Data Scientist (Lead)

WILLIAMS-SONOMA INDIA
JOB DESCRIPTION
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Work Location : Pune, India
Job Title : Data Scientist
Business Unit : WSI Corporate Technology, Pune

Position Overview:
We are seeking a talented Mid-Level Data Scientist to join our dynamic team. The ideal 
candidate will have a strong analytical background and the ability to translate complex data into 
actionable insights. This role involves collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance our 
data-driven decision-making processes, particularly within the retail sector.
 

Responsibilities include:
 

• Analyse large datasets to identify trends, patterns, and insights that drive business strategy.
• Develop and implement predictive models and statistical analyses to inform decisionmaking.
• Conduct strong exploratory data analysis (EDA) to uncover stories within the data and 
effectively communicate findings to a wider audience.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to define data requirements and deliver analytical solutions.
• Visualize data and present findings to non-technical audiences in a clear and compelling 
manner.
• Identify patterns, issues, and augmentation techniques in data to provide ML engineers with 
the necessary information for building AI/ML models.
• Participate in the design and development of data pipelines using Spark and other big data 
technologies Monitor and maintain the performance of deployed models and analytics 
solutions.
• Stay updated on industry trends and best practices in data science and big data 
technologies.
 

Qualifications:
 

• Bachelor’s degree in Data Science, Computer Science, Statistics, or a related field; 
Master’s degree is a plus.
• 3-5 years of experience in data science or a related role.
• Proficiency in programming languages such as Python, NumPy, Scikit-learn, 
TensorFlow, PyTorch, or Scala.
• Experience with big data technologies (., Hadoop, Spark).
• Strong understanding of statistical models and machine learning techniques.
• Strong exploratory data analysis (EDA) capabilities with a knack for storytelling through 
data.
• Experience in the retail sector is highly desirable.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Strong communication skills, with the ability to convey complex information effectively.
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About Us
Founded in 1956, Williams-Sonoma Inc. is the premier specialty retailer of high-quality products for the kitchen 
and home in the United States. Today, Williams-Sonoma, Inc. is one of the United States' largest e-commerce 
retailers with some of the best known and most beloved brands in home furnishings. Our family of brands are
Williams-Sonoma, Pottery Barn, Pottery Barn Kids, Pottery Barn Teens, West Elm, Williams-Sonoma Home, 
Rejuvenation, GreenRow and Mark and Graham. We currently operate retail stores globally. Our products are 
also available to customers through our catalogs and online worldwide.
Williams-Sonoma has established a technology center in Pune, India to enhance its global operations. The India Technology Center serves as a critical hub for innovation and focuses on developing cutting-edge solutions in areas such as e-commerce, supply chain optimization, and customer experience management. By integrating advanced technologies like artificial intelligence, data analytics, and machine learning, the India Technology Center plays a crucial role in accelerating Williams-Sonoma's growth and maintaining its competitive edge in the 
global market