🧾 Job Description : Practice Lead / Manager – Data Science & AI
Job Title :
Practice Lead / Manager – Data Science & Artificial Intelligence
Location : Hyderabad
Experience Required :
10+ years in Data Science & AI / ML, with 3+ years in leadership roles
Employment Type :
Full-time | Permanent
About the Role :
We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Practice Lead / Manager in Data Science & Artificial Intelligence to lead a dynamic team of data scientists and ML engineers. You will be responsible for strategic leadership , technical delivery , and practice growth in AI / ML initiatives across various domains.
Key Responsibilities :
- Lead and grow the Data Science and AI / ML practice – team building, strategy, mentorship.
- Drive end-to-end data science project lifecycle : problem definition, data acquisition, modeling, evaluation, and deployment.
- Design and implement scalable ML / DL models using tools like PyTorch , TensorFlow , Scikit-learn , etc.
- Guide the team on best practices in data wrangling using NumPy , Pandas , and other Python libraries.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams – Engineering, Product, and Business – to define AI use cases and roadmaps.
- Ensure delivery of high-quality, impactful AI solutions on time and within budget.
- Stay current with the latest in AI / ML research and technologies and bring innovations into the practice.
- Represent the company at client meetings, industry conferences, and internal leadership discussions.
Required Skills & Qualifications :
Bachelor's or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Data Science, AI, or related field. PhD is a plus.10+ years of experience in data science, with a strong foundation in AI / ML algorithms , statistics, and deep learning.3+ years of experience in leading teams or managing a data science function.Hands-on expertise with :Machine Learning & Deep Learning frameworks : PyTorch, TensorFlow, Scikit-learnPython libraries : NumPy, Pandas, Matplotlib, Seaborn, etc.Model deployment : Flask / FastAPI, Docker, MLflow, or similar.Strong problem-solving skills and ability to translate business needs into technical solutions.Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities.Preferred Qualifications :
Experience with cloud platforms (AWS, GCP, Azure) and MLOps pipelines.Exposure to NLP, Computer Vision, or Generative AI projects.Prior consulting or client-facing experience is a strong plus.Why Join Us?
Lead high-impact AI initiatives across industries.Opportunity to shape the future of AI / ML practice in a fast-growing organization.Collaborative and innovation-driven work culture.Competitive compensation and career growth opportunities.How to Apply :
Interested candidates can apply through Naukri or email their resume to : [santhoshta.in@mouritech.com]
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