Job Description

Bengaluru
Work Type: Full Time

Job Title:

Data Scientist - III

Location:

Bangalore (On-site; full-time)

About

Locus

: At

Locus

, we are

redefining logistics decision-making

with deep-tech solutions that drive efficiency, consistency, and transparency across industries like retail and FMCG/CPG.

Founded in 2015

by

Nishith Rastog

i and

Geet Garg

, Locus has evolved from a women's safety geo-tracking app into a

globally recognized logistics optimization platform

.
Our technology has empowered enterprises such as Unilever and Nestle to execute

over a billion deliveries

across 30+ countries. Guided by our commitment to

innovation

and sustainable growth, we transform complex supply chains into

strategic growth enablers

. Join us at Locus and be part of a team shaping the future of global logistics.

Job Overview:

About the role

As Data Scientist III you will be responsible for working on cutting-edge projects, dive into probabilistic models, and help us create the next wave of innovation in logistics.

Role Description:

Ideation and opportunity discovery to implement data science solutions to enhance existing product experience Converting fuzzy product/ business requirements into a data science problem To set the agenda/direction for data science application at Locus Taking Ownership of the entire pipeline - from idea conception to delivery To evangelize DS@Locus internally and externally Mentoring your team members and data scientists

Qualifications:

Held the position of a DS-3 or similar level for more than a year with an overall 6-10 years experience in this domain Operations Research background preferred Have great coding skills - Python (preferred). High proficiency in use of scientific libraries similar to and not limited to pandas, matplotlib, nltk, numpy, sklearn, seaborn, scipy, etc. Experience of mentoring and guiding peer team members. Displayed technical leadership skills Have published patents / publications in national or international tier-1 peer-reviewed journals or conferences. Possess critical and creative thinking Have taken projects from ideation to production Have Processed data at scale and possess knowledge of distributed systems Have working knowledge of PyTorch, Keras and/or TensorFlow or similar framework Armed with: + Open-source contributions in the AI/ML domain is a plus + Knowledge of Apache Spark/Hadoop and EcoSystem tools is a big plus + Logistics and Supply Chain domain experience is a big plus

What We Offer

Join Locus and become part of a visionary team that is redefining logistics through innovation and smart distribution. We provide competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and a collaborative environment where your expertise will drive both your growth and that of the organization.Locus is an equal opportunity employer dedicated to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace.