Manager-Data Science · Chennai
COGNIZANT · COGNIZANT TECHNOLOGY SOLUTIONS INDIAPRIVATE LIMITED
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Manager-Data Science
Job Role
Data Science Manager
Department
AI, ML and Data Analytics
Job Type
Fulltime
Salary
Not disclosed
Experience
6–10 years
Job Location
Chennai
Education
Bachelor's Degree
Posted by
COGNIZANT TECHNOLOGY SOLUTIONS INDIAPRIVATE LIMITED
Posted On
13 Aug 2026
Valid until
12 Oct 2026
Skillset required
Job Description for Manager-Data Science
A role-focused description with responsibilities, expectations, and qualifications for this opening.
Manager-Data Science is a delivery-focused opportunity based in Chennai, India.
Lead and mentor a team of data scientists in Chennai delivering advanced analytics and machine learning solutions. Drive engineering excellence and support client project delivery within Technology & Engineering.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead and mentor a team of data scientists in Chennai delivering advanced analytics and machine learning solutions
- Drive engineering excellence and support client project delivery within Technology & Engineering
- Own core deliverables associated with the Manager-Data Science role and execute them with strong accountability.
- Collaborate with cross-functional stakeholders to move work from planning through completion.
- Translate goals into clear actions, priorities, and day-to-day execution plans.
- Track progress closely and surface blockers before they affect outcomes.
- Apply sound judgment to maintain quality, consistency, and timely delivery.
- Create and maintain documentation, updates, or reporting that keeps stakeholders aligned.
- Identify process gaps and recommend practical improvements based on observed friction.
- Balance multiple priorities while keeping commitments visible and manageable.
- Support problem-solving across routine work and higher-priority escalations as needed.
- Bring structure, follow-through, and clarity to ambiguous or evolving workstreams.
Preferred Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree or equivalent practical experience in a relevant field.
- Strong communication and stakeholder-management skills.
- Ability to organize work clearly, prioritize effectively, and deliver with consistency.
- Strong problem-solving ability with attention to detail and quality.
- Comfort collaborating across teams while maintaining personal accountability.
- A proactive mindset focused on ownership, execution, and continuous improvement.
Applications should be submitted through the listed apply link.
About this opening
COGNIZANT is hiring a Data Science Manager in the AI, ML and Data Analytics team based in Chennai.
This role is fulltime, flexible, 6–10 years experience—matched against UnoJobs' verified employer data.
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- Role
- Data Science Manager
- Department
- AI, ML and Data Analytics
- Location
- Chennai
- Work mode
- Flexible
- Experience
- 6–10 years
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