Data Scientist

Okada Manila; Parañaque; On-site; PHP 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Job summary

Okada Manila is seeking a data science professional to build and maintain databases, develop reports and dashboards, and apply advanced analytics to marketing concepts. The role emphasizes independent work, reliability, and a strong team mindset.

The candidate should have 2-3 years in data science / ML, and familiar with SQL, Python, SAS, and R. Filipino language skills are a plus for cross-team collaboration in a gaming-focused environment.

Qualifications

• Educational background in statistics, applied mathematics, engineering, applied science or related field.
• 2-3 years’ experience in data science / machine learning.
• Experience with large data sets and reporting tools.

Responsibilities

• Scope, build and maintain database effectively to help facilitate modelling, analysis & reporting needs
• Scope and develop relevant new reports & dashboards in a timely manner to track business performance
• Work closely with the Data science managers in construct and test marketing concepts & initiatives by applying advanced analytics techniques
• Reliable and can work independently taking responsibility for own actions and queries whilst demonstrating a consistent work output
• Team player, both supporting and motivating all team members to achieve business objectives and common goals
• Promote a positive team atmosphere under the Company Mission and Belief

Skills

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Conceptual thinking

Team player

Effective communication

Education

Statistics or applied mathematics or engineering or related discipline

Tools

SQL

Python

SAS

R

Text mining

Job description

• Scope, build and maintain database effectively to help facilitate modelling, analysis & reporting needs
• Scope and develop relevant new reports & dashboards in a timely manner to track business performance
• Work closely with the Data science managers in construct and test marketing concepts & initiatives by applying advanced analytics techniques
• Reliable and can work independently taking responsibility for own actions and queries whilst demonstrating a consistent work output
• Team player, both supporting and motivating all team members to achieve business objectives and common goals
• Promote a positive team atmosphere under the Company Mission and Belief

II. JOB SPECIFICATIONS

Educational Requirement:

• Tertiary qualifications in Statistics, applied mathematics, engineering, applied science or related discipline

Experience Requirement:

• 2-3 years’ experience in data science / machine learning
• Gaming experiences highly regarded but not essential
• Demonstrated success working with large data sets, developing tools for streamlined analysis and creating reports that succinctly summarize complex concepts

Leadership Skills:

• Strong analytical, problem solving and conceptual thinking abilities
• Ability to work in a fast-paced and deadline driven environment Excellent organizational and decision making skills

Technical Skills:

• Competent programming skills, including SQL, Python, SAS, R, and depending on the scope of project, text mining or machine learning
• Expertise in a range of data mining, visualization and statistical techniques
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, Excel, Word, Access, PowerPoint
• Strong understanding of marketing concepts such as customer value cycle, segmentation practices

Other Qualifications:

• Read, write, and speak in English
• Professional communication and interpersonal skills
• Effective verbal and written communication skills
• Highly self-motivated and with interest in the gaming industry
• Able to work flexible schedule and outside the standard work week whenever necessary
• Well-groomed and with professional appearance
• Proficiency in Tagalog/Cantonese/Mandarin/Japanese/Korean is an advantage