Sr Data Scientist

Ecolab Inc. -
Bengaluru, Karnataka

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Job details

Full-time
5 days ago

Qualifications

TensorFlow
Doctoral degree
Computer Science
PyTorch
Big data
Software deployment
Master's degree
SQL
Bachelor's degree
Machine learning
Data science
AI
Communication skills
Python
Data Science

Full job description

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Efficient & Reliable Independent Contributor

Independently design and implement complex data science projects, from initial concept through final deployment.

Solve critical business problems with minimal oversight, ensuring the delivery of high-quality, impactful solutions.

Proactively identify and address potential issues or opportunities for improvement in existing models and processes.

Design scalable data and knowledge pipelines (chunking, indexing, vector stores) optimized for GenAI and enterprise use cases.

Leadership and Mentorship

Mentor and provide technical guidance to junior data scientists and team members.

Foster a culture of continuous learning and improvement within the team.

Advanced Model Development

Lead the design, development, and deployment of advanced predictive models and machine learning solutions.

Ensure the scalability, reliability, and performance of data science solutions, implementing MLOps best practices.

Architect GenAI solutions (RAG, agents, tool‑calling, multimodal systems) aligned to business workflows and constraints.

Define robust GenAI evaluation frameworks covering quality, safety, cost, latency, and business impact.

Strategic Collaboration

Collaborate with business stakeholders to identify and prioritize opportunities for leveraging data to drive strategic business solutions.

Communicate complex analytical concepts and findings to non-technical stakeholders, influencing decision-making at the highest levels.

Research and Innovation

Conduct in-depth research and analysis to develop innovative data science solutions that address complex business problems.

Drive the adoption of cutting-edge techniques and best practices in data science, machine learning, and AI across the organization.

Data Pipeline Management

Oversee the end-to-end data pipeline, from data collection and processing to model deployment, monitoring, and optimization.

Implement robust validation and monitoring processes to ensure data quality and integrity.

Thought Leadership

Stay abreast of the latest trends and advancements in the field of data science.

Actively contribute to the organization's thought leadership through publications, presentations, and participation in industry events.

QUALIFICATIONS

Bachelor’s, Master’s or Ph.D. in Data Science, Computer Science, Statistics, Mathematics, or a related field.

8+ years of experience in data science or a related field, with a proven track record of leading and delivering high-impact projects.

Deep expertise in advanced machine learning techniques, statistical modeling, and AI.

Strong proficiency in programming languages such as Python, with extensive experience in machine learning libraries and frameworks (e.g., scikit-learn, TensorFlow, PyTorch).

Advanced skills in SQL and experience with big data technologies.

Proven experience with MLOps practices and tools for model deployment, monitoring, and optimization.

Exceptional problem-solving skills and a strategic mindset, with the ability to tackle complex data challenges.

Strong leadership and mentorship abilities, with experience guiding and developing junior team members.

Outstanding communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to effectively convey complex technical concepts to diverse audiences.

Our Commitment to a Culture of Inclusion & Belonging
Ecolab is committed to fair and equal treatment of associates and applicants and furthering the principles of Equal Opportunity to Employment. We will recruit, hire, promote, transfer and provide opportunities for advancement based on individual qualifications and job performance in all matters affecting employment, compensation, benefits, working conditions, and opportunities for advancement. Ecolab will not discriminate against any associate or applicant for employment because of race, religion, color, creed, national origin,citizenship status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expressions, genetic information, marital status, age, or disability.

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