Senior Data Scientist

Founderslaunchpad; Hinoba-an; Hybrid; PHP 1,500,000 - 2,300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Flexible working arrangements

Job summary

Founderslaunchpad is seeking a Senior Data Scientist in the Philippines to own the complete data science workflow, from problem definition to deployment of scalable solutions that drive business growth and innovation.

You will develop and enhance analytical products, translate complex data into actionable strategies, and work with leadership to inform data-driven decisions across the business. This role emphasizes experimentation, collaboration, and delivering measurable value.

Qualifications

• University degree in a relevant field with 5+ years of experience.
• Experience leveraging AI-assisted coding tools and LLMs to enhance workflows.
• Strong Python and SQL skills with hands-on ML experience.
• Experience with data visualization tools and big data/cloud platforms.

Responsibilities

• Own the data science workflow from problem framing to deployment.
• Develop, validate, and productionize predictive models and analytical frameworks.
• Streamline analytics processes for reporting and decision-making.
• Build data-driven features that improve product performance and outcomes.
• Lead end-to-end projects from scoping to delivery and impact assessment.
• Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to translate analytics into business value.

Skills

Python

SQL

Machine Learning

Data Visualization

Big Data

Cloud Platforms

LLMs

Model Deployment

Education

University degree in Computer Science/Engineering/Data Science

Tools

MongoDB

Tableau

Power BI

Spark

Hadoop

AWS

GCP

Job description

We're looking for a self-starter Senior Data Scientist to join the team!

Job Summary

Join us in building the future of credit infrastructure in the Philippines! We're looking for a self-starter Senior Data Scientist who can own the entire data science workflow, from defining the problem to deploying scalable solutions that drive business growth and innovation. The role encompasses developing and enhancing analytical products and insights, while working closely with leadership to translate complex data into actionable strategies, drive innovation across existing offerings, and support data-driven growth and decision-making across the business.

What You’ll Do

• Leverage AI tools and large language models (LLMs) to accelerate data exploration, model development, and automation
• Develop, enhance, and validate predictive models and analytical frameworks
• Streamline analytical processes to support reporting, monitoring, and business decision-making
• Build data-driven features and insights that enhance product performance and business outcomes
• Contribute to research and development of new data products and modeling approaches
• Work with diverse data sources, including credit, behavioral, transactional, and alternative data
• Lead end-to-end projects: from scoping to implementation and delivery
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders and external partners to translate analytics into value

What We’re Looking For

• Startup / Fintech experience in APAC, ideally in the Philippines
• University degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Data Science, or a related field with 5+ years of experience
• Experience leveraging AI-assisted coding tools and large language models (LLMs) to enhance data science workflows
• Solid understanding of machine learning and predictive modeling techniques and hands-on experience with Python and SQL. Experience in MongoDB is a plus
• Experience in data visualization tools (e.g., Tableau, Power BI, Matplotlib, Metabase)
• Experience with big data technologies and cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure, GCP, Spark, Hadoop) is a strong plus
• Experience in building or improving end-to-end modeling pipelines
• Proven ability to work independently, manage priorities, and deliver results in a dynamic environment
• Excellent communication skills — able to explain complex topics clearly to business and technical audiences
• Strong problem-solving and analytical mindset with the ability to tackle ambiguous business challenges

Why Join LenderLink

• Be part of a fast-growing fintech startup shaping the next generation of credit infrastructure in Southeast Asia while impacting financial inclusion
• Work on impactful, high-visibility projects that combine technical challenges with direct business outcomes
• Collaborate closely with leadership and cross-functional teams, gaining exposure to product strategy, innovation, and decision-making
• Competitive compensation and flexible working arrangements

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