Principal Data Scientist | Remote | GovTech Startup

Bangalore Permanent Work from Home or Hybrid View Job Description
The Principal Data Scientist will design, build, and optimize advanced NLP, computer vision, and LLM‑powered systems that automate permitting and regulatory workflows for a leading GovTech platform. The role combines deep technical ownership with strategic leadership, driving AI innovation that directly shapes product direction and government efficiency at scale.
  • Opportunity to Build Foundational AI Systems in a High‑Impact GovTech Startup
  • Strategic Leadership + Technical Ownership in a Fast‑Scaling Startup

About Our Client

Client is a fast‑growing US headquartered GovTech startup modernizing how government agencies review and approve permits through AI‑powered automation. Their platform uses NLP, computer vision, and machine learning to interpret regulations and streamline complex plan review workflows. They help government departments improve efficiency, accuracy, and overall applicant experience.

Job Description

  • Design, train, and optimize advanced NLP, computer vision, and LLM‑based models for automating permitting and regulatory workflows.
  • Build AI systems that interpret building codes, zoning rules, and permit documents at scale.
  • Develop computer vision pipelines for processing architectural drawings, PDFs, and scanned documents.
  • Collaborate with engineering and MLOps teams to deploy models into secure, scalable production environments.
  • Define performance metrics and implement CI/CD + MLOps pipelines for continuous training, evaluation, and monitoring.
  • Experiment with cutting‑edge techniques such as RAG, embeddings, and multimodal AI.
  • Translate complex regulatory requirements into accurate, reliable AI workflows.
  • Drive innovation and provide strategic technical leadership in a fast‑scaling startup.

The Successful Applicant

  • 8+ years of strong experience in AI/ML engineering with proven end‑to‑end model development.
  • Deep expertise in NLP, transformers, embeddings, RAG, and Computer Vision/OCR.
  • Hands‑on experience fine‑tuning and deploying LLMs in production environments.
  • Proficiency in Python and deep learning frameworks like TensorFlow and PyTorch.
  • Strong familiarity with MLOps tools (Docker, Kubernetes, CI/CD, model monitoring).
  • Excellent problem‑solving skills and comfort working in fast‑paced, iterative start-up environments.
  • Bonus: Experience with regulatory, compliance, or permitting datasets.

What's on Offer

  • A strategic, high‑impact role that shapes the future of AI‑powered automation in the GovTech space.
  • End‑to‑end ownership and the opportunity to define core AI architecture, direction, and innovation.
  • A fast‑scaling startup environment with strong leadership support and cross‑functional collaboration.
  • Freedom to experiment with cutting‑edge AI/ML techniques including LLMs, RAG, multimodal models, and advanced CV.
  • Growth opportunities, leadership visibility, and flexibility to work remotely with work‑life balance.
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Job summary

Function
Analytics
Sub Sector
Machine Learning
What is your area of specialisation?
Technology & Telecoms
Location
Bangalore
Job Type
Permanent
Job Reference
JN-032026-6969570
Work from Home
Work from Home or Hybrid

Diversity & Inclusion at Michael Page

We don't just accept difference - we celebrate it. We encourage applicants from all backgrounds to apply for this role and are committed to building inclusive, diverse workplaces where everyone can thrive. If you require any support or reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know.