(Senior) Data Scientist

ROCKWOOL International A/S; Subang Jaya; On-site; MYR 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

ROCKWOOL is seeking a Full Stack Data Scientist to join their Data Science & Engineering team in Subang Jaya, Malaysia. The role involves utilizing advanced data science tools, including Python and cloud technologies, to enhance AI product performance and scalability. Candidates should possess strong communication, problem-solving skills, and a solid background in machine learning and software development. This position offers the opportunity to work in a dynamic environment focused on innovation and sustainability.

Qualifications

• 3 to 5 years of experience in data science with cloud-based services.
• Extensive experience in Git and building custom AI APIs.
• Familiar with containerization and Azure services for data science.

Responsibilities

• Run and maintain AI products, including custom GPT solutions.
• Develop and maintain AI APIs and backend functionalities.
• Optimize performance and automate infrastructure provisioning.

Skills

Problem-solving

Communication

Detail-oriented

Proactive mindset

Education

Bachelor’s in Computer Science

Master's in Computer Science

Tools

Python

Postgres

MongoDB

React

Docker

Kubernetes

Job description

Ready to help build a better future for generations to come?

In an ever-changing, fast-paced world, we owe it to ourselves and our future generations to live life responsibly. At ROCKWOOL, we work relentlessly to enrich modern living through our innovative stone wool solutions.

This role places a strong emphasis on expertise in Data Science, Generative AI, and back-end imple mentation of AI systems.

Your future team

We have recently started a journey towards using more AI, digitalization, automation and better use of data – and this is where your abilities come into play.You will join our Data Science & Engineering team and work at the forefront of AI and machine learning. This role reports to the Team Lead of the Data Science & Engineering team based in Malaysia. You will work closely with teams from Denmark and Poland and be an integral part of a larger global Data Science & Engineering team.

What you will be doing

We are seeking a talented and experienced Full Stack Data Scientist with Machine Learning, Generative AI and software development experience to join our Data Science & Engineering team in Malaysia. In this role, you will work closely with Data Scientists, ML engineers, and cross-functional stakeholders to run and maintain AI/ML products and analytics solutions at ROCKWOOL. You will be part of a growing team that focuses on developing custom AI products & LLM solutions. The role requires a blend of technical and communication skills. More concretely, you will have the following responsibilities:

Run and Maintain AI Products

Program in Python and use cloud technologies based on Azure, Google and OpenShift to deploy and model various ML models.

Maintain custom AI products such as in house developed GPT so lution.

Develop and maintain various AI APIs and backend functionality that supports custom AI products

Develop and maintain front end applications using technologies like React or Vue.js that will serve as the interaction layer on top of our custom AI products

Optimize Performance & Scalability

Proactively respond to service requests and incidents to ensure continuous uptime of our products and services in operations

Profile, tune, and optimize models and backend components to meet SLA requirements.

Evaluate and recommend new technologies or architectural patterns to improve existing products and services.

Automate infrastructure provisioning (IaC) and CI/CD processes for custom AI workloads.

What You Bring

Must Have

Bachelor’s in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Information Systems, or a related field.

3 to 5 years of hands-on experience in data science and field with a focus on using cloud based services

Proficient in Python and ability to pick up other languages based on relevance.

Experience with tools databases such as Postgres and MongoDB

Experience with web development frameworks like React

Experience with building custom RAG pipelines from scratch using Langchain and other relevant libraries.

Extensive experience in Git (GitHub and GitOps )

Experience with developing AI based APIs and making it available as a service via AI markerplace

Excellent problem-solving skills, detail-oriented, and able to troubleshoot complex data issues under tight SLAs.

Strong communication skills: able to liaise between technical teams, non-technical stakeholders, and senior management.

Proactive mindset with a continuous improvement attitude; able to break down ambiguous requirements into actionable tasks.

Master's degree in Computer science, Software Engineering, Information Systems, or a related field.

Familiarity with containerization and tools like Docker, Kubernetes, etc.

Azure and Azure services related to data science

Knowledge of GCP, OpenShift, SAP

Who we are

We are the world leader in stone wool solutions. Founded in 1937 in Denmark, we transform volcanic rock into safe and sustainable products that help people and communities thrive. We are a global company with more than 12,000 employees, located in 40+ countries with 51 manufacturing facilities, all focused on one common purpose – to harness the natural power of stone to enrich modern living.

Sustainability is central to our business strategy. ROCKWOOL was one of the first companies to commit to actively contributing to the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDG’s) framework and is actively committed to 11 SDGs, including SDG 14, Life Below Water. Through our partnership with the One Ocean Foundation and in connection with our sponsorship of the Denmark SailGP team, we will help raise awareness around ocean health challenges to accelerate solutions to protect it.

We want all our people to feel valued, respected, included, and heard. We employ 79 different nationalities worldwide and are committed to providing equal opportunities to all employees, promote diversity, and work against all forms of discrimination among ROCKWOOL employees.

ROCKWOOL is keen to nurture employees, help them develop their talents, and move forward in their careers. You can expect to be supported in your professional ambitions through our development programs.

Ready to apply?

Please submit your resume and cover letter by 31st July 2025. We look forward to hearing from you.