Data Scientist @ UPL Limited

• Has expertise in implementing complex statistical analyses for data processing, exploration, model building and implementation 

• Lead teams of 2-3 associate data scientists in the use case building and delivery process 

• Can communicate complex technical concepts to both technical and non-technical audience 

• Plays a key role in driving ideation around the modelling process and developing models. Can conceptualize and drive re-iteration and fine tuning of models 

• Contribute to knowledge building and sharing by researching best practices, documenting solutions, and continuously iterating on new ways to solve problems. Mentors junior team members to do the same 

REQUIRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: 

• Masters degree in Computer Science, Statistics, Math, Operations Research, Economics, or a related field 

• Advanced level programming skills in at least 1 coding language (R/Python/Scala) 

• Practical experience of developing advanced statistical and machine learning models 

• At least 2 years of relevant analytics experience 

• Experience in using large database systems preferred 

• Has developed niche expertise in at least one functional domain  

REQUIRED SKILLS: 

• Ability to work well in agile environments in diverse teams with multiple stakeholders 

• Experience of leading small teams 

• Able to problem solve complex problems and break them down into simpler parts 

• Ability to effectively communicate complex analytical and technical content  

• High energy and passionate individual who can work closely with other team members 

• Strong entrepreneurial drive to test new out of the box techniques 

• Able to prioritize workstreams and adopt an agile approach 

• Willing to adopt an iterative approach; experimental mindset to drive innovation 

LOCATION: Bangalore  

Whats in it for you? 

• Disruptive projects:  Work on breakthrough digital-and-analytics projects to enable UPLs vision of building a future ready organization. It involves deploying solutions to help us increase our sales, sustain our profitability, improve our speed to market, supercharge our R&D efforts, and support the way we work internally. Help us ensure we have access to the best business insights that our data analysis can offer us. 

• Cross functional leadership exposure: Work directly under guidance of functional leadership at UPL, on the most critical business problems for the organization (and the industry) today. It will give you exposure to a large cross-functional team (e.g.: spanning manufacturing, procurement, commercial, quality, IT/OT experts), allowing multi-functional learning in D&A deployment  

• Environment fostering professional and personal development: Strengthen professional learning in a highly impact-oriented and meritocratic environment that is focused on delivering disproportionate business value through innovative solutions. It will be supported by on-the-job coaching from experienced domain experts, and continuous feedback from a highly motivated and capable set of peers. Comprehensive training programs for continuous development through UPL's D&A academy will help in accelerating growth opportunities. 

Come join us in this transformational journey! 

Lets collectively Change the game with Digital & Analytics!