Customer Facing Data Scientist (CFDS)

🚀 We’re Hiring | Data Scientist 🧠📊

Ready to turn data into real-world intelligence? Join us and work on exciting AI/ML & data-driven solutions!

🔹 Experience: 8+ Years

🔹 Must-Have Skills:

🐍 Python | 🤖 Machine Learning | ☁️ Cloud | 🧠 NLP | 📊 Data Visualization

📍 Location: Pune

💼 Work Mode: Work from Office

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About the Role

We are looking for a highly skilled Data Scientist with strong expertise in Machine Learning, MLOps, and Generative AI. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience in building scalable ML models, deploying them in production, and working with modern AI frameworks, including GenAI technologies.

Key Responsibilities

·      Design, develop, and deploy machine learning models for real-world business problems

·      Work on end-to-end ML lifecycle: data preprocessing, model building, evaluation, deployment, and monitoring

·      Implement and manage MLOps pipelines for scalable and reproducible workflows

·      Utilize tools like MLflow for experiment tracking, model versioning, and lifecycle management

·      Develop and integrate Generative AI (GenAI) solutions such as LLM-based applications

·      Collaborate with cross-functional teams (engineering, product, business) to translate requirements into AI solutions

·      Optimize model performance and ensure production stability

·      Stay updated with the latest advancements in AI/ML and GenAI ecosystems

Required Skills & Qualifications

·      4+ years of experience in Data Science / Machine Learning

·      Strong programming skills in Python

·      Hands-on experience with ML modeling techniques (supervised, unsupervised, NLP, etc.)

·      Solid understanding of MLOps practices and tools

·      Experience with MLflow or similar model lifecycle tools 

·      Practical experience in Generative AI (GenAI), including working with LLMs

·      Experience with libraries/frameworks like Scikit-learn, TensorFlow, PyTorch

·      Strong understanding of data structures, algorithms, and statistics

·      Experience with cloud platforms (AWS/GCP/Azure) is a plus

Good to Have

·      Experience with LLM fine-tuning, prompt engineering, or RAG pipelines

·      Exposure to Docker, Kubernetes, and CI/CD pipelines

·      Knowledge of data engineering workflows 

Role Overview 

As a Data Scientist, you will work with business stakeholders, AI engineers, and domain experts to transform data into actionable insights and intelligent solutions. You will develop machine learning models, perform statistical analysis, and contribute to AI-driven products that create measurable business impact. 

Key Responsibilities 

Data Science & Machine Learning 

• Analyze structured and unstructured data to identify patterns, trends, and business opportunities.  
• Perform exploratory data analysis (EDA), feature engineering, and data preparation.  
• Develop, evaluate, and optimize machine learning models for prediction, classification, clustering, and forecasting.  
• Apply statistical techniques to solve business problems and validate model performance.  
• Design and execute experiments to improve model accuracy and business outcomes.  

 AI Solution Development 

• Collaborate with AI Engineers, Data Engineers, and domain experts to build AI-powered solutions.  
• Translate business requirements into scalable data science approaches.  
• Contribute to Generative AI and advanced analytics initiatives where applicable.  
• Document methodologies, model performance, and key findings.  

 Required Technical Skills 

• Strong programming skills in Python and SQL for data analysis, feature engineering, and machine learning.  
• Strong understanding of Statistics, Probability, Linear Algebra, and Calculus as applied to machine learning and data science.  
• Experience with Exploratory Data Analysis (EDA), data preprocessing, feature engineering, feature selection, and handling missing or imbalanced data.  
• Good understanding of Supervised, Unsupervised, and Ensemble Machine Learning algorithms, including their assumptions, strengths, limitations, and appropriate use cases.  
• Strong knowledge of Regression, Classification, Clustering, Time Series Forecasting, Dimensionality Reduction, Recommendation Systems, and Anomaly Detection techniques.  
• Experience with Model Evaluation, Cross-Validation, Hyperparameter Optimization, Bias-Variance Trade-off, Feature Importance, Explainable AI (XAI), and Performance Metrics.  
• Understanding of Statistical Inference, Hypothesis Testing, Probability Distributions, Sampling Techniques, Confidence Intervals, and A/B Testing.  
• Experience translating business problems into analytical approaches and developing scalable, data-driven solutions.  
• Working knowledge of Generative AI, Large Language Models (LLMs), Prompt Engineering, and Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG) is preferred. 

