Data Science Manager - Supply Chain & Manufacturing

About the position

As a Data Science Manager in Supply Chain & Manufacturing at ZS, you will play a pivotal role in leading the end-to-end development life cycle of innovative machine learning (ML)-based enterprise products that address complex business challenges. Your responsibilities will include architecting and implementing AI-enabled data products, as well as leading team efforts in the research, conceptualization, and design of new product lines. You will be tasked with researching and assessing state-of-the-art AI algorithms, particularly in areas such as natural language understanding and personalized assisting tools. This position requires you to own, drive, and solve complex, cross-functional problems that extend beyond traditional product domains, analytics, and data science. In this role, you will lead hybrid teams of scientists and engineers to create AI solutions, engaging with senior client leaders to deliver transformative value. You will work collaboratively with global ZS colleagues and are expected to publish thought leadership pieces and present at leading industry conferences. Additionally, you will contribute to fostering ZS talent through recruiting and training efforts, while also shaping the firm’s strategy in emerging areas and practices, particularly in AI.

Responsibilities
• Lead end to end development life cycle of innovative ML-based enterprise products for complex business problems
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• Architect and implement AI-enabled data products
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• Lead team efforts in research, conceptualization and design for new product line
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• Research and assess state-of-the-art AI algorithms for natural language understanding, personalized assisting tools etc.
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• Own, drive, and solve complex, cross-functional problems that extend beyond the traditional boundaries of product domains, analytics, and data science
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• Lead hybrid teams of scientists and engineers to create AI solutions
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• Engage with senior client leaders to deliver value through transformative solutions
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• Work in tandem and partner effectively with global ZS colleagues
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• Publish thought leadership pieces and present at leading industry conferences
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• Foster ZS talent through recruiting and training contributions
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• Shape ZS firm strategy in newer areas and practices including AI

Requirements
• 9 - 14 years' work experience in building AI/ML based products
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• BE/ B.Tech from Tier-1 institute is required
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• Masters or PhD from a premier institute is highly preferred (in Comp. Sci. or allied areas)
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• In-depth knowledge of advanced algorithms (e.g. Deep learning, NLP, recommenders, etc.)
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• Experience in applying ML algorithms to complex business problems
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• Knowledge of Big Data, cloud, and distributed computing paradigms + related technologies
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• Experience in going beyond POCs to deploying large-scale AI solutions into production
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• Ability to frame first-of-a-kind business problems into analytical solutions
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• Ability to rapidly research, experiment, and iterate towards practical working solutions
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• Hands-on programming proficiency in open-source environments (e.g. Python)
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• Domain knowledge in industry verticals such as travel, hospitality, retail, asset management, and high-tech is highly preferred

Nice-to-haves
• Desire to make a business impact for our clients
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• Leadership experience
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• Personal initiative and strong work ethic
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• Self-motivation and detail orientation
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• Organization & planning skills (self and teams)
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• Communication skills (data-driven story-telling)

Benefits
• Comprehensive total rewards package including health and well-being
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• Financial planning
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• Annual leave
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• Personal growth and professional development
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• Robust skills development programs
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• Multiple career progression options
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• Internal mobility paths
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• Collaborative culture
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• Flexible and connected way of working

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