Data Scientist

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.

Hiring for Data Scientist / Senior Data Scientist

Exp : 4 - 12 yrs

Edu : BE/B.tech/MCA

Work Location : Pune

Notice Period : Immediate - 15 days

Skills :

4+ years of experience in data engineering, data science, or related domains.

Hands-on experience with SQL, Python, and distributed data systems.

Knowledge of machine learning techniques and statistical analysis.

Experience with cloud data platforms (Azure Data Factory, AWS Glue, GCP BigQuery).

Familiarity with DevOps practices and CI/CD for data pipelines.

Platforms & Operations Experience (Preferred)

- Experience working with Azure, AWS, or Google Cloud data tools.

Operational experience with data orchestration tools (Airflow, ADF, Glue).

Understanding of Kubernetes, Docker, or containerized environments.

Hands-on experience with data warehousing platforms (Snowflake, Redshift, BigQuery).

Experience in monitoring, logging, and alerting operations for data workflows.

Job Description – Data Scientist (Machine Learning & Forecasting)

About the Role

We are looking for a highly skilled Data Scientist with strong expertise in Machine Learning, Traditional Statistical Modelling, Forecasting, and Predictive Analytics. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience building and deploying end-to-end ML solutions, working with large datasets, and translating business problems into scalable data science solutions.

The role requires a strong foundation in statistics, predictive modelling, feature engineering, model evaluation, and time-series forecasting, along with the ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver business impact.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and deploy Machine Learning models for business-critical use cases.
• Build and optimize traditional ML models such as:
• Linear Regression
• Logistic Regression
• Decision Trees
• Random Forest
• Gradient Boosting (XGBoost, LightGBM, CatBoost)
• Support Vector Machines
• Clustering Algorithms
• Develop forecasting solutions using:
• ARIMA / SARIMA
• Prophet
• Exponential Smoothing
• Time-Series Regression Models
• Perform exploratory data analysis (EDA), feature engineering, and data validation.
• Evaluate model performance using appropriate statistical and business metrics.
• Work with structured and semi-structured datasets from multiple sources.
• Collaborate with business stakeholders to understand requirements and translate them into analytical solutions.
• Build scalable data pipelines and support model deployment in production environments.
• Monitor model performance, identify data drift, and implement model retraining strategies.
• Present insights and recommendations to technical and non-technical stakeholders.

Required Skills & Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Statistics, Mathematics, Data Science, Engineering, or a related quantitative field.
• 5+ years of hands-on experience in Data Science, Machine Learning, and Forecasting.

Technical Skills

   Machine Learning

• Strong understanding of supervised and unsupervised learning algorithms.
• Experience with ensemble methods and advanced ML techniques.
• Expertise in model selection, hyperparameter tuning, and performance optimization.

Forecasting & Statistics

• Strong understanding of:
• Time-Series Analysis
• Forecasting Techniques
• Statistical Inference
• Hypothesis Testing
• Probability Distributions
• A/B Testing

Programming

• Advanced proficiency in Python.
• Experience with:
• Pandas
• NumPy
• Scikit-learn
• Statsmodels
• XGBoost / LightGBM
• Prophet

Data & SQL

• Strong SQL skills with experience in complex queries and performance optimization.
• Experience working with large-scale datasets.

Visualization

• Experience with Power BI, Tableau, Matplotlib, Seaborn, or Plotly.
• Cloud & MLOps (Preferred)
• Exposure to AWS, Azure, or GCP.
• Understanding of Docker, Kubernetes, CI/CD, and ML model deployment practices.

Key Competencies

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities.
• Ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong business acumen and data-driven decision-making mindset. 

Sr.Data Scientist,Python, AI ML

We are looking for a skilled Data Scientist to analyze complex datasets, develop predictive models, and generate actionable insights that support business decisions. The ideal candidate should have strong statistical, analytical, and programming skills, along with hands-on experience in machine learning.

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 

🚀 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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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.

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 talented and driven Data Scientist to join our growing Analytics team in India. In this role, you will work at the intersection of advanced machine learning, scalable MLOps infrastructure, and domain-specific healthcare analytics. You will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to build, deploy, and maintain production-grade ML models that drive real-world impact in clinical trials and healthcare operations.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

End-to-End ML Development

•     Design, build, and optimize predictive models across the full ML lifecycle—from data ingestion to model serving.

•     Conduct rigorous Exploratory Data Analysis (EDA) to surface insights and drive feature engineering decisions.

•     Validate model performance using appropriate statistical techniques and domain knowledge.

MLOps & Production Deployment

•     Deploy, monitor, and maintain production-grade ML models using Databricks MLFlow endpoints and Unity Catalog.

•     Implement CI/CD pipelines for model versioning, experiment tracking, and automated retraining.

•     Ensure model reliability, observability, and performance in live production environments.

Language Models & LLM Applications

•     Apply transformer-based models (BERT, ClinicalBERT, Trial2Vec) for NLP tasks including classification, NER, and information extraction.

•     Build and maintain vector similarity search pipelines for semantic retrieval and recommendation use cases.

•     Fine-tune pre-trained models for domain-specific applications in clinical and healthcare contexts.