Preferred Qualifications 

• Bachelor's or master's degree in computer science, Artificial Intelligence, Data Science, Statistics, Mathematics, Engineering, or a related field.  
• 2–4 years of experience developing machine learning or data science solutions.  
• Experience working on end-to-end data science projects in a business environment.  

 Nice to Have 

• Exposure to Generative AI, LLMs, RAG, or Agentic AI.  
• Experience with Computer Vision or Natural Language Processing (NLP).  
• Familiarity with cloud-based AI platforms.  
• Knowledge of construction, engineering, manufacturing, or industrial domains.  
• Participation in hackathons, research, Kaggle competitions, or open-source projects.  

 Soft Skills 

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, effective communication and collaboration, ownership mindset, adaptability, continuous learning, and a passion for innovation.

We are looking for a Data Science & Machine Learning Senior Associate with 3–5 years of relevant experience in data science, machine learning, and analytics. The candidate will be responsible for developing predictive models, analyzing complex datasets, building scalable ML solutions, and supporting production-grade data science applications on cloud platforms.

• Develop and implement machine learning and predictive analytics models.
• Perform data analysis, statistical modeling, and optimization to solve business problems.
• Build demand forecasting and predictive models using time-series and other advanced techniques.
• Work with large datasets using Python, SQL, PySpark, and cloud-based data platforms.
• Develop and maintain scalable data pipelines for ML model development and deployment.
• Implement MLOps practices including model deployment, monitoring, retraining, and data-drift detection.
• Collaborate with software engineers, product teams, and business stakeholders to convert business requirements into analytical solutions.
• Validate models for accuracy, robustness, bias, and production readiness.
• Create meaningful visualizations and communicate analytical insights to technical and non-technical stakeholders.

• Python
• SQL
• Data Science & Machine Learning
• Predictive Modeling
• Statistical Analysis
• Machine Learning Algorithms
• Optimization Techniques
• Google Cloud Platform (GCP)
• BigQuery
• Dataflow
• Dataproc
• Data Fusion
• Cloud SQL
• Airflow
• PySpark
• PostgreSQL
• Terraform
• Tekton
• APIs
• MLOps

• Java

• Demand Forecasting
• Time-Series Analysis
• Neural Networks
• Ensemble Methods
• Support Vector Machines (SVM)
• Regression and Cluster Analysis
• ML Model Testing
• Bias Detection and Data Drift Monitoring
• Production ML Deployment
• QlikSense
• Automotive or Supply Chain Analytics

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Data Science, Engineering, Statistics, Mathematics, or a related technical field.Master's degree in a relevant quantitative or technical field is preferred.

Job Summary

We are looking for an experienced AI/ML Engineer to design, develop, deploy, and maintain machine learning and AI solutions that address complex business problems. The ideal candidate should have strong hands-on experience in Python, Machine Learning, Generative AI, LLMs, and AI/ML deployment, with the ability to work across the complete AI/ML lifecycle.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and deploy scalable Machine Learning and AI models for real-world business use cases.
• Build and optimize ML pipelines covering data preparation, feature engineering, model development, evaluation, and deployment.
• Develop solutions using Generative AI, Large Language Models (LLMs), NLP, and deep learning.
• Work with LLMs, prompt engineering, embeddings, vector databases, and Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG) architectures.
• Integrate AI/ML models with enterprise applications and APIs.
• Fine-tune and evaluate ML/LLM models based on business requirements.
• Implement MLOps practices for model versioning, deployment, monitoring, and continuous improvement.
• Collaborate with Data Scientists, Software Engineers, Architects, Product Managers, and business stakeholders.
• Conduct model performance evaluation, optimization, and troubleshooting.
• Ensure AI solutions meet requirements around security, scalability, reliability, responsible AI, and data privacy.
• Stay current with emerging AI/ML technologies, frameworks, and industry best practices.

