Data Scientist

Infinity 8; Selangor; On-site; MYR 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology firm in Malaysia is seeking a passionate and skilled Data Scientist to join their dynamic team. This role focuses on research and development, data analysis, and problem solving using analytics. The ideal candidate will utilize machine learning frameworks to create data-driven solutions and collaborate with cross-functional teams. Candidates should possess a Master's degree, strong programming skills in Python, and at least 2 years of hands-on experience in data science.

Qualifications

• Master's or advanced degree in a relevant field.
• 2+ years of relevant hands-on experience.
• Strong programming skills, particularly in Python.

Responsibilities

• Conduct R&D in data science and machine learning.
• Analyze structured and unstructured data for insights.
• Develop, implement, and optimize machine learning models.

Skills

Data analysis

Analytical problem-solving

Python programming

Machine learning frameworks

Data visualization

Data management

Experiment design

Deep learning

Education

Master’s or advanced degree in Data Science or Statistics

Tools

scikit-learn

TensorFlow

Excel

Tableau

Power BI

Job description

We are seeking a passionate and skilled Data Scientist to join our client’s dynamic team. This role has a strong focus on research and development (R&D), data analysis, and analytics-driven problem solving. You will work extensively with machine learning frameworks to develop data-driven solutions that support business growth. The role requires close collaboration with cross‑functional teams and the ability to translate analytical findings into actionable insights for stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct research and development (R&D) in data science and machine learning to explore new approaches and solutions
• Analyze structured and unstructured data to generate meaningful insights
• Develop, implement, and optimize machine learning models using appropriate frameworks
• Build and maintain predictive and analytical models to support business and strategic decisions
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to identify, prioritize, and deliver analytics‑driven opportunities
• Stay up to date with the latest trends, tools, and best practices in data science and machine learning
• Present clear, concise, and actionable analytical findings to stakeholders

Required Skills & Qualifications

• Master’s or advanced degree in Data Science, Statistics, or a related field
• Strong data analysis and analytical problem‑solving skills
• Strong programming skills, particularly in Python
• Hands‑on experience with machine learning frameworks such as scikit‑learn or TensorFlow
• Experience with data visualization and reporting tools such as Excel, Tableau, or Power BI
• Proficiency in data management and working with complex datasets
• Experience in experiment design, hypothesis testing, and causal inference
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in an analytics‑focused role
• Experience with deep learning and unstructured data
• Minimum of 2 years of relevant hands‑on experience