Senior Data Scientist

Job Description

Role: Data Scientist Location: Pune, Maharashtra (Hybrid) Contract to Hire Experience: 4+ years About the Role: We are seeking a highly analytical and technically skilled Data Scientist to join our team, you will leverage advanced analytics, statistical modeling, and machine learning to uncover insights and help solve complex business challenges. Key Responsibilities: Design and develop advanced, statistically effective algorithms for solving high-dimensional problems. Apply statistical and data mining techniques such as hypothesis testing, machine learning, text mining, and predictive modeling to analyze trends and generate insights. Create visualizations and figures to clearly communicate analytical findings. Collaborate closely with clients and stakeholders to understand business needs and deliver actionable insights. Evaluate and integrate new datasets and technologies into the existing analytical platform. Contribute to the continuous improvement of analytical processes and tools. Required Qualifications: 4+ years of relevant industry experience in data analytics, statistical modeling, or related fields. Strong academic background with coursework emphasizing analytical and quantitative skills. Proficiency in at least one programming language such as Java, Python, or R. Hands-on experience with platforms and tools like the Hadoop ecosystem, Amazon Web Services (AWS), or other database systems. Familiarity with big data concepts and advanced analytical methods (e.g., recommender systems, social listening, etc.). Excellent communication skills and fluency in English. Preferred Skills: Experience working in cross-functional teams. Strong problem-solving and critical-thinking abilities. Ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment. Job Types: Full-time, Permanent, Contractual / Temporary Schedule: Day shift Monday to Friday Morning shift Ability to commute/relocate: Pune, Maharashtra: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Preferred) Work Location: In person