Required Skills

• Strong programming experience in Python.
• Strong understanding of Machine Learning algorithms, statistics, and data structures.
• Hands-on experience with ML frameworks such as TensorFlow, PyTorch, Scikit-learn, or equivalent.
• Experience with Generative AI and LLMs such as OpenAI, Azure OpenAI, Claude, Gemini, or open-source models.
• Strong knowledge of Prompt Engineering, RAG, embeddings, vector databases, and AI agents.
• Experience with NLP, deep learning, or computer vision is an advantage.
• Experience developing and consuming REST APIs and microservices.
• Working knowledge of SQL and NoSQL databases.
• Experience with cloud platforms such as Azure, AWS, or GCP.
• Understanding of Docker, Kubernetes, CI/CD, and MLOps.
• Familiarity with Git and modern software development practices.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Artificial Intelligence, Data Science, Engineering, or a related field.
• 4 years of relevant experience in AI/ML engineering or a related field.
• Experience building and deploying production-grade AI/ML solutions.
• Enterprise application development experience.
• Experience with Azure OpenAI, AWS Bedrock, Vertex AI, or similar managed AI platforms.
• Experience with LangChain, LlamaIndex, Semantic Kernel, or comparable AI frameworks is a plus.
• Experience with AI/ML model monitoring, evaluation, and optimization.

What You Bring

• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Ability to translate business requirements into practical AI/ML solutions.
• Strong software engineering and debugging capabilities.
• Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively in a cross-functional environment.
• Good communication skills with the ability to explain complex AI concepts to technical and non-technical stakeholders.

Keywords

AI Engineer | ML Engineer | Machine Learning | Generative AI | LLM | Python | NLP | Deep Learning | RAG | Prompt Engineering | AI Agents | Azure OpenAI | AWS Bedrock | MLOps | TensorFlow | PyTorch | Scikit-learn | Vector Database | Cloud AI

Location: Gurugram

Work mode: Hybrid

Description

We’re seeking a highly skilled, execution-focused Senior Data Scientist with a minimum of 5 years of experience. This role demands hands-on expertise in building, deploying, and optimizing machine learning models at scale, while working with big data technologies and modern cloud platforms. You will be responsible for driving data-driven solutions from experimentation to production, leveraging advanced tools and frameworks across Python, SQL, Spark, and AWS. The role requires strong technical depth, problem-solving ability, and ownership in delivering business impact through data science.

Responsibilities

• Design, build, and deploy scalable machine learning models into production systems.
• Develop advanced analytics and predictive models using Python, SQL, and popular ML/DL frameworks (Pandas, Scikit-learn, TensorFlow, PyTorch).
• Leverage Databricks, Apache Spark, and Hadoop for large-scale data processing and model training.
• Implement workflows and pipelines using Airflow and AWS EMR for automation and orchestration.
• Collaborate with engineering teams to integrate models into cloud-based applications on AWS.
• Optimize query performance, storage usage, and data pipelines for efficiency.
• Conduct end-to-end experiments, including data preprocessing, feature engineering, model training, validation, and deployment.
• Drive initiatives independently with high ownership and accountability.
• Stay up to date with industry best practices in machine learning, big data, and cloud-native deployments.

Requirements

• Minimum 5 years of experience in Data Science or Applied Machine Learning.
• Strong proficiency in Python, SQL, and ML libraries (Pandas, Scikit-learn, TensorFlow, PyTorch).
• Proven expertise in deploying ML models into production systems.
• Experience with big data platforms (Hadoop, Spark) and distributed data processing.
• Hands-on experience with Databricks, Airflow, and AWS EMR.
• Strong knowledge of AWS cloud services (S3, Lambda, SageMaker, EC2, etc.).
• Solid understanding of query optimization, storage systems, and data pipelines.
• Excellent problem-solving skills, with the ability to design scalable solutions.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills to work in cross-functional teams.

