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Sr Data Scientist @ Ecolab

IND - Karnataka - Bangalore - EDCOnsiteFull-time
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KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Efficient & Reliable Independent Contributor

• Independently design and implement complex data science projects, from initial concept through final deployment.

• Solve critical business problems with minimal oversight, ensuring the delivery of high-quality, impactful solutions.

• Proactively identify and address potential issues or opportunities for improvement in existing models and processes.

• Design scalable data and knowledge pipelines (chunking, indexing, vector stores) optimized for GenAI and enterprise use cases.

Leadership and Mentorship

• Mentor and provide technical guidance to junior data scientists and team members.

• Foster a culture of continuous learning and improvement within the team.

Advanced Model Development

• Lead the design, development, and deployment of advanced predictive models and machine learning solutions.

• Ensure the scalability, reliability, and performance of data science solutions, implementing MLOps best practices.

• Architect GenAI solutions (RAG, agents, tool‑calling, multimodal systems) aligned to business workflows and constraints.

• Define robust GenAI evaluation frameworks covering quality, safety, cost, latency, and business impact.

Strategic Collaboration

• Collaborate with business stakeholders to identify and prioritize opportunities for leveraging data to drive strategic business solutions.

• Communicate complex analytical concepts and findings to non-technical stakeholders, influencing decision-making at the highest levels.

Research and Innovation

• Conduct in-depth research and analysis to develop innovative data science solutions that address complex business problems.

• Drive the adoption of cutting-edge techniques and best practices in data science, machine learning, and AI across the organization.

Data Pipeline Management

• Oversee the end-to-end data pipeline, from data collection and processing to model deployment, monitoring, and optimization.

• Implement robust validation and monitoring processes to ensure data quality and integrity.

Thought Leadership

• Stay abreast of the latest trends and advancements in the field of data science.

• Actively contribute to the organization's thought leadership through publications, presentations, and participation in industry events.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s, Master’s or Ph.D. in Data Science, Computer Science, Statistics, Mathematics, or a related field.

• 8+ years of experience in data science or a related field, with a proven track record of leading and delivering high-impact projects.

• Deep expertise in advanced machine learning techniques, statistical modeling, and AI.

• Strong proficiency in programming languages such as Python, with extensive experience in machine learning libraries and frameworks (e.g., scikit-learn, TensorFlow, PyTorch).

• Advanced skills in SQL and experience with big data technologies.

• Proven experience with MLOps practices and tools for model deployment, monitoring, and optimization.

• Exceptional problem-solving skills and a strategic mindset, with the ability to tackle complex data challenges.

• Strong leadership and mentorship abilities, with experience guiding and developing junior team members.

• Outstanding communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to effectively convey complex technical concepts to diverse audiences.

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