Senior Data Scientist, Market Insights

Grab; Daerah Khusus Ibukota Jakarta; On-site; IDR 300.000.000 - 400.000.000; Full time

Job summary

A leading Southeast Asian superapp is seeking a Senior Data Scientist in Jakarta to lead market insights and strategic decision-making. This role involves developing predictive models, conducting market research, and collaborating with cross-functional teams. Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree and 5+ years of experience in data science, with expertise in statistical analysis and programming languages. The company offers comprehensive benefits and values an inclusive workplace.

Benefits

Term Life Insurance

Medical Insurance

Flexible work arrangements

Parental and Birthday leave

Volunteering leave

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in data science with a focus on market research and consumer behavior.
• Proven track record of developing predictive models and machine learning algorithms.
• Strong skills in data visualization and business intelligence tools.

Responsibilities

• Develop advanced statistical models and machine learning algorithms.
• Conduct market research to identify new opportunities and risks.
• Create data visualizations and reports to communicate insights.

Skills

Statistical analysis

Data mining techniques

Machine learning

Data visualization

Python

R

SQL

Big data technologies

Education

Bachelor Degree in Data Science, Statistics, Computer Science

Tools

Tableau

Power BI

Hadoop

Spark

Job description

Company Description

About Grab and Our Workplace

Grab is Southeast Asia's leading superapp. From getting your favourite meals delivered to helping you manage your finances and getting around town hassle‑free, we've got your back with everything. In Grab, purpose gives us joy and habits build excellence, while harnessing the power of Technology and AI to deliver the mission of driving Southeast Asia forward by economically empowering everyone, with heart, hunger, honour, and humility.

Job Description

Get to Know the Team

The Market Insights Team helps shape strategic and operational decisions in the company by providing compelling insights into industry developments, market movements and competitive dynamics in the businesses that Grab operates – namely transport, food, payments, and platform services. Our value proposition comes from the diverse lenses through which we evaluate the landscape, made possible by many offbeat techniques used to complement traditional research.

Get to Know the Role

We are seeking a Senior Data Scientist specializing in Market Insights to join our team in Jakarta, Indonesia. In this role, you will lead our efforts to extract valuable insights from complex market data, driving strategic decision‑making and business growth. You will report to the Manager. You will be based onsite.

The Critical Tasks You Will Perform

• Develop and implement advanced statistical models and machine learning algorithms to analyze market trends and consumer behavior
• Design and conduct in‑depth market research studies to identify new opportunities and potential risks
• Create compelling data visualizations and reports to communicate insights to stakeholders across the organization
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to translate business problems into data‑driven solutions
• Lead and mentor junior data scientists, fostering a culture of innovation and continuous learning
• Stay up‑to‑date with the latest advancements in data science techniques and tools, applying them to improve our market analysis capabilities
• Develop predictive models to forecast market trends and consumer preferences
• Optimize data collection processes and implement best practices for data management and analysis

Qualifications

What Essential Skills You Will Need

• A minimum of Bachelor Degree in Data Science, Statistics, Computer Science, or a related field
• 5+ years of experience in data science or a related field, with a focus on market research and consumer behavior analysis
• Proven track record of developing and implementing predictive models and machine learning algorithms
• Expert knowledge of statistical analysis and data mining techniques
• Proficiency in programming languages such as Python, R, and SQL
• Experience with big data technologies like Hadoop and Spark
• Strong skills in data visualization and business intelligence tools (e.g., Tableau, Power BI)
• In‑depth understanding of market research methodologies and consumer behavior analysis

Additional Information

Life at Grab

We care about your well‑being at Grab, here are some of the global benefits we offer:

• We have your back with Term Life Insurance and comprehensive Medical Insurance.
• With GrabFlex, create a benefits package that suits your needs and aspirations.
• Celebrate moments that matter in life with loved ones through Parental and Birthday leave, and give back to your communities through Love-all-Serve-all (LASA) volunteering leave
• We have a confidential Grabber Assistance Programme to guide and uplift you and your loved ones through life's challenges.
• Balancing personal commitments and life's demands are made easier with our FlexWork arrangements such as differentiated hours

What We Stand For At Grab

We are committed to building an inclusive and equitable workplace that provides equal opportunity for Grabbers to grow and perform at their best. We consider all candidates fairly and equally regardless of nationality, ethnicity, race, religion, age, gender, family commitments, physical and mental impairments or disabilities, and other attributes that make them unique.