Benefits

• Best-in-class salary: We hire strong talent and compensate accordingly.
• Proximity Talks: Meet and learn from designers, engineers, product leaders, and AI practitioners.
• Continuous learning: Work with a world-class team and stay close to the latest in AI, engineering, and product development.
• High-impact work: Build AI-first systems and products used at scale by global clients.

About Us

Proximity is the trusted technology, design, and consulting partner for some of the biggest Sports, Media, and Entertainment companies in the world. We’re headquartered in San Francisco and have offices in Palo Alto, Dubai, Mumbai, and Bangalore.

Since 2019, Proximity has built high-impact, scalable products used by millions of users every day. Today, we are a global team of engineers, designers, product managers, and experts solving complex problems and building cutting-edge technology at scale.

We are looking for a hands-on Lead Data Scientist with strong analytical, machine learning, and problem-solving skills to work in a client-facing environment.

The role requires someone who can independently identify opportunities, formulate hypotheses, design solutions, and drive initiatives from analysis through experimentation and production implementation. The candidate should also be comfortable guiding team members and working closely with engineering and client stakeholders.

Responsibilities: 

• Analyse complex datasets to identify patterns, issues, and opportunities.
• Formulate and validate hypotheses through structured analysis and experimentation.
• Build and improve machine learning and anomaly detection solutions.
• Design end-to-end solutions considering data, modelling, engineering, and production constraints.
• Perform root cause analysis across models, data, and systems.
• Work with engineering teams on feature pipelines, model inference, and production deployment.
• Lead technical discussions with clients and communicate recommendations, trade-offs, and expected impact.
• Guide team members on analysis, modelling, and solution design.
• Proactively identify initiatives and roadmap items that can add value to the project.

Requirements: 

• Strong foundation in statistics and machine learning.
• Strong hands-on experience with Python and SQL.
• Hands-on experience with Python ML and data frameworks such as Pandas, NumPy, scikit-learn, TensorFlow/Keras, Dask, Matplotlib, Boto3 SageMaker Python SDK, and Horovod.
• Strong data analysis, hypothesis-generation, and problem-solving skills.
• Experience with standard supervised and unsupervised ML techniques.
• Experience with anomaly detection techniques such as Isolation Forest and Autoencoders.
• Experience building and deploying production ML solutions.
• Working knowledge of data engineering and real-time / batch inference environments.
• Strong communication and stakeholder-management skills.
• Ability to lead technical work and guide cross-functional teams.

Good to Have: 

• Experience in fraud detection or risk modelling.
• Experience with Graph Neural Networks.
• Exposure to real-time systems, streaming features, and low-latency data stores.
• Experience in AdTech, e-commerce, gaming, mobile applications, or similar high-volume consumer platforms.

Key Responsibilities

 Strong understanding of Machine Learning algorithms (supervised and unsupervised)

 Hands-on experience with Deep Learning frameworks (TensorFlow, PyTorch, or similar)

 Experience in NLP techniques and libraries (NLTK, spaCy, Hugging Face, etc.)

 Solid knowledge of Statistics, probability, and data analysis methods

 Proficiency in SQL for querying relational databases

 Strong programming skills in Python (or similar languages)

 Excellent communication skills with the ability to explain complex concepts simply

Required Qualifications

 3+ years of hands-on experience as a Data Scientist or in a similar role.

 Strong expertise in classical machine learning and regression modeling.

 Solid understanding of statistics, including probability, distributions, hypothesis testing,

and correlation analysis.

 Proficiency in Python with libraries such as: scikit-learn pandas NumPy

 Experience working with structured/tabular data.

 Strong problem-solving and analytical thinking skills.

 Ability to clearly explain models and results to non-technical stakeholders.

