Staff Data Scientist

Role Overview: As a Staff Data Scientist at Swiggy, you will lead the design and implementation of cutting-edge AI solutions, focusing on Large Language Models (LLMs), Generative AI applications, and Agentic AI platforms. Your role demands expertise in AI-native products, hands-on experience with real-world GenAI deployment, and a clear understanding of trade-offs while building scalable solutions for production environments. You will act as a pivotal leader in designing and implementing the next generation of AI-first systems at Swiggy, working with multi-agent systems, defining operational workflows, and ensuring the alignment of AI capabilities with Swiggy's business vision and customer needs. Key Responsibilities: - Overall 8-12 years of experience in AI and Data science with 2-3 years of hands-on experience with Large Language Models (LLMs), Generative AI applications, and Agentic AI architectures (e.g., multi-agent workflows, copilots, autonomous agents). - Proven track record of building AI-first systems such as conversational agents and copilots. - Strong system design skills with experience in designing scalable, low-latency AI-powered platforms. - Familiarity with orchestration tools/technologies like LangGraph, CrewAI, AutoGen, and distributed multi-agent system design. - Deep understanding of the trade-offs between open-source vs proprietary AI models and related tools. - Experience building or integrating components such as Ontology Layers, Graph Knowledge Bases, and feedback loops into AI systems. Qualifications Required: - Expertise in evaluating build-vs-buy options and supporting recommendations with logical explanations. - Ability to identify scalability, latency, and inference-cost bottlenecks and devise solutions. - Updated knowledge and insights on the latest tools, frameworks, and trends in AI and multi-agent ecosystems. - Strong curiosity and empathy for end-user personas. - Demonstrates end-to-end product thinking beyond model performance. - Ability to connect AI capabilities with business KPIs while ensuring ROI on AI investments. - Experience working closely with Product Managers to identify workflows and bottlenecks, collaboratively defining roadmaps. Additional Details: Swiggy is India's leading on-demand delivery platform, leveraging data science and cutting-edge AI to redefine convenience for millions of customers. The AI team values cross-functional collaboration, open sharing of ideas, and innovation to roll out AI solutions at scale. If you join Swiggy, you will have the opportunity to work on impactful and challenging projects in the AI domain, build innovative solutions at scale, and directly impact millions of users. The collaborative work culture at Swiggy fosters learning, growth, and innovation.,