Data Scientist

About the job

Are you passionate about AI and eager to work on groundbreaking projects

Do you want to be part of a high-impact team in a fast-growing AI startup Do you thrive in a dynamic environment, collaborating with industry leaders and building state-of-the-art AI solutions Heres your chance!

????? About the Role

As a Data Scientist at XLSCOUT, you will be working with cutting-edge AI technologies to revolutionize IP and R&D intelligence. Youll develop and deploy Natural Language Processing (NLP) solutions for analyzing large-scale text data and contribute to our AI-driven patent analytics platform.

Your Responsibilities

• Develop machine learning and deep learning models for NLP-based text analysis.
• Work on sequence models such as RNN, LSTM, GRU, and transformers (BERT, GPT).
• Implement text preprocessing techniques (tokenization, POS tagging, parsing, embeddings).
• Research and fine-tune open-source LLMs like LLaMA 2, Mistral, and Falcon for AI applications.
• Deploy models on AWS/GCP and integrate with cloud-based AI solutions.
• Collaborate with engineers, data scientists, and domain experts to improve AI-driven patent research.

???? About XLSCOUT

XLSCOUT headquartered in Toronto, Canada, is a leading AI-powered IP intelligence platform. We leverage Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, and Big Data Analytics to analyze 100M+ technology documents across 90+ countries. Our mission is to empower IP and R&D teams worldwide through cutting-edge NLP technologies.

???? Who Youll Work With

Join a team of experts, innovators, and AI enthusiasts dedicated to transforming intellectual property research with cutting-edge AI solutions.

Jitin Talwar Founder & AI/IP Expert

Jitin is a visionary leader in AI-driven IP intelligence. He is a Chevening Gurukul Fellow from the University of Oxford - where he gained advanced insights into business strategy, innovation, and emerging technologies. With a diverse academic background spanning engineering, law, and business, he began his journey in engineering at Punjab Engineering College. He later pursued an LL.B. from Panjab University, specializing in patent law and technology commercialization. Jitins passion for leveraging AI in the legal and IP domain led him to establish XLSCOUT, where he has pioneered the integration of AI and NLP in patent analytics empowering businesses globally to accelerate innovation and streamline IP research.

Sandeep Singh Kohli AI & Data Science Leader

Sandeep is a seasoned AI researcher and data scientist specializing in Natural Language Processing (NLP) and Deep Learning. He completed a program in AI from the University of Toronto, gaining expertise in Machine Learning, NLP, Reinforcement Learning, and LLMs, and holds a Design Thinking certificate from the Indian School of Business (ISB). He also holds a B.Tech degree from Kurukshetra University and a PG Diploma in Patent Law from NALSAR University.

At XLSCOUT, Sandeep leverages this diverse background to build AI-driven patent intelligence solutions that support global R&D teams in making faster, data-informed innovation decisions.

Hongyi Ding AI Research & Innovation

Hongyi is an AI researcher specializing in large language models (LLMs), deep learning, and computational linguistics. He earned his Master of Science in Applied Computing (Data Science concentration) from the University of Toronto and holds an Honours degree in Mathematics and Statistics Co-op from McMaster University, where he received accolades including the French Government Book Prize and the Provosts Honour Roll Medal for academic excellence.

At XLSCOUT, he leads the research and development of advanced NLP models, driving innovation in patent search and IP analytics. His work in LLM fine-tuning and AI ethics ensures the delivery of high-performance, responsible AI solutions.

???? Who You Are

We are looking for a driven, high-energy AI professional who thrives in fast-paced environments. If youre passionate about AI, NLP, and deep learning, this role is for you.

?You love innovation You are always eager to experiment with new AI/ML models.

? You thrive in fast-paced environments You enjoy building and shipping AI products at scale.

? You take ownership Youre an independent problem solver who owns projects from start to finish.

????? What You Bring

Must Haves

• Strong programming skills in Python.
• Solid understanding of machine learning algorithms.
• Hands-on experience in NLP techniques, including document classification, topic modeling, clustering, keyword extraction.
• Experience with deep learning models (GRU, RNN, LSTM) and familiarity with advanced NLP models like BERT, GPT.
• Knowledge of text preprocessing techniques (Tokenization, POS tagging, etc.).
• Familiarity with PyTorch and/or TensorFlow for deep learning.
• Exposure to model deployment on cloud platforms like AWS/GCP.
• Proficiency in Flask for developing software applications.
• Knowledge of open-source LLMs (LLaMA 2, Mistral, etc.), with fine-tuning expertise for specific applications.

Preferred Haves:

• BE/B.Tech in any discipline.
• Ability to solve problems related to patent searches and construction.
• Strong communication skills.
• Understanding of technical invention disclosures.

Nice To Haves:

• Experience in working with AI-based products and startups.
• Exposure to advanced AI technologies in NLP and deep learning.
• Previous experience with cloud infrastructure and model deployment.

???? What We Offer

???? Competitive total compensation (Base + Performance incentives).

????Equity ownership Take part in XLSCOUTs success and growth.

????Opportunity to work with a world-class AI team building industry-defining products.

????A fast-growing, dynamic environment where you can make a real impact.

???? Ready to be part of the future of AI-driven IP research Apply now and join the revolution!