Data Scientist

, India

Job Family Group:

Research and Development

Worker Type:

Regular

Posting Start Date:

April 28, 2026

Business Unit:

Finance

Experience Level:

Experienced Professionals

Job Description:

What’s the role

• Controller and Finance Operations- Commercial Data Science Team is tasked with delivering tangible value to business units globally across Shell through data-driven decision making.
• This position is based in Shell Centre Chennai office with the primary responsibility to work on data science projects in Shell Energy & T&S PDS projects.
• Incumbent will be responsible for executing analytics projects using range of cloud technologies, collaborating with different stakeholders in Finance, Risk, Business and IT as well as supporting the implementation of insights to realize tangible commercial value for Shell.  
• The ideal candidate has strong background in quantitative skills (like statistics, mathematics, advanced computing, machine learning), domain expertise in relevant business areas will be an advantage.

What you’ll be doing

• Collaborate effectively with stakeholders and experts from various geographies and disciplines.
• Analyze diverse data sets related to Shell Energy, Finance, Risk and contribute to generate commercial value to Shell
• Assess, identify data gaps, establish, and enforce data quality and documentation standards, as well as controls across reporting and audit analytics solutions.
• Work with engineering and research teams on designing, building, and deploying data analysis systems for large data sets and extracting meaningful insights for Business.
• Articulate insights and recommendations from data analysis in a business-friendly language using impactful visualization techniques.
• Assist team lead and portfolio manager to identify project problems, challenges or risks that could lower the value generation.

What you bring

• At least 5-8 years of working experience
• Significant experience in analytics or research role
• Degree in Management, Mathematics, Statistics, Engineering, Economics, Quantitative Finance, etc. Post Graduation is a plus.
• Experienced in Machine learning techniques: Linear regression, Logistic Regression, Decision Trees, Random Forest, Gradient boosting, Neural Networks, Deep Learning, Support Vector Machines, Clustering, Hierarchical Models, Bayesian Modelling, Feature Reduction / engineering, Anomaly detection.
• Statistics / Mathematics: Hypothesis testing, Univariate / Multivariate Analysis, Cluster Analysis, Classification/PCA, Factor Analysis, Time Series, DoE, distribution / probability theory, Causal Inference.
• GenAI application: Build effective RAG systems, Agents, Multi-Agent Systems. Skilled in prompt engineering techniques.
• Computer Science: Functional Programming, Object Oriented Programming, System Design, SOLID Principles, Design Patterns, Version Control (Git)
• Strong experience in the following
• Strong experience in SQL, Python
• Visualization – PowerBI, Qliksense
• Databricks, Github experience
• Exposure to data quality, Data validation techniques.
• Strong experience in proactively identifying data defects, inconsistencies, and breaks; partner with Technology teams to drive prioritization and resolution Skilled in Exploratory data analysis.
• P&L Analysis: Conduct comprehensive reviews of profit and loss drivers, summarizing key drivers and generate automated commentary.
• Forecasting: Forecast P&L and working capital using predictive analytics.
• Variance Analysis: Identify and explain deviations between actual results and forecasted figures, highlighting key contributing factors.
• Scenario Planning & Stress Testing: Evaluate exposures, P&L fluctuations and liquidity positions under various stressed market conditions to assess resilience.
• Financial Process(AR/AP): Skilled in identifying process gaps, implementing improvements, ensuring data integrity, and supporting automation or analytics initiatives to enhance operational efficiency and financial transparency.
• Work with Lead and Manager to accurately assess different business use cases and then break them down into smaller problems  
• Estimate effort involved in projects and be comfortable to work in an agile environment.
• Follow & uphold Computer Science & Engineering(Data Science) guidelines, Technical Audit guidance for all projects
• Have an entrepreneurial approach towards helping a growing pool of stakeholders understand value from data science approaches for Shell Energy & T&S Process Data Systems.
• Fluent in communicating (verbal and written) with other data science team members and global stakeholders who could be from diverse engineering, business & Finance backgrounds.
• Ability to articulate the assumptions, risks, and upsides of the analysis recommendations.
• Understand business KPI's, frameworks and drivers for performance.
• Remain engaged with stakeholders and be resilient in the face of delays, setbacks, and ambiguity.
• Proactively voices insights and concerns, and takes responsibility for resolving assigned problems
• Ability to anticipate challenges, risks and proactively seeking guidance from senior portfolio managers when necessary.
• Effectively communicates the strengths and limitations of proposed solutions in stakeholder‑friendly terms to support informed decision‑making.
• Learner Mindset – look for challenges, speak up, learn from failures and setback.

