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Data Scientist

Kantiv

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  • 6 LPA
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About the role

Kantiv is a fast‑growing technology firm that focuses on building AI‑driven solutions for businesses across sectors such as finance, healthcare, and e‑commerce. Founded by a group of seasoned data engineers and scientists, the company has quickly established a reputation for delivering high‑impact analytics platforms that help clients turn raw data into actionable insights. With a collaborative culture that encourages experimentation and continuous learning, Kantiv invests heavily in research, open‑source contributions, and employee upskilling, making it an attractive destination for early‑career professionals looking to make a mark in data science. As a Data Scientist at Kantiv, you will be part of a dynamic team that designs, develops, and deploys machine‑learning models to solve real‑world business problems. You will work closely with product managers, data engineers, and domain experts to understand requirements, translate them into analytical solutions, and ensure that models are production‑ready and scalable. The role offers exposure to the entire data pipelineβ€”from data ingestion and cleaning to model monitoring and performance tuningβ€”providing a holistic view of the data science lifecycle. Key Responsibilities: 1. Collect, clean, and preprocess large structured and unstructured datasets from multiple sources. 2. Conduct exploratory data analysis to uncover patterns, trends, and anomalies. 3. Build, train, and validate predictive and classification models using statistical and machine‑learning techniques. 4. Deploy models into production environments using APIs or cloud services and monitor their performance. 5. Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to integrate model outputs into business workflows and dashboards. 6. Write clear documentation and present findings to both technical and non‑technical stakeholders. 7. Stay updated with the latest research in AI/ML and propose innovative solutions to improve existing products. 8. Participate in code reviews, contribute to shared codebases, and ensure adherence to best coding practices. 9. Assist in building data pipelines and feature stores to support model training and inference. 10. Mentor interns and junior analysts, fostering a culture of knowledge sharing. Tech Stack: Python, R, SQL, Pandas, NumPy, Scikit‑learn, TensorFlow/PyTorch, Docker, Kubernetes, AWS/GCP, Git, Tableau/PowerBI. Growth Path: Starting as an early‑career Data Scientist, you can progress to Senior Data Scientist, Lead Data Scientist, and eventually Head of Analytics or AI. Kantiv encourages internal mobility, offering opportunities to move into product management, data engineering, or research roles based on interests and performance. Why Join Kantiv? The company offers a fully remote work model, flexible hours, and a supportive environment that values curiosity and impact. Employees receive competitive compensation, regular learning stipends, and access to mentorship from industry veterans. If you are passionate about turning data into strategic advantage and want to grow in a cutting‑edge AI ecosystem, Kantiv provides the platform to accelerate your career.

Eligibility & process

Who can apply

Graduates (B.Tech/B.E., B.Sc., B.Com, BCA, M.Tech, MSc) in Computer Science, Information Technology, Statistics, Mathematics, or related fields. Minimum 60% aggregate (or CGPA 6.0/10). Batch years 2025‑2027. No active backlogs at the time of joining. Strong analytical mindset and willingness to learn.

Skills & stack

Python R SQL Machine Learning Statistics Data Visualization Pandas NumPy Scikit-learn TensorFlow PyTorch Git Docker

Selection process

  1. Round 1: Online Aptitude Test
  2. Round 2: Technical Interview (ML concepts, coding, case studies)
  3. Round 3: HR Interview

Prep kit

20 resources
Study material 4
Company-specific guides 4
Likely coding questions 4
Round-wise strategy 4
Round 1: Online Assessment (OA) Aptitude, Quantitative Logic & 2 Coding Problems Focus on accuracy and speed. Practice arrays, strings, and standard arithmetic puzzles.
Round 2: Technical Interview 1 Core Tech Stack (Python, R, SQL, Machine Learning, Statistics, Data Visualization, Pandas, NumPy, Scikit-learn, TensorFlow, PyTorch, Git, Docker) & Live Code Tracing Explain your thought process aloud. Analyze time & space complexities before coding.
Round 3: System Design & Problem Solving Database Schemas, APIs & Architecture Basics Clarify edge cases, diagram schemas cleanly, and discuss scalability trade-offs.
Round 4: HR & Cultural Fit Discussion Kantiv Core Values, Learning Agility & Offer Terms Demonstrate passion, strong communication, and readiness for full-time collaboration.
Technical questions 5
What is the difference between WHERE and HAVING clauses in SQL? Answer
Model answer: WHERE filters rows before any groupings are applied, while HAVING filters aggregated groups after GROUP BY has executed.
Explain SQL Window functions: ROW_NUMBER(), RANK(), and DENSE_RANK(). Answer
Model answer: ROW_NUMBER() assigns unique sequential integers. RANK() assigns identical ranks to ties and skips ranks. DENSE_RANK() assigns identical ranks to ties without skipping rank numbers.
How do you handle NULL and missing values during data cleaning in Python/Pandas? Answer
Model answer: Use .isna().sum() to identify missing values. Impute with mean/median using .fillna() or remove with .dropna(subset=[...]) depending on variance impact.
What is the difference between Star Schema and Snowflake Schema in Data Warehousing? Answer
Model answer: Star Schema has denormalized dimension tables directly connected to the central Fact table. Snowflake Schema normalizes dimension tables into sub-dimensions to minimize redundancy.
How do you calculate MoM (Month-over-Month) growth in SQL? Answer
Model answer: Use LAG(revenue, 1) OVER (ORDER BY month) to fetch the previous month's revenue and compute (revenue - prev_revenue) / prev_revenue * 100.
Behavioural & HR questions 3
Why do you want to join Kantiv as a Data Scientist?
Highlight Kantiv's market reputation, recent tech innovations, and how your skills in Python directly solve their team's objectives.
Describe a challenging bug or academic project roadblock and how you resolved it.
Use the STAR method: Situation (project context), Task (what needed solving), Action (specific tools/logic applied), Result (quantifiable positive outcome).
How do you handle strict deadlines or sudden scope changes?
Explain your prioritization strategy, proactive communication with mentors/peers, and agile mindset.
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