Lead Data Scientist

Bangalore Urban, Karnataka, India
Jul 11, 2024
Jul 11, 2025
Onsite
Full-Time
6 Years
Job Description

Join the dynamic data science group at MakeMyTrip-GoIbibo, where we are pioneering the next generation of pricing, discounting systems, and revenue optimization strategies. Leveraging a blend of causal models, reinforcement learning, contextual bandits, and advanced ML/DL techniques, we're committed to transforming massive datasets into tangible business assets, driving significant impact across our platforms.

Role Description

  1. Building Cutting-Edge Models. Develop and deploy state-of-the-art ML/DL models, causal systems, and RL models to enhance pricing, discounting, and recommendation systems for our train, bus, and cab line of businesses.
  2. Stakeholder Collaboration. Engage closely with product and revenue management teams throughout project lifecycles, from data analysis and model selection to setting up A/B experiments.
  3. Cross-Functional Collaboration. Collaborate effectively with fellow data scientists and data/software engineers to drive innovation and solve complex business challenges.
  4. Infrastructure Ownership. Design and manage robust model infrastructure pipelines and APIs with a 99% SLA, ensuring high throughput and low latencies.
  5. Iterative Improvement. Adopt an iterative approach, starting with baseline models, conducting A/B experiments, and continuously refining models to achieve state-of-the-art performance.

Desired Profile

  1. Technical Proficiency. Strong Python programming skills are a must, with proficiency in Pyspark considered advantageous. Deep expertise in ML/DL, solid mathematical and statistical foundations, and experience deploying models end-to-end.
  2. Specialized Knowledge. Experience with deep contextual bandits, reinforcement learning, or causal ML modeling is highly desired. Knowledge of blending ML/DL with econometric methods for pricing and discounting is a plus.
  3. Problem-Solving Skills. Exceptional problem-solving abilities with a knack for first principles thinking and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced, impact-driven environment.
  4. Industry Experience. Prior experience in e-commerce B2C environments is preferred, particularly in developing pricing, discounting, or ranking systems.

Qualifications

  1. Education. BE/BTech from Tier 1 colleges (IIT/ISI/NIT/BITS/BIT/IIIT/REC) is required. An MS or Ph.D. in AI/ML, econometrics, applied statistics, computer science, or related fields is preferred.
  2. Experience. 6-8 years of comprehensive experience in data science, AI, and ML roles, with a demonstrated track record of delivering impactful solutions.

Join Us

If you're passionate about leveraging data science to drive business decisions and thrive in a collaborative, innovative environment, we invite you to join our team at MakeMyTrip-GoIbibo. Transform complex datasets into actionable insights and make a significant impact in the travel and e-commerce industry.