What we offer

You bring your skills and experience to Shell and in return you work with talented, committed people on one of the most important challenges facing our planet. You’ll have the opportunity to develop the skills you need to grow in an environment where we value honesty, integrity, and respect for one another. You’ll be able to balance your priorities as you become the best version of yourself.

• Progress as a person as we work on the energy transition together.
• Continuously grow the transferable skills you need to get ahead.
• Work at the forefront of technology, trends, and practices.
• Collaborate with experienced colleagues with unique expertise.
• Achieve your balance in a values-led culture that encourages you to be the best version of yourself.
• Join an organisation working to become one of the most diverse and inclusive in the world. We strongly encourage applicants of all genders, ages, ethnicities, cultures, abilities, sexual orientation, and life experiences to apply.
• Grow as you progress through diverse career opportunities in national and
• international teams.
• Gain access to a wide range of training and development programmes.

An Inclusive & Progressive Place to Work 

• To power progress together, we need to attract and develop the brightest minds and make sure every voice is heard. Here are just some of the ways we’re nurturing an inclusive environment – one where you can express your ideas, extend your skills, and reach your potential.
• We’re creating a space where people with disabilities can excel through transparent recruitment process, workplace adjustments and ongoing support in their roles. Feel free to let us know about your circumstances when you apply, and we’ll take it from there.
• We’re closing the gender gap – whether that’s through action on equal pay or by enabling more women to reach senior roles in engineering and technology.
• We’re striving to be a pioneer of an inclusive and diverse workplace, promoting equality for employees regardless of sexual orientation or gender identity.

Shell in India

Shell is a diversified energy company in India with 13,000 employees, and presence in Integrated Gas, Downstream, Power, Renewable and Upstream. Additionally, we have deep capabilities in R&D, digitalisation, and business operations.

Our global strategy, Powering Progress, is designed to generate value for our shareholders, customers, and the wider society, and focuses on creating more value with less emissions. The strategy supports our purpose of providing more and cleaner energy solutions, with the aim of profitably transforming Shell into a net-zero emissions energy business by 2050. As India moves towards its target of net-zero emissions by 2070, Shell India aims to play a leading role in securing vital energy for today, while investing in, and helping to build, the energy system of the future through strategic investments in the country.

Our Lubricants business serves over 50,000 consumers through a strong network of over 200 distributors, and operates an end-to-end value chain that spans conceptualization, development, and production at a world-class blending plant at Taloja. Through our 350-plus retail stations, we offer an integrated mobility experience including fuels, cafes, and convenience stores, with a prominent network of EV recharging facilities.

Shell owns and operates a LNG re-gasification terminal at Hazira, Surat, with a capacity of 5 MTPA and a LNG truck-loading unit that plays a crucial role in helping meet India’s growing demand for gas across sectors. In 2022, Shell acquired Sprng Energy in a $1.55 billion deal to build an integrated energy transition business in the country. Sprng is a leading renewable energy company in India which develops and manages solar, wind, and hybrid power generation facilities and infrastructure.

Our three capability centres across Bangalore and Chennai serve as a technology and innovation powerhouse for Shell globally, working as a delivery engine for core technical, digital, and finance processes: pioneering digital innovation and cutting-edge technologies across the energy sector. We also have strong academic partnerships and collaborations with leading universities and technology institutes to accelerate decarbonization efforts within the energy sector.

We are committed to positively contributing to the communities in which we operate through programmes on STEM Education, Skilling, and Livelihood across India. We nurture and invest in startups developing initiatives focused on accelerating energy innovation through programs such as Shell E4 and Shell Eco-marathon. We also have strategic investments in new energy companies such as Husk Power, d.light, Orb Energy, and Cleantech Solar.

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