Data Scientist

About PersistentWe are an AI-led, platform-driven Digital Engineering and Enterprise Modernization partner, combining deep technical expertise and industry experience to help our clients anticipate what’s next. Our offerings and proven solutions create a unique competitive advantage for our clients by giving them the power to see beyond and rise above. We work with many industry-leading organizations across the world, including 20 Fortune 50 companies and 4 of the 5 top banks in both the US and India, and numerous innovators across the healthcare ecosystem.Our disruptor’s mindset, commitment to client success, and agility to thrive in the dynamic environment have enabled us to sustain our growth momentum. Persistent has been recognized across top industry platforms for innovation, leadership, and inclusion. We have delivered 23 sequential quarters of growth with $422.5M in Q3 FY26 revenue, up 4.0% Q-o-Q and 17.3% Y-o-Y growth. Our 26,500+ global team members, located in 18 countries, have been instrumental in helping the market leaders transform their industries. We won the 2025 ISG Star of Excellence™ Award for AI and Data Excellence and were named a Leader in the Everest Group Talent Readiness for Next-generation Data, Analytics and AI Services PEAK Matrix® Assessment 2025.About PositionRole: Data ScientistLocation: RemoteExperience: 8+ yearsJob Type: Full TimeMandatory Skills: Data Science, Python, NumPy, PandasWe are seeking an Data Scientist who is a problem solver, data expert, analyst, and communicator, who can create new algorithms from scratch. You have an advanced degree in a quantitative field, such as computer science, engineering, physics, statistics or applied mathematics, and have:Expertise You'll BringFamiliarity with statistical and data-mining techniquesStrong knowledge of programming languages, with a focus on machine learning and advanced analytics (such as R, Python, and Scala)Experience working with large data sets and relational databasesA collaborative spirit and the ability to communicate complex ideas effectively to both colleagues and clientsExcellent problem-solving skills and the ability to analyze issues, identify causes, and recommend solutions quicklyBenefitsCompetitive salary and benefits packageCulture focused on talent development with quarterly promotion cycles and company-sponsored higher education and certificationsOpportunity to work with cutting-edge technologiesEmployee engagement initiatives such as project parties, flexible work hours, and Long Service awardsAnnual health check-upsInsurance coverage: group term life, personal accident, and Mediclaim hospitalization for self, spouse, two children, and parentsOur company fosters a values-driven and people-centric work environment that enables our employees to:Accelerate growth, both professionally and personallyImpact the world in powerful, positive ways, using the latest technologiesEnjoy collaborative innovation, with diversity and work-life wellbeing at the coreUnlock global opportunities to work and learn with the industry’s bestLet’s unleash your full potential at Persistent - persistent.com/careers For more details, please contact Bharath Veluru ()“Persistent is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind.”