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Job Title


Data Scientist (Remote)


Company : Ztek Consulting


Location : Kolhapur, Maharashtra


Created : 2026-01-30


Job Type : Full Time


Job Description

Essential Functions:Strong analytical skills and compliance domain knowledge, with the ability to conduct large scale data analysis through all stages: understand business goal and strategy, formulate analytic approaches, perform data extraction and exploration, and translate results into actionable itemsExpertise in advanced techniques (Machine learning, natural language processing, deep learning), including exposure to Generative AI technologies and their applications. Experience with Python libraries such as pandas, numpy, matplot and ScikitDeployment of high-performance scalable AI/machine learning (ML) algorithms for building transaction monitoring and risk scoring solutions to improve the quality of alerts and investigation processConduct periodic tuning of statistical and machine learning models using large-scale datasets to optimize models for performance, efficiency, and robustnessWell versed with Compliance risk typologies and rules. Good knowledge and deployment experience of rules and typologiesDesign and conduct experiments to evaluate the model performance using appropriate metrics and statistical analysis to measure and interpret resultsSupervise and work with the Model Risk Management team as an independent contributor to support model validations across multiple business entities. Ensure the accuracy, reliability, and compliance of models by overseeing and conducting thorough validationsCollaborate with internal stakeholders across business units and regulated entities to enhance alignment in implementing MRM policy/standards and promote MRM best practicesPrepare technical documentation, including model architecture, implementation details and model methodology. Review model reports and communicate findings, insights, and recommendations to both technology and business stakeholdersQualificationsBasic Qualifications:∙ Bachelor's/Master’s Degree in Engineering, Economics, Statistics, Mathematics, or related technical discipline∙ At least 8 years of experience in data science, analysis, reporting, statistical analysis, research, data mining, trend analysis etc.∙ At least 8 years of experience in machine learning model development and implementation using tools like SAS, SQL, Python/R , Hive and/or Spark∙ Building predictive and descriptive statistical models using AI/ML algorithms (e.g., logistic regression, random forests, SVMs, XGBoost, CNNs/RNNs)∙ Compliance domain knowledge primarily for transaction monitoring, screening and client due diligence∙ Excellent knowledge of database management, data extraction and data manipulation skills∙ Superior communication, business writing and stakeholder management skills∙ Self-motivated and proactive in talking to business partners/clients to identify and understand problem statements∙ Passionate about building end-user experiences that deliver measurable value without increasing complexity∙ Willing to work on a flexible schedule across different time zones