Job Requirements

About the Role

As a Senior Data Scientist in the Data & Analytics department, you will be responsible for identifying business needs and translating them into analytical tools and methods that drive strategic decision-making. You will work across teams to design data structures, implement test strategies, and ensure delivery of data analytics solutions aligned with business objectives. This role demands a strong foundation in data science, emerging technologies, and a proactive approach to innovation and problem-solving.

Key Responsibilities

Primary Responsibilities

Identify and scope business requirements and priorities through rigorous analysis and clarification of solutions, initiatives, and programs.
Monitor and integrate emerging technology trends and developments to identify new data products, services, and techniques.
Research, identify, and adopt best-in-class techniques in AI/ML modeling.
Apply advanced AI/ML techniques to solve problems related to customer segmentation, risk modelling, campaign targeting, and more.
Perform data cleansing, merging,



enrichment, and transformation to prepare high-quality datasets for modelling.
Analyze large datasets to identify trends, patterns, and opportunities for business growth.
Build recommendation engines and propensity models to support cross-sell and up-sell strategies
Validate models to ensure accuracy, stability, and compliance with regulatory guidelines.
Present complex model outputs and insights in a transparent, business-friendly manner.
Ensure traceability and version control of datasets, models, and evaluation pipelines.
Develop test strategies and systematic validation procedures to ensure models meet design specifications and performance standards.
Maintain a strong understanding of data structures and fields required for analysis and modelling.
Coordinate with the Data Engineering team to ensure data quality and seamless data flow.
Manage stakeholder expectations by aligning analytics outco

📌 Senior Data Scientist (Bengaluru)
🏢 IDFC FIRST Bank
📍 Bengaluru