Data Science Manager

We are looking for a Lead Senior Data Scientist who is highly hands-on, technically strong, and capable of leading a small team while owning end-to-end delivery of data science solutions. This role requires a balance of deep individual contribution (70–80%) and team leadership & stakeholder management (20–30%).

Key Responsibilities

·       Design, develop, and deploy end-to-end data science solutions from problem framing to production

·       Work hands-on with SQL and Python for data extraction, analysis, feature engineering, and modeling

·       Build and optimize machine learning models using classical ML techniques

·       Apply advanced analytical methods such as:

§  Causal inference

§  Price elasticity modeling

§  Forecasting / Time Series analysis

§  Optimization techniques

·       Translating business problems into data science approaches and measurable outcomes

·       Lead, mentor, and review work of junior and mid-level data scientists

·       Ensure high-quality, scalable, and maintainable model delivery

·       Collaborate closely with product, engineering, and business stakeholders

·       Drive best practices in modeling, experimentation, and code quality

Required Skills & Qualifications

·       8–12 years of experience in Data Science / Machine Learning

·       Strong hands-on expertise in SQL (complex queries, performance tuning)

·       Advanced proficiency in Python (pandas, numpy, scikit-learn, statsmodels, etc.)

·       Solid understanding of statistics and machine learning fundamentals

·       Proven experience in one or more of the following:

§  Causal modeling / experimentation

§  Price elasticity / pricing models

§  Forecasting / time-series models

§  Optimization or classical ML algorithms

§  Recommendation

·       Experience leading a team and owning delivery commitments

·       Strong problem-solving and communication skills

Good to Have

·       Experience deploying models into production environments

·       Familiarity with cloud platforms or MLOps workflows

·       Prior experience working with business stakeholders in retail, pricing, supply chain, or growth analytics