Principal Data Scientist – Pricing Intelligence

Ola's Data Science team is hiring a Principal Data Scientist to lead dynamic pricing and demand forecasting models that determine fares for millions of rides daily across 250+ Indian cities.

You will define the scientific roadmap for pricing, manage a team of 5 data scientists, and influence pricing strategy at the board level through data-driven insights.

• Define and lead pricing ML research agenda
• Build and deploy dynamic surge pricing and demand forecasting models
• Manage and mentor a team of 5 data scientists
• Present pricing strategy insights to CEO and leadership
• Collaborate with product and operations on pricing experiments
• Ensure model fairness and regulatory compliance

• 8+ years data science with 3+ years senior/principal level
• Expert pricing models, demand forecasting, and causal inference
• Python, R, and large-scale Spark data processing
• Reinforcement learning and contextual bandits experience
• Strong ability to influence non-technical C-suite stakeholders
• PhD in Statistics, Operations Research, or CS preferred