About NaviAt Navi, our mission is to simplify finance for a billion people, through technology-first products built at scale.Founded in 2018 by Sachin Bansal and Ankit Agarwal, Navi has grown rapidly across Loans, UPI, Insurance, Mutual Funds and Digital Gold – building products designed around speed, simplicity and customer experience.Today, millions of customers use Navi for experiences like instant personal loans, fully digital home loan sanctions within minutes, low-cost mutual funds, instant credit lines in minutes and one of India’s fastest-growing UPI platforms.What makes Navi different is the way we build. We move fast, solve real customer problems and give people the ownership to create meaningful impact early in their journey. Why Explore a Career at Navi?Where Ownership Creates Real ImpactAt Navi, ownership starts early. People here are trusted to solve problems, make decisions and drive outcomes that directly shape the products and experiences used by millions of customers every day.Where Careers AccelerateGrowth at Navi is driven by impact, not tenure. We strongly believe in promoting from within and creating opportunities for people to take on larger responsibilities as they grow. If you consistently raise the bar, you’ll find the space to grow quickly here.Where Great Talent Builds TogetherWe take pride in building high talent-density teams where ambitious people learn from one another every day. Working on high-scale business and technology problems creates steep learning curves, fast execution cycles and opportunities to make visible impact throughout your journey.About the TeamThe Data Science team at Navi plays a central role in building intelligent solutions that power our products and drive business impact. We work across key domains such as Lending, Collections, KYC, UPI Growth and Ads recommendation, applying advanced machine learning/deep learning/GenAI techniques to solve high-impact challenges. Our work involves a diverse range of data types—including text, image, and tabular data—and we closely collaborate with cross-functional teams like Product, Business, Engineering, etc. to deliver end-to-end solutions.About the RoleAs a Manager – Data Science, you’ll drive the strategy, execution, and impact of data science across Navi’s high-growth businesses.



You will lead a team of top-tier data scientists, shaping models and solutions that power critical business functions—from lending and collections to UPI and ads. This role goes beyond technical depth—you're expected to combine sharp analytical thinking with business-first decision-making, drive cross-functional collaboration, and establish scalable systems that deliver measurable value. If you're excited about using data science to solve real-world problems at scale, this is the opportunity to make a meaningful impact.What You’ll Own1. Lead and Develop a High-Impact TeamManage, mentor, and grow a team of data scientistsFoster a culture of learning and professional developmentGuide project execution and support career progressionOwn performance reviews, compensation, and leave management2. Strategic Vision & Team PerformanceSet clear goals and expectationsRegularly assess team performance and alignmentProvide technical leadership and direction3. Cross-Functional LeadershipBuild strong relationships with business, product, and engineeringAct as a strategic partner in initiativesDrive implementation of data science solutions4. Model Quality & Monitoring ExcellenceDefine metrics and quality standardsOversee monitoring and alerting systemsEnsure reliability, scalability, and impact5. Drive Cross-Functional Data Science InitiativesLead initiatives on monitoring, cost reduction, and best practicesPromote strong code management and documentation6. Planning & Strategic InitiativesLead planning processes (quarterly, annual, long-term)Ensure project prioritization aligns with strategy7. Chance Identification & Value CreationIdentify high-value opportunities with business and productDevelop innovative solutions that drive outcomesWhat Makes You a Great FitMaster’s or Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Mathematics, Economics,



or another quantitative disciplineStrong research-oriented mindset and at least 9+ years of experience in data science, advanced analytics, or related fieldsStrong business acumen and ability to partner with business, product, and engineering teamsDeep expertise in statistics, machine learning, deep learning, and optimisation algorithmsProven ability to design, execute, and scale A/B experiments to validate and optimize data science solutions across varied business contextsAdvanced programming skills in Python and PySparkStrong track record in data pipelines, feature engineering, and scalable workflowsFamiliarity with tools and libraries like pandas, scikit-learn, TensorFlow, PyTorch, SQL, Scala, plus production-grade deployment using Docker, Databricks, and KubernetesExperience in developing, implementing, and monitoring large-scale ML systemsDemonstrated leadership in managing projects and cross-functional teamsExperience in People management, team development, and enforcing technical best practicesThe Navi OSThe Navi OS is our Operating System for how we work every day. Success at Navi is defined by living these core values.Start with the CustomerMaster the DetailsAct with UrgencyOwn the OutcomeBuild for a Decade - Not a DayWin as OneWe hire talented individuals who already show these strengths, because those who share these values thrive at Navi and grow with the organisation.To read more about the Navi OS, visit navi.Com/our-valuesLife at NaviLife at Navi is fast-paced, ambitious and deeply collaborative. Beyond work, teams come together through sports, celebrations, offsites, music jams, team outings and many more shared experiences that make the journey exciting and memorable.We believe people do their best work when they feel supported, through flexible leave policies, strong health and wellness benefits, free financial, legal and medical consultations, ESOPs and a workplace designed for both productivity and well-being.Whether it’s the sports turf, gym, focus zone or nap rooms, the campus is built to make everyday work more enjoyable.If you’d like to know more about life at Navi, our culture and employee benefits, head to our careers page: navi.Com/careers/life-at-naviIf solving meaningful problems, building at scale and growing alongside ambitious teams excites you,Navi could be the place for you.

📌 Data Science Manager (Bengaluru)
🏢 Navi
📍 Bengaluru