Tesco - Data Scientist

Data Scientist : At Tesco; our Data Science team focuses on modelling complex business problems and deploying data products at scale. Our work spans across multiple areas including physical stores; online; supply chain; marketing and Clubcard; where we encourage rotation amongst our Data Scientists so they can gain expertise in different subjects. We work on several domains and problem types: online; pricing; security; fulfilment; distribution; property; IoT and computer vision are just some. Our team members spend 10% of their week on learning and personal development. Multiple academic collaborations enrich team expertise; knowledge sharing events are regular. Furthermore, we have a great work-life balance; team days and relaxed but engaging culture. Summary : As a Data Scientist; you will need tounderstand difficult business problems and prototype solutions with minimal support. This is a hands-on position where you will need to leverage your analytical mindset to find solutions to complex problems Apply; modify and design algorithms and mathematical models to solve business problems on top of big data architectures (Hadoop; Spark) is a core component of the role. Our data scientists will need to be able to validate; document and present the modeling process and performances; as well as communicate complex solutions in a clear; understandable way to non-experts. Data Scientists are also responsible for promoting data science across Tesco and promote Tesco across the external Data Science community. Required Skills : We are looking for ambitious individuals with a mix of statistics; programming; and machine learning skills. The role requires that you have an extensive background in machine learning and data mining. - A track record in modifying and designing advanced algorithms and applying them to large data sets is essential. - An ideal candidate will have a scientific mentality with the ability to ask the right questions; as well as answer them. - A strong numerical higher degree in a mathematical; scientific; engineering or computer science discipline is preferable; as well as a solid understanding of mathematics and statistical principles. - Experience in one or more of the following fields is required: predictive modelling; operational research; deep learning; and time series modelling. Finally; strong programming experience (Python is : - Education from Top Tier 1 Institute - 4-8 years of exp as a Data Scientist - Experience with ML, NLP, Deep Learning, Predictive Modelling, Predictive Analysis, Statistical Analysis, Causal Inference Note : If shortlisted, you will be invited for initial rounds on 30th November'24 in Bengaluru (ref:hirist.tech)

Location: bangalore, IN

Posted Date: 11/15/2024