Senior Data Science Associate Consultant - India

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ZS's Insights & Analytics group

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.