•     Support exploratory work around LLM integration and prompt engineering for internal tooling.

Domain-Driven Analytics

•     Apply advanced analytics within complex healthcare and clinical trial datasets—including patient records, trial protocols, and adverse event data.

•     Translate ambiguous business problems into structured analytical frameworks with measurable outcomes.

•     Partner with domain experts, product managers, and engineering teams to deliver data-driven solutions.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

Education

•     Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Statistics, Mathematics, Bioinformatics, or a closely related field.

Experience

•     2–4 years of hands-on experience in a data science or machine learning role.

•     Demonstrable experience deploying ML models in production environments (not just prototyping).

Technical Skills

•     Strong proficiency in Python (pandas, NumPy, scikit-learn, PyTorch / TensorFlow).

•     Experience with Databricks, MLFlow (experiment tracking, model registry, endpoints), and Unity Catalog.

•     Hands-on experience with BERT-family models and Hugging Face Transformers library.

•     Familiarity with vector databases (e.g., FAISS, Pinecone, Weaviate) and embedding-based retrieval.

•     Solid understanding of SQL and working with large structured/unstructured datasets.

•     Exposure to cloud platforms (AWS / GCP / Azure) and distributed computing frameworks (Spark).

GOOD TO HAVE

•     Prior experience with clinical trial data standards (CDISC, CDASH, SDTM) or healthcare ontologies (SNOMED, ICD-10).

•     Familiarity with Trial2Vec or similar trial-to-vector embedding approaches.

•     Experience with LLM fine-tuning, RAG pipelines, or prompt engineering in a production setting.

•     Knowledge of regulatory and compliance considerations in healthcare AI (e.g., FDA guidelines, HIPAA).

•     Contributions to open-source ML projects or published research.

THIS ROLE IS NOT FOR YOU IF…

•     You have strong SQL/BI skills but limited hands-on ML modelling experience — or you’ve built models only in notebooks without ever deploying them to production.

•     Your LLM exposure is limited to API calls and prompt engineering — with no experience fine-tuning models, working with embeddings, or building vector search pipelines.

Your Experience at a Glance

We’re hiring a Data Scientist for our client delivers advanced data, analytics, and digital transformation solutions to help organizations modernize and drive business insights.

As a Data Scientist, you will play a key role in developing and deploying demand forecasting and pricing models, leveraging advanced statistical and machine learning techniques. You will collaborate closely with data engineers and business stakeholders to extract, transform, and analyze large datasets, ensuring robust and scalable solutions. This position requires strong ownership of model development, from data pipeline integration to model evaluation and reporting. Your work will directly impact business decision-making and operational efficiency, contributing to KPIP’s mission of enabling data-driven transformation.

KPIP is a global consulting and technology services firm specialising in data, analytics, and digital transformation. Serving a diverse range of industries, KPIP empowers organisations to modernize their data ecosystems and unlock actionable business insights. The company is recognized for its expertise in delivering scalable solutions, fostering a culture of innovation, and driving measurable impact for clients worldwide.

Key Responsibilities

● Develop and implement demand forecasting and pricing models using advanced statistical and machine learning techniques.

● Extract, transform, and analyze large datasets using Python and SQL to support model development and business insights.

● Collaborate with data engineers to build and maintain robust, scalable data pipelines for model training and inference.

● Apply regression, classification, time-series forecasting, ensemble methods, and feature engineering to solve business problems.

● Work with business stakeholders to understand requirements and translate them into actionable data science solutions.

● Create automated reports and dashboards to present and track model outputs and performance.

● Continuously evaluate and improve model accuracy and effectiveness based on business feedback and new data.

● Document methodologies, processes, and results to ensure transparency and reproducibility.

● Stay updated with the latest advancements in data science and machine learning to drive innovation within the team.

Required Skills

● Proven experience in demand forecasting and predictive modeling.

● Strong proficiency in Python, including pandas, NumPy, scikit-learn, and TensorFlow or PyTorch.

● Expertise in SQL for data extraction and transformation.

● Solid understanding of statistical and machine learning techniques such as regression, classification, time-series forecasting, ensemble methods, and feature engineering.

● Ability to analyze and interpret large, complex datasets to generate actionable insights.

● Experience collaborating with data engineers to develop scalable data pipelines.

● Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.

● Excellent communication skills for presenting technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders.

Nice to Have

● Experience with customer segmentation, recommendation systems, and sentiment analysis.

● Knowledge of inventory optimization, promotion uplift modeling, and campaign analysis.

● Familiarity with churn prediction models.

● Proficiency in Power BI for creating automated reports and dashboards.

● Experience in developing and maintaining data pipelines for model training and inference.

Why Join?

Join to work on impactful data science projects that drive real business outcomes and innovation. You’ll tackle complex technical challenges, collaborate with talented professionals, and have opportunities for continuous learning and growth, fosters a culture of collaboration, excellence, and data-driven decision-making, empowering you to make a meaningful difference in a dynamic environment.

About the Employment Model

Direct Hire (Client Payroll) : For this role, you’ll be hired directly by the client and be part of their internal team. Straatix supports the hiring process, but your employment, payroll, and benefits are all managed by the client.