Senior Lead AI Scientist

ZS; Bengaluru; Hybrid; INR 1,200,000 - 1,500,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and well-being benefits

Financial planning support

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

A management consulting and technology firm is seeking a seasoned AI/ML professional to develop patient modeling solutions. The ideal candidate has over 5 years of experience and a strong background in AI frameworks like TensorFlow and PyTorch, with a focus on healthcare data. This role provides opportunities for mentoring, innovative research, and working in a hybrid model that combines client interactions with remote work. Join us to make a life-changing impact!

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in building and deploying AI/ML solutions.
• Proven expertise in developing patient predictive models.
• Hands-on experience with healthcare data like EHR and genomic data.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement digital twin architectures for patient modeling.
• Conduct research on novel AI methods for innovative approaches.
• Mentor junior AI team members on technical skills.

Skills

Building AI/ML solutions

Deploying predictive models

Programming in Python

Understanding GANs and CNNs

Research in AI for health

Education

Bachelor's Degree in AI, Data Science, Computer Science

Tools

TensorFlow

PyTorch

Job description

ZS is a place where passion changes lives. As a management consulting and technology firm focused on improving life and how we live it, we transform ideas into impact by bringing together data, science, technology and human ingenuity to deliver better outcomes for all. Here you’ll work side‑by‑side with a powerful collective of thinkers and experts shaping life‑changing solutions for patients, caregivers and consumers, worldwide. ZSers drive impact by bringing a client‑first mentality to each and every engagement. We partner collaboratively with our clients to develop custom solutions and technology products that create value and deliver company results across critical areas of their business. Bring your curiosity for learning, bold ideas, courage and passion to drive life‑changing impact to ZS.

Insights & Analytics

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.

What you'll do:

• Develop and implement digital twin architectures for patient modeling, using structured and unstructured patient data.
• Research novel AI and translate it into innovative new approaches.
• Provide SME support to other project and engineering teams.
• Work closely with AI clients on their solutions both on AI engagements and as part of broader engagements.
• Lead or contribute to research initiatives targeting innovation in patient simulation, precision medicine, and virtual clinical trials.
• Stay abreast of emerging AI and healthcare trends; contribute to thought leadership through publications, patents, or conference presentations.
• Mentor junior AI team members on their technical skills and expertise.
• Help grow the AI EC to build an amazing team of deep AI experts.

What you’ll bring:

• 5+ years of experience building and deploying AI/ML solutions.
• Bachelor's Degree or higher in AI, Data Science, Computer Science or related major.
• Proven expertise developing patient predictive models or patient digital twins. Experience with digital twin platforms preferred.
• Experience with deep learning frameworks (TensorFlow, PyTorch) and strong programming skills in Python.
• Solid understanding of GANs, diffusion models, CNNs, and Transformers for real‑world data applications.
• Hands‑on experience with healthcare data (EHR, EMR, claims, genomic, imaging, or sensor data).
• Research or publication experience in AI for health / patient modeling domains.

How you’ll grow:

• Cross‑functional skills development & custom learning pathways.
• Milestone training programs aligned to career progression opportunities.
• Internal mobility paths that empower growth via s‑curves, individual contribution and role expansions.

Hybrid working model

ZS is committed to a Flexible and Connected way of working. ZSers are onsite at clients or ZS offices three days a week. Combined flexibility to work remotely two days a week is also available. The magic of ZS culture and innovation thrives in both planned and spontaneous face‑to‑face connections.

Perks & Benefits

ZS offers a comprehensive total rewards package including health and well‑being, financial planning, annual leave, personal growth and professional development. Our robust skills development programs, multiple career progression options and internal mobility paths and collaborative culture empowers you to thrive as an individual and global team member.

Travel

Travel is a requirement at ZS for client‑facing ZSers; business needs of your project and client are the priority. While some projects may be local, all client‑facing ZSers should be prepared to travel as needed. Travel provides opportunities to strengthen client relationships, gain diverse experiences, and enhance professional growth by working in different environments and cultures.

Considering applying?

At ZS, we honor the visible and invisible elements of our identities, personal experiences, and belief systems—the ones that comprise us as individuals, shape who we are, and make us unique. We believe your personal interests, identities, and desire to learn are integral to your success here. We are committed to building a team that reflects a broad variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences. Learn more about our inclusion and belonging efforts and the networks ZS supports to assist our ZSers in cultivating community spaces and obtaining the resources they need to thrive.

If you’re eager to grow, contribute, and bring your unique self to our work, we encourage you to apply.

ZS is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing equal employment and advancement opportunities without regard to any class protected by applicable law.

To complete your application

Candidates must possess or be able to obtain work authorization for their intended country of employment. An on‑line application, including a full set of transcripts (official or unofficial), is required to be considered.

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www.zs.com