JD_Data_Scientist_Campus
JD_Data_Scientist_Campus
Established in 1985, the Kotak Mahindra Group is one of India’s leading financial services
conglomerates. In February 2003, Kotak Mahindra Finance Ltd (KMFL), the group’s flagship
company, received a banking license from the Reserve Bank of India (RBI). With this, KMFL
became the first non-banking finance company in India to become a bank – Kotak Mahindra
Bank Limited.
The consolidated balance sheet of Kotak Mahindra Group is over 1 lakh crore and the
consolidated net worth of the Group stands at 13,943 crore (approx. US$2.6 billion) as on
September 30, 2012.
The Group offers a wide range of financial services that encompass every sphere of life. From
commercial banking to stock broking, mutual funds, life insurance and investment banking,
the Group caters to the diverse financial needs of individuals and the corporate sector. The
Group has a wide distribution network through branches and franchisees across India, the
international offices in London, New York, California, Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Bahrain, Mauritius
and Singapore. For information, please visit the company’s website at
http://www.kotak.com
What we offer
Our mission is simple – Building trust. Our customers' trust in us is not merely about the safety
of their assets but also about how dependable our digital offerings are. That’s why we at Kotak
Group are dedicated to transforming banking by imbibing a technology-first approach in
everything we do, with an aim to enhance customer experience by providing superior banking
services. We welcome and invite the best analytical and technological minds in the country to
come join us in our mission to make banking seamless and swift. Here, we promise you
meaningful work that positively impacts the lives of many.
Kotak Data Labs plays a pivotal role in driving innovation and business growth at Kotak. The
team collaborates with stakeholders and data providers, leveraging advanced analytics and
Data Science / Machine Learning techniques to drive strategic decision-making across the
bank. The core work charter includes supporting different products across the bank by
developing solutions across the customer journey to drive Acquisition, Engagement and
Retention using cutting-edge Data Science capabilities and Data platforms.
The Data Scientist and Data Analyst role within the team involves deploying projects from
conception to actionable insights, enabling data-driven marketing strategies, developing risk
scorecards, building behavioral models and impact in the banking business. This role focuses
on leveraging Data science techniques for model development, feature engineering, driving
automation, process improvement, and operational efficiency while demonstrating innovative
thinking, passion for data science and fostering cross-team collaboration. Establishing strong
working relationship with stakeholders in the bank is also a key aspect of this role.
Skill requirements:
Master’s or Bachelor’s Degree in a quantitative discipline (Statistics, Economics,
Mathematics, Computer Science, Engineering, etc.)
Coding skills in Python, SQL
Deep understanding and hands-on experience with ML/DL Algorithms
Experience of working with large data sets and developing scalable solutions
Knowledge of Marketing, Risk, Business, Banking and Financial services, E-Commerce
is preferred
Ability to work independently and deal with ambiguity
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Excellent presentation and strong written & verbal communication skills
Knowledge of Banking products, Marketing strategies and Generative AI is a plus
Highly motivated and collaborative team player with strong interpersonal skills