Manager - Data Scientist

Summary

Position Summary

DT-US Product Engineering - Data Scientist Manager We are seeking an exceptional Data Scientist who combines deep expertise in AI/ML with a strong focus on data quality and advanced analytics. This role requires a proven track record in developing production-grade machine learning solutions, implementing robust data quality frameworks, and leveraging cutting-edge analytical tools to drive business transformation through data-driven insights . Work you will do The Data Scientist will be responsible for developing and implementing end-to-end AI/ML solutions while ensuring data quality excellence across all stages of the data lifecycle. This role requires extensive experience in modern data science platforms, AI frameworks, and analytical tools, with a focus on scalable and production-ready implementations.

Project Leadership and Management:

• Lead complex data science initiatives utilizing Databricks, Dataiku, and modern AI/ML frameworks for end-to-end solution development
• Establish and maintain data quality frameworks and metrics across all stages of model development
• Design and implement data validation pipelines and quality control mechanisms for both structured and unstructured data
  
  

Strategic Development:

• Develop and deploy advanced machine learning models, including deep learning and generative AI solutions
• Design and implement automated data quality monitoring systems and anomaly detection frameworks
• Create and maintain MLOps pipelines for model deployment, monitoring, and maintenance
  
  

Team Mentoring and Development:

• Lead and mentor a team of data scientists and analysts, fostering a culture of technical excellence and continuous learning
• Develop and implement training programs to enhance team capabilities in emerging technologies and methodologies
• Establish performance metrics and career development pathways for team members
• Drive knowledge sharing initiatives and best practices across the organization
• Provide technical guidance and code reviews to ensure high-quality deliverables
  
  

Data Quality and Governance:

• Establish data quality standards and best practices for data collection, preprocessing, and feature engineering
• Implement data validation frameworks and quality checks throughout the ML pipeline
• Design and maintain data documentation systems and metadata management processes
• Lead initiatives for data quality improvement and standardization across projects
  
  

Technical Implementation:

• Design, develop and deploy end-to-end AI/ML solutions using modern frameworks including TensorFlow, PyTorch, scikit-learn, XGBoost for machine learning, BERT and GPT for NLP, and OpenCV for computer vision applications
• Architect and implement robust data processing pipelines leveraging enterprise platforms like Databricks, Apache Spark, Pandas for data transformation, Dataiku and Apache Airflow for ETL/ELT processes, and DVC for data version control
• Establish and maintain production-grade MLOps practices including model deployment, monitoring, A/B testing, and continuous integration/deployment pipelines
  
  

Technical Expertise Requirements:

Must Have:

• Enterprise AI/ML Platforms: Demonstrate mastery of Databricks for large-scale processing, with proven ability to architect solutions at scale
• Programming & Analysis: Advanced Python (NumPy, Pandas, scikit-learn), SQL, PySpark with production-level expertise
• Machine Learning: Deep expertise in TensorFlow or PyTorch, and scikit-learn with proven implementation experience
• Big Data Technologies: Advanced knowledge of Apache Spark, Databricks, and distributed computing architectures
• Cloud Platforms: Strong experience with at least one major cloud platform (AWS/Azure/GCP) and their ML services (SageMaker/Azure ML/Vertex AI)
• Data Processing & Analytics: Extensive experience with enterprise-grade data processing tools and ETL pipelines
• MLOps & Infrastructure: Proven experience in model deployment, monitoring, and maintaining production ML systems
• Data Quality: Experience implementing comprehensive data quality frameworks and validation systems
• Version Control & Collaboration: Strong proficiency with Git, JIRA, and collaborative development practices
• Database Systems: Expert-level knowledge of both SQL and NoSQL databases for large-scale data management
• Visualization Tools: Tableau, Power BI, Plotly, Seaborn
• Large Language Models: Experience with GPT, BERT, LLaMA, and fine-tuning methodologies
  
  

Good to Have:

• Additional Programming: R, Julia
• Additional Big Data: Hadoop, Hive, Apache Kafka
• Multi-Cloud: Experience across AWS, Azure, and GCP platforms
• Advanced Analytics: Dataiku, H2O.ai
• Additional MLOps: MLflow, Kubeflow, DVC (Data Version Control)
• Data Quality & Validation: Great Expectations, Deequ, Apache Griffin
• Business Intelligence: SAP HANA, SAP Business Objects, SAP BW
• Specialized Databases: Cassandra, MongoDB, Neo4j
• Container Orchestration: Kubernetes, Docker
• Additional Collaboration Tools: Confluence, BitBucket
  
  

Education:

• Advanced degree in quantitative discipline (Statistics, Math, Computer Science, Engineering) or relevant experience.
  
  

Qualifications:

• 10-13 years of experience with data mining, statistical modeling tools and underlying algorithms.
• 5+ years of experience with data analysis software for large scale analysis of structured and unstructured data.
• Proven track record of leading and delivering large-scale machine learning projects, including production model deployment, data quality framework implementation and experience with very large datasets to create data-driven insights thru predictive and prescriptive analytic models.
• E xtensive knowledge of supervised and unsupervised analytic modeling techniques such as linear and logistic regression, support vector machines, decision trees / random forests, Naïve-Bayesian, neural networks, association rules, text mining, and k-nearest neighbors among other clustering models.
• Extensive experience with deep learning frameworks, automated ML platforms, data processing tools (Databricks Delta Lake, Apache Spark), analytics platforms (Tableau, Power BI), and major cloud providers (AWS, Azure, GCP)
• Experience architecting and implementing enterprise-grade solutions using cloud-native ML services while ensuring cost optimization and performance efficiency
• Strong track record of team leadership, stakeholder management, and driving technical excellence across multiple concurrent projects
• Expert-level proficiency in Python, R, and SQL, with deep understanding of statistical analysis, hypothesis testing, feature engineering, model evaluation, and validation techniques in production environments
• Demonstrated leadership experience in implementing MLOps practices, including model monitoring, A/B testing frameworks, and maintaining production ML systems at scale.
• Working knowledge of supervised and unsupervised learning techniques, such as Regression/Generalized Linear Models, decision tree analysis, boosting and bagging, Principal Components Analysis, and clustering methods.
• Strong oral and written communication skills, including presentation skills The Team Information Technology Services (ITS) helps power Deloitte’s success. ITS drives Deloitte, which serves many of the world’s largest, most respected organizations. We develop and deploy cutting-edge internal and go-to-market solutions that help Deloitte operate effectively and lead in the market. Our reputation is built on a tradition of delivering with excellence.
  
  

The ~3,000 professionals in ITS deliver services including:

• Security, risk & compliance
• Technology support
• Infrastructure
• Applications
• Relationship management
• Strategy
• Deployment
• PMO
• Financials
• Communications
  
  

Product Engineering (PxE) Product Engineering (PxE) team is the internal software and applications development team responsible for delivering leading-edge technologies to Deloitte professionals. Their broad portfolio includes web and mobile productivity tools that empower our people to log expenses, enter timesheets, book travel and more, anywhere, anytime. PxE enables our client service professionals through a comprehensive suite of applications across the business lines. In addition to application delivery, PxE offers full-scale design services, a robust mobile portfolio, cutting-edge analytics, and innovative custom development. Work Location: Hyderabad

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Requisition code: 210109