements, and a supportive work-life balance.