Tiger Analytics is global analytics consulting firm. With data and technology at the core of our solutions, we are solving some of the toughest problems out there. Our culture is modelled around expertise and mutual respect with a team first mindset.

Working at Tiger, you’ll be at the heart of this AI revolution. You’ll work with teams that push the boundaries of what-is-possible and build solutions that energize and inspire. We are headquartered in the Silicon Valley and have our delivery centres across the globe. The below role is for our Chennai, Bangalore & Hyderabad office.

As a Principal Nautical Expert (Master Mariner), you will serve as the critical operational liaison between our global fleet and

the Digital Twin/Analytics project team. You will be the ultimate guardian of navigational integrity, ensuring that complex

analytical models particularly in voyage and weather re-routing are operationally sound, safe, and commercially viable.

If you are looking for an entrepreneurial environment and are passionate about working on unstructured business problems

that can be solved using data, we would like to talk to you. Your key responsibilities will include:

 Voyage & Routing Integrity: Act as the SME to validate weather re-routing algorithms, applying real-world knowledge

of ship handling, seakeeping, and navigational constraints (TSS, piracy zones, etc.) to ensure model outputs are

actionable for Masters.

 Digital Twin Validation: Provide expert feedback on container vessel Digital Twins, using VDR and high-frequency

sensor data to ensure performance predictions (fuel, speed, ETA) reflect actual sea conditions and loading states.

 Operational Analytics & Training: Define critical data points for model calibration and design change management

programs to help bridge teams integrate digital tools into their professional judgment.

 Safety & Compliance Leadership: Ensure all optimization models strictly adhere to international regulations (SOLAS,

MARPOL, ISM Code) and lead operational risk assessments for all new digital navigational tools.

Duration: This is a fixed-term contractual role available from Mid-April through the end of August.

Commitment: Part-time engagement requiring a 5-hour daily commitment.

Required Skills, Competencies & Experience:

 Maritime Certification: Mandatory Certificate of Competency (CoC) as a Master Mariner

 12–20 years of total maritime experience, including significant time in command of container vessels and shoreside

roles (e.g., Marine Superintendent or Fleet Performance).

 Domain Expertise: Deep practical knowledge of vessel routing, charter party obligations, weather impact on ship

handling, and cargo securing.

 Digital Proficiency: Proven experience with Route Optimization Systems and familiarity with meteorological data

models.

 Analytical Tooling: Hands-on experience with VDR playback analysis and the ability to interpret data trends via