Senior Data Scientist - AI Labs
IDFC FIRST Bank — Mumbai, MUMBAI
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Job Description
Job Requirements About the Role
As a Senior Data Scientist in the Data & Analytics function at IDFC FIRST Bank, you will play a pivotal role in leveraging advanced machine learning and statistical techniques to extract actionable insights from complex datasets. You will lead Gen AI initiatives, build predictive models, and collaborate with ML engineers to ensure seamless deployment and performance of data science solutions. This role is ideal for professionals with deep expertise in text analytics, NLP, and model development.
Key Responsibilities
Primary Responsibilities
- Lead Generative AI projects within cross-functional teams, driving innovation and business impact.
- Develop and deploy predictive models using Python or R and libraries such as pandas, NumPy, Scikit-Learn, TensorFlow, PyTorch, or Keras.
- Apply advanced machine learning algorithms and statistical modeling techniques to solve business problems.
- Work extensively with Natural Language Processing (NLP) frameworks like NLTK, SpaCy, Gensim, and transformer models (e.g., BERT, GPT).
- Implement text analytics techniques including topic modeling, sentiment analysis, and text classification.
- Utilize SQL and NoSQL databases for data extraction and management.
- Create compelling data visualizations using tools like Matplotlib, Seaborn, or Tableau.
Secondary Responsibilities
- Contribute to multiple data analysis projects, with a strong focus on text-based data.
- Build, validate, and deploy predictive models tailored to unstructured text datasets.
- Handle large-scale text data, including cleaning, preprocessing, and feature engineering.
- Collaborate with BI analysts and engineers to prototype and present data science solutions.
What We Are Looking For
Education
- Bachelor’s Degreein:
- Computer Science
- Statistics
- Mathematics
- Engineering
- Data Science
- Postgraduate Degree(preferred) in:
- Data Science
- Machine Learning
- Artificial Intelligence
- Applied Statistics
Experience
- 5-8years of relevant experiencein data science, with a strong focus on NLP, machine learning, and model deployment.
Skills and Attributes
- Proficiency in Python or R and associated data science libraries.
- Strong understanding of NLP techniques and transformer-based models.
- Experience with big data tools and handling large unstructured datasets.
- Ability to translate business problems into data science solutions.
- Excellent communication and presentation skills.
- Strong debugging and problem-solving capabilities.
- Experience working in collaborative, agile environments.
Key Success Metrics
- Timely and error-free delivery of data science projects.
- Effective deployment and performance of predictive models.
- Resolution of infrastructure and model training issues.
- Technical leadership and innovation in Gen AI and NLP initiatives.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the eligibility criteria for the Senior Data Scientist - AI Labs job at IDFC FIRST Bank?
Eligibility typically includes the qualifications and experience outlined in the job description above, with around 0-2 Years years of relevant experience expected for this role.
What are the primary responsibilities of a Senior Data Scientist - AI Labs at IDFC FIRST Bank?
The key responsibilities for this role are detailed in the Key Responsibilities section above, covering the core duties expected of a Senior Data Scientist - AI Labs at IDFC FIRST Bank.
Is prior experience required for this position?
This role requires around 0-2 Years years of relevant experience, as specified in the job listing. Please refer to the Qualifications & Experience section above for full details.
What skills are important for this role?
Skills relevant to this position are outlined in the Qualifications & Experience section above. In general, strong communication, domain knowledge, and the ability to meet role-specific targets are valued across similar BFSI positions.
How do I apply for the Senior Data Scientist - AI Labs role at IDFC FIRST Bank?
You can apply directly using the Apply Now button on this page, which will take you to IDFC FIRST Bank's application process for this role.
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