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 the team expertise; knowledge sharing events are regular. Furthermore; we have a great work-life balance; team days and relaxed but engaging culture.
ROLE DESCRIPTION
This is a hands-on position where you will need to leverage your analytical mindset to find solutions to complex problems. As a Data Scientist; you will need to understand difficult business problems and prototype solutions with minimal support. 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.
CANDIDATE DESCRIPTION
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 preferred).
Important Notice:
On behalf of Tesco Bengaluru, we must caution all job seekers and educational institutions that Tesco Bengaluru does not authorise any third parties to release employment offers or conduct recruitment drives via a third party. Hence, beware of inauthentic and fraudulent job offers or recruitment drives from any individuals or websites purporting to represent Tesco. Further, Tesco Bengaluru does not charge any fee or other emoluments for any reason (including without limitation, visa fees) or seek compensation from educational institutions to participate in recruitment events.
Accordingly, please check the authenticity of any such offers before acting on them and where acted upon, you do so at your own risk. Tesco Bengaluru shall neither be responsible for honouring or making good the promises made by fraudulent third parties, nor for any monetary or any other loss incurred by the aggrieved individual or educational institution.
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