Data Scientist

LFX Digital; Hong Kong; On-site; HKD 420,000 - 660,000; Full time

Job summary

LFX Digital is seeking a proactive Data Scientist to join the Strategic Data Unit in Hong Kong. You will drive data analysis, build predictive models, and translate insights into actionable business recommendations across the global value chain.

The role requires 2–4 years of experience, strong Python/SQL skills, and a solid foundation in statistics and ML methods. Collaborations with cross-functional teams will shape strategic initiatives and AI use cases.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in Data Science, Statistics, Computer Science, Mathematics, or a related field.
• 2–4 years of experience in data science, applied analytics, or predictive modeling.
• Strong hands-on experience with Python and SQL for analysis, data manipulation, and modeling.
• Solid understanding of statistics, hypothesis testing, machine learning methods, and experimental design.
• Experience with tools such as scikit-learn, XGBoost, PyTorch, or TensorFlow.

Responsibilities

• Collect, clean, and analyze data from multiple sources to uncover trends, patterns, and business opportunities.
• Conduct exploratory data analysis and statistical investigations to support strategic and operational decision-making.
• Translate complex data into clear insights, recommendations, and executive-ready presentations.
• Build, validate, and refine predictive models using regression, classification, clustering, and forecasting.
• Evaluate model performance, test assumptions, and improve features to enhance accuracy and usefulness.
• Support implementation of models into business workflows with technical teams.
• Explore and prototype AI use cases, including generative AI and multimodal applications.
• Assess emerging tools to identify high-value use cases and validate them through rapid experimentation.
• Contribute to proofs-of-concept and pilots that demonstrate measurable business value.

Skills

Python

SQL

Statistics

Communication

Data storytelling

Education

Bachelor's degree in Data Science / Statistics / Computer Science / Mathematics

Tools

scikit-learn

XGBoost

PyTorch

TensorFlow

Power BI

Tableau

LangChain

Job description

LFX Digital is at the forefront of transforming the supply chain and retail industries through innovative digital ventures. Our mission is to drive sustainable consumption and create long-term value along the global value chain.

LFX was established in 2021 as an affiliate of Li & Fung, a global supply chain solution provider with offices in 40 countries, with focus in apparels and home products. We leverage Li & Fung’s global network and operating experience to build, operate, and invest in digital companies in the global value chain.

See https://lfxdigital.com/

Job Description

We are currently looking for a highly motivated and skilled Data Scientist to join our Strategic Data Unit (SDU), a specialized data function within the Group to create and manage common data, general algorithms, and data bridges to the LFX Group. You will be dedicated to shaping and managing group-level data, AI/ML algorithms, and data connections to the LFX Group.

Key Responsibilities:

Data Analysis & Insight Generation

• Collect, clean, and analyze data from multiple sources to uncover trends, patterns, and business opportunities.
• Conduct exploratory data analysis and statistical investigations to support strategic and operational decision-making.
• Translate complex data into clear insights, recommendations, and executive-ready presentations.

Business Problem Solving

• Work closely with business stakeholders to understand challenges, define analytical questions, and shape the right data-driven approach.
• Use data to identify opportunities for revenue growth, cost optimization, process improvement, and risk reduction.
• Partner with cross-functional teams to ensure insights are practical, relevant, and aligned with business priorities.
• Build, validate, and refine predictive models using statistical and machine learning techniques such as regression, classification, clustering, and forecasting.
• Evaluate model performance, test assumptions, and improve features to enhance accuracy and business usefulness.
• Support implementation of models into business workflows in collaboration with technical teams when needed.
• Explore and prototype AI use cases, including generative AI and multimodal applications, to improve workflows and decision support.
• Assess emerging tools and methods to identify high-value use cases and validate them through rapid experimentation.
• Contribute to proof-of-concepts and pilots that demonstrate measurable business value.

Data-Driven Culture

• Champion a data-driven mindset by promoting experimentation, curiosity, and evidence-based decision-making.
• Communicate findings and recommendations clearly to both technical and non-technical audiences.
• Help establish best practices for analytical thinking, insight sharing, and continuous improvement.

Job Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in Data Science, Statistics, Computer Science, Mathematics, or a related field.
• 2–4 years of experience in data science, applied analytics, or predictive modeling.
• Strong hands-on experience with Python and SQL for analysis, data manipulation, and modeling.
• Solid understanding of statistics, hypothesis testing, machine learning methods, and experimental design.
• Experience building and validating models using tools such as scikit-learn, XGBoost, PyTorch, or TensorFlow.
• Ability to communicate insights clearly and influence stakeholders with data-backed recommendations.
• Experience with data visualization tools such as Power BI or Tableau is a plus.
• Exposure to generative AI, multimodal models, or LangChain is an advantage.

(Candidates with more experience will be considered for the role of Senior Data Scientist.)