Data Scientist (6 to 8 Years) at PhonePe

Bengaluru, Karnataka, India

PhonePe Logo
Not SpecifiedCompensation
Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
FintechIndustries

Requirements

  • Bachelor's or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Data Science, Statistics, Mathematics, or a related field (Ph.D. preferred but not mandatory)
  • 6+ years of experience in data science, machine learning, or applied statistics
  • Experience in financial services, fintech, e-commerce, or similar data-driven industries
  • Strong expertise in Python, SQL with proficiency in machine learning frameworks such as TensorFlow, PyTorch, or Scikit-Learn
  • Solid understanding of big data technologies (Spark, PySpark, Hadoop, or similar)
  • Hands-on experience in model deployment using cloud platforms (AWS, GCP, Azure) and ML Ops frameworks (MLflow, Kubeflow, etc.)
  • Expertise in statistical modeling, predictive analytics
  • Experience working with real-time and batch-processing systems
  • Demonstrated ability to translate business problems into data science solutions

Responsibilities

  • Lead and drive the development of advanced machine learning models to solve high-impact business challenges
  • Collaborate with stakeholders (business leaders, product managers, engineering teams) to identify opportunities where data science can add business value
  • Embed yourself with business to understand the strategy and propose data solutions to accelerate outcomes
  • Design and implement scalable data pipelines and real-time analytics solutions
  • Guide and mentor data scientists, fostering a culture of innovation and best practices
  • Conduct deep-dive analyses to extract meaningful insights from complex and large datasets
  • Ensure machine learning models are explainable, reproducible, and aligned with business objectives
  • Present findings and recommendations to key stakeholders in a clear and actionable manner
  • Work closely with engineering teams to deploy ML models into production environments at scale
  • Own end-to-end model lifecycle management, including data preprocessing, feature engineering, model training, validation, and monitoring

Skills

Machine Learning
Statistical Modeling
Big Data Processing

PhonePe

Digital payments and financial services platform

About PhonePe

PhonePe is a digital payments platform in India that allows individuals and businesses to conduct financial transactions securely and efficiently. It primarily operates through the Unified Payments Interface (UPI), enabling users to transfer money directly between bank accounts using their mobile phones. PhonePe differentiates itself by offering a wide range of services, including various insurance products and investment solutions, while maintaining a user-friendly interface and strong security measures. The company's goal is to make digital payments accessible to the next billion users in India, positively impacting the country's financial ecosystem.

Bengaluru, IndiaHeadquarters
2015Year Founded
$1,823.7MTotal Funding
GROWTH_EQUITY_VCCompany Stage
Consumer Software, Fintech, Financial ServicesIndustries
5,001-10,000Employees

Benefits

Insurance Benefits - Medical Insurance, Critical Illness Insurance, Accidental Insurance, Life Insurance
Wellness Program - Employee Assistance Program, Onsite Medical Center, Emergency Support System
Parental Support - Maternity Benefit, Paternity Benefit Program, Adoption Assistance Program, Day-care Support Program
Mobility Benefits - Relocation benefits, Transfer Support Policy, Travel Policy
Retirement Benefits - Employee PF Contribution, Flexible PF Contribution, Gratuity, NPS, Leave Encashment
Other Benefits - Higher Education Assistance, Car Lease, Mobile & Broadband Reimbursements, Salary Advance Policy

Risks

Increased competition in quick commerce could dilute PhonePe's market share.
Legal challenges like trademark infringement lawsuits may increase costs and damage brand.
Market cap restrictions in India's digital payments sector could impact PhonePe's valuation.

Differentiation

PhonePe integrates with ONDC, expanding into quick commerce beyond traditional payments.
Affordable insurance products like Dengue and Malaria plans attract health-conscious customers.
Proprietary solutions development enhances control over payment processes post-Juspay partnership termination.

Upsides

IPO and new funding round could expand services and market reach.
Manish Sabharwal's appointment strengthens governance and investor confidence.
Integration with ONDC positions PhonePe as a leader in digital marketplace services.

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