Data Scientist

OCBC Bank; Malaysia; On-site; MYR 180,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

OCBC Bank Malaysia invites a seasoned Lead Data Scientist to head the AI and analytics initiatives across the bank. You will guide a team of data scientists, work with stakeholders to identify high-value AI opportunities, and scale innovative solutions that drive tangible business outcomes.

You will mentor talent, deploy GenAI copilots, develop predictive and generative models, and translate insights into clear business recommendations while collaborating with cross-functional partners to

Qualifications

• Degree in Computer Science, AI, Data Science or related field.
• 5+ years of data science or generative AI solutions development.
• Strong Python and ML libraries experience; SQL familiarity.
• Experience with deep learning, NLP, or RL; familiarity with Hadoop or Spark.

Responsibilities

• Lead, mentor and develop data scientists, providing technical guidance and career development support.
• Partner with Group to localise, implement, and scale AI solutions within OCBC Malaysia.
• Design, develop and deploy AI-driven solutions, including GenAI copilots and recommendation engines.
• Build, validate and scale predictive and generative models to address business opportunities.
• Explore and apply agentic AI concepts to automate workflows and support decision-making.
• Analyze large-scale structured and unstructured data to uncover actionable insights.
• Develop data narratives and visualisations translating complex findings into business recommendations.
• Partner with cross-functional teams to co-create scalable AI and analytics solutions delivering measurable impact.

Skills

Python

ML libraries

SQL

Deep learning

NLP

Stakeholder management

Big data

Generative AI

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, AI, Data Science

Tools

Hadoop

Apache Spark

TensorFlow

PyTorch

scikit-learn

Job description

WHO WE ARE:

As Singapore’s longest established bank, we have been dedicated to enabling individuals and businesses to achieve their aspirations since 1932. How? By taking the time to truly understand people. From there, we provide support, services, solutions, and career paths that meet their individual needs and desires.

Today, we’re on a journey of transformation. Leveraging technology and creativity to become a future-ready learning organisation. But for all that change, our strategic ambition is consistently clear and bold, which is to be Asia’s leading financial services partner for a sustainable future.

We invite you to build the bank of the future. Innovate the way we deliver financial services. Work in friendly, supportive teams. Build lasting value in your community. Help people grow their assets, business, and investments. Take your learning as far as you can. Or simply enjoy a vibrant, future-ready career.

Your Opportunity Starts Here.

Job Description:

Lead the Data Science team in driving the adoption of AI, machine learning, and advanced analytics across the Bank. This role is responsible for managing the data scientists, working closely with Group and local stakeholders to identify, prioritise, and deliver high-impact AI use cases that generate measurable business value for OCBC Malaysia.

Job Role:

• Lead, mentor and develop the data scientists, providing technical guidance, coaching and career development support.
• Partner closely with Group to localise, implement, and scale AI solutions within OCBC Malaysia.
• Design, develop and deploy AI-driven solutions, including GenAI copilots, recommendation engines and RAG-based applications.
• Build, validate and scale predictive and generative models to address business opportunities and operational challenges.
• Explore and apply agentic AI concepts to automate workflows, support decision-making and enhance customer engagement.
• Analyse large-scale structured and unstructured data across multiple business domains to uncover actionable insights.
• Develop clear data narratives and visualisations that translate complex analytical findings into business recommendations.
• Partner with cross-functional teams to co-create scalable AI and analytics solutions that deliver measurable business impact.

Skills Required:

We are seeking individuals with the following types of skills:

• A degree in Computer Science, AI, Data Science, or a related field
• 5+ years of experience in data science or generative AI solutions development
• Strong technical expertise in Python and modern ML libraries (e.g., TensorFlow, PyTorch, scikit-learn); familiarity with SQL
• Experience with deep learning, NLP, or reinforcement learning, and exposure to big data technologies such as Hadoop or Apache Spark
• Strong stakeholder management skills, with the ability to engage senior business leaders, translate business needs into AI opportunities, and provide data-driven recommendations to support strategic decision-making.
• Curious, collaborative and outcome-driven mindset, with a passion for applying data and AI to create business value.

What we offer:

Competitive base salary. A suite of holistic, flexible benefits to suit every lifestyle. Community initiatives. Industry-leading learning and professional development opportunities. Your wellbeing, growth and aspirations are every bit as cared for as the needs of our customers.