The D. E. Shaw Group

Junior Data Scientist

Job · Full-timeIn OfficeBelagavi, Karnataka0–2 years3 openingsImmediate / Rolling

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About this role

The D. E. Shaw Group is hiring a Junior Data Scientist in Belagavi. This is an entry-level, full-time opportunity for freshers and early-career professionals ready to grow with a supportive, fast-moving team. As a Junior Data Scientist, you will work alongside experienced professionals on real…

Skills you'll use

PythonMachine LearningSQLPandasStatisticsScikit-learnData VisualizationNumPy

What you'll do

Build and evaluate ML models
Clean, explore and engineer features from data
Translate business problems into models
Communicate results to stakeholders
Collaborate with the team, document your work and act on feedback

Who can apply

Bachelor’s degree / diploma in a relevant field (freshers welcome)
Working knowledge of Python, Machine Learning, SQL, Pandas
0–2 years of experience (fresh graduates encouraged to apply)
Strong communication, ownership and a problem-solving mindset
Based in or willing to relocate to Belagavi, Karnataka (or remote where applicable)

Perks & benefits

Competitive salaryPerformance incentivesHealth insuranceStructured onboarding & mentorshipLearning & certification supportClear career growth & internal mobility

Interview & selection process

4 rounds — typical selection flow for this role:

1Application Screening — the The D. E. Shaw Group recruitment team reviews your resume, skills and (where relevant) projects/portfolio for fit with the Junior Data Scientist role in Belagavi.
2Online Assessment — a timed test covering fundamentals, problem solving and basic Python/Machine Learning/SQL questions.
3Technical / Functional Interview — a discussion of your skills, past work and a hands-on round relevant to Junior Data Scientist.
4Second Interview — a deeper discussion with the team lead / hiring manager on real scenarios and problem solving.
5HR Discussion — a conversation about your goals, availability, expectations and the offer with The D. E. Shaw Group.

About The D. E. Shaw Group

The D. E. Shaw Group is a financial services and technology organisation with an active presence in India and a track record of hiring and developing young talent. The team believes the best way to grow people is by doing real work, so new joiners are given genuine ownership from the…

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