Strong Data Scientist / AI Engineer / Generative AI Engineer profile.

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Mandatory (Experience 1) - Must have 3+ years of hands-on experience in Data Science, Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, Deep Learning, NLP, or Generative AI application development.

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Mandatory (Experience 2) - Must have strong hands-on experience in Python programming, backend development, API development, and production-grade application support.

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Mandatory (Experience 3) - Must have experience working with Machine Learning and Deep Learning frameworks such as PyTorch, TensorFlow, Keras, or Scikit-learn.

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Mandatory (Experience 4) - Must have hands-on experience in NLP use cases such as text classification, sentiment analysis, entity recognition (NER), semantic search, embeddings, or document understanding.

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Mandatory (Experience 5) - Must have experience working with Large Language Models (LLMs) such as GPT, LLaMA, Mistral, Phi, Claude, Gemini, or similar models.

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Mandatory (Experience 6) - Must have hands-on experience building or implementing Retrieval Augmented Generation (RAG) solutions, vector search, semantic search, or knowledge-based AI applications.

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Mandatory (Experience 7) - Must have experience with Prompt Engineering and Generative AI frameworks such as LangChain, LangGraph, AI Agents, Azure OpenAI, or similar technologies.

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Mandatory (Experience 8) - Must have experience developing, consuming, or integrating APIs using Python frameworks such as FastAPI, Flask, or similar technologies.

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Mandatory (CTC) - The CTC breakup offered will be 75% fixed + 25% variable, as per company policy.

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Preferred (Experience 1) - Experience with LLMOps/MLOps tools for monitoring, evaluation, experimentation, and versioning of AI models.

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Preferred (Experience 2) - Exposure to Azure OpenAI, Azure Kubernetes Service (AKS), Kubernetes, cloud-native AI deployments, or distributed systems.

Job Summary:

We are looking for a skilled Data Scientist with strong expertise in demand forecasting, predictive analytics, and emerging Generative AI technologies. The ideal candidate should have hands-on experience in machine learning, deep learning, NLP, and LLM-based solutions, along with proficiency in Python, SQL, Power BI, and advanced Excel. This role involves building scalable forecasting models and leveraging AI/GenAI to deliver actionable business insights.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and deploy demand forecasting models using machine learning and deep learning techniques.
• Analyze historical data to identify trends, seasonality, and demand patterns.
• Build predictive models to improve supply chain and inventory planning.
• Work with large datasets using Python and SQL for data extraction, transformation, and analysis.
• Design dashboards and reports using Power BI for business stakeholders.
• Utilize advanced Excel techniques (Pivot Tables, Power Query, formulas) for analysis and reporting.
• Build and integrate NLP-based solutions for text data analysis and insights.
• Develop and implement LLM-based applications using Generative AI frameworks.
• Design and deploy RAG (Retrieval-Augmented Generation) pipelines for intelligent data retrieval and response generation.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams (operations, finance, product) to align forecasting and AI solutions.
• Continuously improve model accuracy and performance through experimentation and optimization.

Required Skills:

• Strong proficiency in Python (Pandas, NumPy, Scikit-learn, TensorFlow/PyTorch).
• Solid understanding of machine learning & deep learning algorithms.
• Experience in demand forecasting / time-series analysis (ARIMA, Prophet, LSTM, etc.).
• Hands-on experience with NLP techniques and libraries (NLTK, SpaCy, Transformers).
• Experience working with LLMs and Generative AI frameworks (OpenAI, Hugging Face, LangChain, etc.).
• Strong understanding of RAG architectures and vector databases (FAISS, Pinecone, etc.).
• Advanced knowledge of SQL for data manipulation.
• Hands-on experience with Power BI for visualization and reporting.
• Expertise in advanced Excel (Power Query, dashboards, data modeling).
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. 

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in supply chain, logistics, or e-commerce forecasting.
• Knowledge of cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, or GCP).
• Familiarity with data pipelines and ETL processes.
• Understanding of business metrics and KPIs related to demand planning.