Job Description Data Science POD Lead

Job Summary

We are looking for a Data Science POD Lead with strong expertise in Machine Learning, Data Analysis, SQL, and Python. The candidate will be responsible for leading a POD team, driving data-driven solutions, developing machine learning models, and supporting business decision-making across the project lifecycle. The ideal candidate should have strong analytical skills, leadership capabilities, and hands-on technical expertise.

Primary Skills & Responsibilities

Technical Responsibilities

Strong hands-on experience with SQL for data extraction, transformation, and analysis
Solid understanding of Machine Learning concepts and algorithms, including:
- Regression Models
- Linear Regression
- Logistic Regression
- Time Series & Forecasting Algorithms (preferred recent experience within last 12 years)
Experience in implementing machine learning models and validating performance
Basic understanding of statistical concepts and data modeling techniques
Strong proficiency in Python for data analysis and model development
Experience with Python libraries such as Pandas, NumPy, and data wrangling techniques
Ability to clean, preprocess, and analyze large datasets
Interpret analytical results and present actionable insights to stakeholders
Strong Excel skills (minimum 7/10 proficiency level)

POD Leadership Responsibilities

Lead and mentor a Data Science POD team
Drive technical design and solutioning for data science initiatives
Collaborate with cross-functional stakeholders including business, engineering, and analytics teams
Ensure delivery timelines and quality standards are met
Provide technical guidance and review model performance and improvements
Drive best practices in data science development and documentation

Secondary Skills

Experience with Git for version control
Familiarity with GitHub and GitHub Actions for CI/CD workflows
Understanding of code management and collaborative development

Good to Have

Basic knowledge of data visualization tools (Power BI, Tableau, etc.)
Understanding of Software Development Lifecycle (SDLC)
Experience working in Agile environments
Experience in stakeholder communication and requirement gathering

Key Competencies

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Leadership and mentoring capability
Attention to detail and data accuracy
Strong communication and stakeholder management skills
Ability to work independently and drive initiatives
Strong documentation and presentation skills

Experience Required

610 years of overall experience in Data Science / Machine Learning / Analytics
12 years of experience in leading small POD teams (preferred)

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Data Science, Computer Science, Statistics, Mathematics, or related field

SENIOR LEAD DATA SCIENTIST - Machine Learning