puestos de Data Scientist en Italia

BAT is evolving at pace into a global multi-category business. Our purpose is to create A Better Tomorrow™ by Building a Smokeless World.

To achieve our ambition, we are looking for colleagues who are ready to join us on this journey! Tomorrow can’t wait, let’s shape it together!

British American Tobacco has an exciting opportunity for a Data Scientist in Subang Jaya, Malaysia

We are looking for an experienced Data Scientist who gets excited about solving real business problems and seeing their work create measurable results (revenue, cost savings, better decisions). The Data Scientist role will be instrumental in strengthening BAT's data‑driven decisioning capability across functions. This role is encouraged to drive the development of statistical and machine learning models, build robust analytical frameworks, and translate data into actionable insights that drive business growth.

The role is responsible for the end‑to‑end lifecycle of analytical solutions – from business understanding, data discovery, modelling, testing, validation, automation and deployment while working closely with Business Analysts, BI Developers and Data Engineers.

• Develop and evaluate predictive, prescriptive, and causal models (segmentation, churn propensity, uplift modelling, forecasting, etc.).
• Perform data exploration, feature engineering, and hypothesis testing to support business questions.
• Extract and manipulate raw datasets from Data Warehouse (Fabric) and other sources using T‑SQL and Python; work with Data Engineers to optimise datasets and pipelines needed for modelling.
• Ensure data integrity, audibility, reproducibility, and adherence to internal standards for data quality, variable definitions, and modelling logic.
• Work with BI Developers to visualise model outcomes and analytical insights.
• Collaborate with business stakeholders and Business Analysts to translate business requirements into analytical frameworks.
• Develop clear modelling documentation, maintain version control of scripts, and conduct validation checks on data integrity and analytical accuracy.
• Stay updated on new modelling techniques, analytics tools, and data science frameworks; suggest improvements to data flows, modelling processes, or analytical tooling; give to team learning sessions and collaborative knowledge sharing.

• Degree in Data Science, Statistics, Mathematics, Engineering, Computer Science AND 3‑5 years of data science or analytics experience.
• Strong Python and SQL skills (clean, readable code).
• Built and deployed 1‑2 ML/statistical models in production or for decision‑making.
• Can demonstrate an example where your analysis or model impacted a business decision or brought value.
• Experience with Azure (or similar cloud) and Agile environments.
• Able to communicate ideas clearly; self‑motivated and follows up on work impact.
• Forum Contributor is a plus; experience in FMCG, retail, or consumer goods; familiarity with Power BI; basic knowledge of data engineering concepts.
• Basic understanding of Generative AI & LLMs (RAG, Prompt Engineering, etc.); Japanese or Korean language skills are a plus.

• We offer a market leading annual performance bonus (subject to eligibility).
• Our range of benefits varies by country and includes diverse health plans, initiatives for work‑life balance, transportation support, and a flexible holiday plan with additional incentives.
• Your journey with us isn't limited by boundaries; it's propelled by your aspirations. Join us at BAT and become a part of an environment that thrives on internal advancement, where your career progression isn't just a statement – it's a reality we're eager to build together. Seize the opportunity and own your development; your next chapter starts here.
• You'll have access to online learning platforms and personalised growth programmes to nurture your leadership skills.
• We prioritise continuous improvement within a transformative environment, preparing for ongoing changes.

We’re one of the few companies named as a Global Top Employer by the Top Employers Institute – certified in offering excellent employee conditions.

Collaboration, inclusion and partnership underpin everything we do here at BAT. We are looking forward to enabling every individual to thrive, regardless of gender, sexual orientation, marital or civil partnership status, gender reassignment, race, religion or belief, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin, disability, age, skills, experience, education, socio‑economic and professional background, veteran status, perspectives and thinking styles. We know that embracing talent from all backgrounds is what makes us stronger and best prepared to meet our business goals.

We see the career breaks as opportunities not obstacles. Through The Global Returners programme, we support professionals looking to restart their careers after an extended absence from the workforce (e.g. time out caring for family, parental leave, national service, sabbatical and/or starting an own venture).

Come bring your difference and see what is possible for you at BAT. Learn more about our culture and our award winning employee experience here.

If you require any reasonable adjustments or accommodations to help you perform at your best during the recruitment process, you are encouraged to notify us. We are fully committed to support you by making appropriate arrangements for you to demonstrate your full potential.