AI Scientist – Transportation & Logistics
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LocationBengaluru, Karnataka, India
Work modeon-site
Typefull-time
SenioritySenior
Experience6+ yrs
DepartmentEngineering
Company size201–500 people
PostedJul 12, 2026 · 3mo ago
Verified live6h ago
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PhD in Computer Science, Operations Research, Applied Math, or related quantitative field
6+ years of experience in AI/ML or optimization, or Supply Chain planning systems
Strong expertise in Python (NumPy, Pandas, PyTorch/TensorFlow)
Strong expertise in Optimization tools (Gurobi, CPLEX, OR-Tools)
Deep knowledge of Routing algorithms (VRP, shortest path, heuristics/metaheuristics)
Deep knowledge of Time-series forecasting and probabilistic modeling
Experience deploying models in production environments
Experience in transportation, logistics, or supply chain domain
Familiarity with Maritime shipping or fleet scheduling
Familiarity with Container logistics and repositioning problems
Experience with Reinforcement learning for dynamic decision-making
Experience with Digital twins and simulation systems
Knowledge of cloud platforms (GCP, AWS, Azure)
Experience with streaming data (Kafka, Spark)
Published in AI/ML/OR conferences (NeurIPS, ICML, INFORMS, etc.)
Skills
Python
NumPy
Pandas
PyTorch
TensorFlow
Gurobi
CPLEX
OR-Tools
GCP
AWS
Azure
Kafka
Spark
Who We Are & Why Join Us
Avathon is the leading Industrial AI autonomy platform, helping customers across heavy industries – energy, mining, manufacturing, aerospace, defense, and logistics – accelerate the journey toward autonomous operations. Our platform is built on a Computational Knowledge Graph foundation that contextualizes and connects operational data across siloed systems, bringing together time series, structured, unstructured, and machine vision data to power AI-driven applications in asset performance management, supply chain intelligence, visual AI, and global trade management. With capabilities spanning digital twins, normal behavior modeling, natural language processing, and computer vision, Avathon delivers real-time predictive intelligence and agentic decision-making at industrial scale.
Cutting-Edge AI Innovation – Join a team at the forefront of AI, developing groundbreaking solutions that shape the future. High-Growth Environment – Thrive in a fast-scaling startup where agility, collaboration, and rapid professional growth are the norm. Meaningful Impact – Work on AI-driven projects that drive real change across industries and improve lives.
Learn more at: avathon.com
About the Role
About Avathon
We’re hiring a AI Scientist (Transportation & Logistics) at Avathon — where AI meets the real world.
This is a high-impact role at the intersection of operations research, reinforcement learning, and large-scale data systems, focused on building intelligent solutions that transform transportation and logistics networks.
We are looking for an experienced AI Scientist to lead the design and deployment of advanced optimization and machine learning systems across complex transportation ecosystems. You will work on real-world challenges such as routing, scheduling, network optimization, demand forecasting, and asset utilization across multimodal logistics environments including FCL, LCL, FTL, LTL, intermodal, and maritime transportation.
This role offers the opportunity to drive innovation in vessel scheduling, container repositioning, fleet optimization, and dynamic routing, while collaborating closely with engineering, product, and operations teams to bring scalable AI solutions into production.
Key Responsibilities
AI/ML Model Development
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Design and implement advanced models for:
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Fleet optimization and capacity planning
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Vehicle routing and scheduling (VRP, TSP variants)
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Demand forecasting and optimization
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Apply reinforcement learning, optimization algorithms, and hybrid ML + OR approaches
Transportation Domain Solutions
Build solutions for:
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Maritime logistics (vessel scheduling, port operations)
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Container repositioning and imbalance optimization
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Truckload (FTL), less-than-truckload (LTL), and intermodal routing
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Incorporate real-world constraints (time windows, capacity, regulations, SLAs)
AI Engineering & Deployment
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Productionize models using scalable architectures (cloud-native, APIs)
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Collaborate with engineering teams to deploy AI solutions into production
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Ensure robustness, explainability, and monitoring of models
Data & Feature Engineering
Work with large-scale datasets:
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Shipment data, GPS/telematics, weather, port congestion, tariffs
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Build feature pipelines and data validation frameworks
Leadership & Strategy
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Lead AI initiatives and mentor junior scientists
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Translate business problems into AI solutions
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Partner with product, operations, and stakeholders to define roadmaps
Required Qualifications
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PhD in Computer Science, Operations Research, Applied Math, or related quantitative field
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6+ years of experience in AI/ML or optimization, or Supply Chain planning systems
Strong expertise in:
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Python (NumPy, Pandas, PyTorch/TensorFlow)
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Optimization tools (Gurobi, CPLEX, OR-Tools)
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Deep knowledge of:
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Routing algorithms (VRP, shortest path, heuristics/metaheuristics)
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Time-series forecasting and probabilistic modeling
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Experience deploying models in production environments
Preferred Qualifications
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Experience in transportation, logistics, or supply chain domain
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Familiarity with Maritime shipping or fleet scheduling
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Container logistics and repositioning problems
Experience with:
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Reinforcement learning for dynamic decision-making
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Digital twins and simulation systems
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Knowledge of cloud platforms (GCP, AWS, Azure)
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Experience with streaming data (Kafka, Spark)
Key Skills
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Optimization + Machine Learning hybrid modeling
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Strong problem-solving and mathematical modeling skills
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Ability to handle ambiguous, real-world constraints
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Communication skills to explain complex models to business stakeholders
Publications / Patents:
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Strong plus if you have published in AI/ML/OR conferences (NeurIPS, ICML, INFORMS, etc.)
Interview Process
As part of the interview process, you will be asked to complete a technical assessment. Expect atleast two-three rounds of Technical interviewing rounds and one onsite round.
Legal
Contract and temporary roles are not eligible for the above benefits.
Location: This role is not remote. Candidates must be based in Bengaluru and are expected to report to our office 5 days a week.
Avathon is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, genetic information, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected category under applicable federal, state, and local laws.
Avathon is committed to providing reasonable accommodations throughout the recruiting process. If you need a reasonable accommodation, please contact us to discuss how we can assist you.