Data Scientist

At Franklin Templeton, we’re driving our industry forward by developing new and innovative ways to help our clients achieve their investment goals. Our dynamic and diversified firm spans asset management, wealth management, and fintech, offering many ways to help investors make progress toward their goals. Our talented teams working around the globe bring expertise that’s both broad and unique. From our welcoming, inclusive, and flexible culture to our global and diverse business, we offer opportunities not only to help you reach your potential but also to contribute to our clients’ achievements.

Come join us in delivering better outcomes for our clients around the world!

About the Department:

• Our Data Science team drives innovation in investment management by applying Data Science, ML and AI to optimize portfolio strategies and manage risk. We collaborate closely with portfolio managers, research analysts, and technology experts to deliver actionable insights. Joining us means working in a dynamic, intellectually stimulating environment where you’ll shape data-driven decisions and grow your expertise in both finance and cutting-edge technology.

  
  
  

You will:

• Develop predictive models for portfolio optimization and scenario analysis.

  
  
  

• Apply machine learning to forecast macro and market trends, and credit risk.

  
  
  

• Work with large-scale financial datasets from multiple sources.

  
  
  

• Build ML and AI dashboards and visualization tools for investment teams.

  
  
  

• Implement natural language processing and AI for research automation.

  
  
  

• Collaborate with portfolio managers and technology teams to deliver analytical solutions.

  
  
  

Education & Certifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or Master’s/Ph.D. in data science or related field.

  
  
  

• CFA, CQF, or FRM certification is a plus.

  
  
  

Experience:

• 2+ years in data science roles.

  
  
  

• Background in financial services or investment management preferred.

  
  
  

Technical Skills:

• Proficiency in Python, R, and SQL.

  
  
  

• Experience with MLOps principles and ML pipeline automation.

  
  
  

• Hands-on work with generative AI and agent-based frameworks.

  
  
  

• Knowledge of time-series modeling and portfolio optimization algorithms.

  
  
  

Job Level - Individual Contributor

Work Shift Timings - 2:00 PM - 11:00 PM IST

Experience our welcoming culture and reach your professional and personal potential!

Our culture is shaped by our diverse global workforce and strongly held core values. Regardless of your interests, lifestyle, or background, there’s a place for you at Franklin Templeton. We provide employees with the tools, resources, and learning opportunities to help them excel in their career and personal life.

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By joining us, you will become part of a culture that focuses on employee well-being and provides multidimensional support for a positive and healthy lifestyle. We understand that benefits are at the core of employee well-being and may vary depending on individual needs. Whether you need support for maintaining your physical and mental health, saving for life’s adventures, taking care of your family members, or making a positive impact in your community, we aim to have them covered.  

Highlights of our benefits include:

• Professional development growth opportunities through in-house classes and over 150 Web-based training courses

  
  
  

• An educational assistance program to financially help employees seeking continuing education

  
  
  

• Medical, Life and Personal Accident Insurance benefit for employees. Medical insurance also cover employee’s dependents (spouses, children and dependent parents)

  
  
  

• Life insurance for protection of employees’ families

  
  
  

• Personal accident insurance for protection of employees and their families

  
  
  

• Personal loan assistance

  
  
  

• Employee Stock Investment Plan (ESIP)

  
  
  

• 12 weeks Paternity leave

  
  
  

• Onsite fitness center, recreation center, and cafeteria

  
  
  

• Transport facility

  
  
  

• Child day care facility for women employees

  
  
  

• Cricket grounds and gymnasium

  
  
  

• Library

  
  
  

• Health Center with doctor availability

  
  
  

• HDFC ATM on the campus

  
  
  

Learn more about the wide range of benefits we offer at Franklin Templeton

Franklin Templeton is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and existing employees, and we evaluate qualified applicants without regard to ancestry, age, color, disability, genetic information, gender, gender identity, or gender expression, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, and any other basis protected by federal, state, or local law, ordinance, or regulation. 
 
Franklin Templeton is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive environment. If you believe that you need an accommodation or adjustment to search for or apply for one of our positions, please send an email to accommodations@franklintempleton.com. In your email, please include the accommodation or adjustment you are requesting, the job title, and the job number you are applying for. It may take up to three business days to receive a response to your request. Please note that only accommodation requests will receive a response.