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About the role
Must Have Technical/Functional Skill
Data Scientist to design, build, and operationalize ML, GenAI, and predictive models that power an enterprise scale AI driven Service Planning & Design (SP&D) platform. The role focuses on cost estimation, calibration, compliance intelligence, and document/image interpretation, working closely with GenAI agents, cloud architects, and domain SMEs.
Roles & Responsibilities
Key Responsibilities
Machine Learning & Predictive Modeling
• Design and develop ML models
• Build and tune models using XGBoost, Random Forest, scikit learn, and related frameworks
• Evaluate model performance using MAE, RMSE, R², and error distribution analysis
GenAI & Agent Driven AI
• Collaborate with AI Engineers to embed ML models into GenAI driven, multi agent workflows
• Work with RAG pipelines for document intelligence and contextual Q&A
• Enable human readable explanations for predictions and recommendations
Data Engineering & Feature Development
• Analyze structured and unstructured datasets from historical estimates, actual costs, documents, and images
• Perform feature engineering from:
o SAP/EES data
o Historical project attributes
o Regulatory and standards documentation
• Ensure data quality, normalization, and anomaly detection
Image & Non Text Analytics (Preferred)
• Support AI image analysis use cases:
o Classification and attribute extraction from site photos and drawings
o Compliance signals against engineering standards
• Collaborate on pipelines using computer vision outputs and ML inference
MLOps & Model Lifecycle
• Support model training, validation, and runtime invocation within cloud native platforms
• Work with DevOps and AI teams on:
o Model versioning and reproducibility
o Monitoring for drift, bias, and performance degradation
• Provide inputs for MLOps / LLMOps pipelines and governance dashboards
Required Skills & Experience
• Strong foundation in Data Science, Machine Learning, and Statistics
• Hands on experience with:
o Python
o scikit learn, XGBoost
o Data analysis libraries (NumPy, Pandas)
• Experience building regression and calibrati on models
• Strong understanding of model evaluation metrics
• Experience working with large, complex enterprise datasets
• Ability to explain model outputs in business friendly language
Preferred Skills
• Exposure to GenAI / LLM enabled systems
• Experience with RAG pipelines and vector search concepts
• Familiarity with computer vision outputs and non text data analysis
• Experience in utilities, infrastructure, or regulated industries
• Understanding of AI governance, explainability, and auditability
Salary Range: $160,000-$180,000 a year
TCS Employee Benefits Summary:
Discretionary Annual Incentive.
Comprehensive Medical Coverage: Medical & Health, Dental & Vision, Disability Planning & Insurance, Pet Insurance Plans.
Family Support: Maternal & Parental Leaves.
Insurance Options: Auto & Home Insurance, Identity Theft Protection.
Convenience & Professional Growth: Commuter Benefits & Certification & amp; Training Reimbursement.
Time Off: Vacation, Time Off, Sick Leave & Holidays.
Legal & Financial Assistance: Legal Assistance, 401K Plan, Performance Bonus, College Fund, Student Loan Refinancing.
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</divRole: Data Scientist
Desired skills: Data Science
Qualifications: BACHELOR OF COMPUTER SCIENCE
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Experience: 8 - 20 Years
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Job function: TECHNOLOGY
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Location: Oakland, CA
Salary range: $160,000–$180,000
Apply by: 2026-09-08 00:00:00
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