Data Science Manager

Job Title: Manager – AI & Data Science

About the Role

Key Responsibilities

• Project Leadership:

  Oversee delivery of AI/ML solutions, including Media Mix Optimization (MMO), Intelligent Media Targeting (IMT/MIO), and related marketing analytics initiatives.

• Client Engagement:

  Act as the primary point of contact for operational matters, collaborating closely with client stakeholders, media teams, and partner agencies.

• Solution Delivery:

  Ensure on-time, high-quality delivery of models, insights, and tools; manage model development, testing, deployment, and monitoring.

• Team Management:

  Lead and mentor a team of data scientists and analysts, fostering a culture of excellence, innovation, and accountability.

• Operational Excellence:

  Drive process improvements, documentation, and adoption of best practices across MLOps, data engineering, and analytics workflows.

• Innovation:

  Support the evolution of the company's AI product suite, contributing ideas and driving proof-of-concept initiatives (e.g., agentic AI, automation modules).

Required Qualifications

• Master’s or Bachelor’s degree in Data Science, Computer Science, Statistics, Engineering, or related field.
• 8-10 years of experience in AI/ML, data science, or advanced analytics, including 3+ years in a managerial or technical leadership role.
• Demonstrated experience delivering AI/ML solutions in marketing analytics, media measurement, or optimization domains.
• Strong proficiency in machine learning frameworks (e.g., scikit-learn, XGBoost, TensorFlow, PyTorch) and data tools (e.g., SQL, Python, Spark).
• Exposure to MLOps principles, cloud platforms (e.g., Azure, GCP), and model deployment best practices.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to engage effectively with both technical and non-technical stakeholders.

Preferred Skills

• Experience with media mix modeling (MMM), attribution models, or marketing effectiveness solutions.
• Understanding of ad platforms (e.g., Google, Meta, DV360) and integration of AI insights into media planning.
• Familiarity with Generative AI / LLM applications (nice to have).
• Prior exposure to working with global clients in a complex stakeholder environment.

Why Join Us

• Opportunity to lead high-impact AI initiatives for a global industry leader.
• Work with cutting-edge tools and solutions in a highly collaborative, innovative environment.
• Grow your career through mentorship, learning, and exposure to enterprise-scale AI products.