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Associate - Data Scientist at Bain & Company


Short Description:

The job entails an Associate Data Scientist role within BCN Labs at Bain & Company, where the focus is on implementing advanced analytics solutions and developing end-to-end data-driven client deployable solutions across diverse sectors. Candidates should possess strong expertise in data science techniques, statistical learning models, and programming languages such as Python and/or R, along with structured communication skills. The role requires breaking down analytical problems, brainstorming optimal solutions, and delivering actionable insights to drive business impact. A collaborative, team-oriented approach is emphasized, with opportunities to experiment with new techniques and technologies in a supportive working environment recognized for its commitment to diversity, inclusion, and professional growth.



Job Title: Associate - Data Scientist
Job ID: 84143
Areas of Work: Technology & Engineering
Employment Type: Permanent Full-Time
Location(s): New Delhi

Description & Requirements

Who We Are

Bain & Company stands as a global management consulting firm dedicated to empowering change-makers worldwide in shaping the future. Operating across 65 offices spanning 40 countries, we collaborate closely with our clients, sharing a collective ambition to attain exceptional outcomes, surpass competition, and redefine industries. Since our establishment in 1973, we gauge our success by the accomplishments of our clients, upholding the highest level of client advocacy within the industry.

Who You’ll Work With

BCN Labs functions as a Center of Excellence (CoE) akin to a specialized R&D boutique startup within the Bain ecosystem. We specialize in delivering end-to-end data-driven solutions across various sectors and industries. Collaborating directly with other CoEs and Practices within Bain as part of the Expert Client Delivery system, we engage with teams globally. As business thought partners, our focus lies in leveraging analytical techniques and algorithms intelligently across diverse disciplines to construct exceptional solutions. Our ultimate objective is to establish a disruptive, high-impact, business-enabled analytical solutions delivery system across all verticals of Bain.

What You Will Do

We seek a dynamic candidate with experience in advanced analytics, possessing strong implementation skills and exposure to the mathematical underpinnings of analytical techniques and algorithms, to fill the Associate role within BCN Labs. The Associate is anticipated to excel in implementing data science techniques while also delving into the mathematical intricacies of statistical learning models. Typically, an Associate will manage client use-cases from end to end with oversight from a Project Leader or above. They should generate analytical insights from their implementation and modeling work, which can inform business decisions and drive impact.

The Associate is expected to:

  • Decompose analytical problems into manageable components for collaborative problem-solving.
  • Brainstorm potential models, algorithms, and implementation techniques with their team and leadership to devise optimal solutions.
  • Proactively experiment and code using various technologies/languages to ensure flawless implementations.
  • Possess structured communication skills and learn the consulting toolkit to translate analytical insights into business impacts.
  • Work on developing new products and solutions and experiment with data science techniques.

Associates are encouraged to seek out challenging problems, generate their own heuristics and ideas, and engage in brainstorming sessions with peers and managers. They should demonstrate a willingness to learn new techniques and approach problem-solving with an interdisciplinary mindset. Strong coding skills and the ability to write modular, functional code are essential.

About You

  • Bachelor's/Master's degree in a field related to analytics such as Statistics, Computer Science, Applied Mathematics, Economics, Operations Research, or Engineering.
  • For Bachelor's degree holders, a minimum of 2 years of work experience demonstrating implementation skills is required. For Master's degree holders, internship experience and a strong Master's thesis are expected.
  • Proficiency in Python and/or R, as well as SQL, is mandatory.
  • Some exposure to and expertise in statistical learning models is required.
  • (Good-to-have, but not necessary) Exposure to either AWS or Azure with some experience deploying Python-based solutions on cloud platforms, Airflow, Snowflake, PySpark, Git, Docker, etc.
  • Ability to thrive in a team-oriented environment with a collaborative approach to problem-solving, akin to a college/hostel-style working environment.
  • Ability to deliver data-driven projects effectively.

What Makes Us a Great Place to Work

We take pride in being consistently recognized as one of the world's best places to work, champions of diversity, and models of social responsibility. Currently ranked as the #1 consulting firm on Glassdoor’s Best Places to Work list, we have maintained a top-four position on Glassdoor's list for the last 12 years. We believe diversity, inclusion, and collaboration are essential in building extraordinary teams. We recruit individuals with exceptional talents, abilities, and potential, fostering an environment where you can realize your fullest potential both professionally and personally.

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