Data, Analytics & AI, Lead

DayOne Data Centers Limited; Singapore; On-site; SGD 180,000 - 280,000; Full time

Job summary

DayOne Data Centers Limited in Singapore is seeking a Lead for Data, Analytics & AI to define strategy, governance, and a roadmap aligned with business goals. You will prioritize initiatives spanning globalization, new products, process optimization, and customer experience.

You will lead a multidisciplinary team of data scientists, engineers, and analysts, shaping architecture, overseeing dashboards and ML deployments, and collaborating with management and external partners to drive measurable

Qualifications

• 10+ years in software, data, or ML environments.
• Experience leading technical teams in startup or product-driven B2B SaaS.
• Track record building and scaling production AI/ML systems.
• Experience with distributed systems, real-time data, and cloud infrastructure.
• Integration experience with SAP S/4 HANA and Workday is a strong plus.
• Background in data center industry or data-heavy SaaS is a plus.
• Bachelor’s, Master’s, or PhD in CS, Engineering, or related field.

Responsibilities

• Define and implement Data, Analytics & AI strategy and roadmap.
• Establish governance for data quality, security, and accessibility.
• Lead multidisciplinary teams of data scientists, engineers, and analysts.

Skills

Team leadership

Backend architecture

ML systems

Distributed systems

Real-time data

Cloud infrastructure

MLOps

Data strategy

Education

Bachelor’s/Master’s/PhD in CS/Engineering

Tools

Dataiku

Databricks

Power BI

Microsoft Fabric

Job description

## Data, Analytics & AI, LeadApplylocations: Corporate Office-Singaporetime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todayjob requisition id: JR2162Join DayOne – Shaping the Future of Data Infrastructure DayOne is a global leader in the development and operation of high-performance data centers. As one of the fastest-growing companies in the industry, we’ve built a robust presence across Asia and Europe — and we’re just getting started. As we expand into new international markets, we’re looking for talented, driven individuals to join us on this exciting journey. This is more than a job — it’s an opportunity to be a key contributor to our dynamic team and help shape the future of global data infrastructure. If you're passionate about innovation, technology, and growth, we invite you to be part of DayOne’s next chapter.**a.Define and Implement Data, Analytics & AI Strategy****Vision and Roadmap:*** Develop a Data, Analytics & AI strategy aligned with the company’s business objectives, in collaboration with management and business teams.* Prioritize initiatives based on their business impact (e.g. globalization, new products, process optimization, and customer experience).**Data Governance:*** Establish governance policies (quality, security, accessibility) for Data and Analytics tailored to the company’s size.* Implement processes to ensure compliance (e.g. GDPR, industry standards).### **b.Leadership and Management of Data, Analytics & AI Teams****Hands-On Technical Leadership*** Stay close to architecture and key system decisions* Review critical designs and technical proposals* Step into complex technical problems when needed* Prototype or validate high-impact ideas* Lead by example in technical depth and problem solving**Team Structuring:*** Build and lead a multidisciplinary team (data scientists, data engineers, analysts) or work with external resources (freelancers, consulting firms).* Define roles and responsibilities for effective project execution.**Skill Development:*** Train and support teams on best practices in Data, Analytics & AI.* Promote a data-driven culture within the### **c.Development and Deployment of Data, Analytics & AI Solutions****Design and Industrialization:*** Oversee the development of Data, Analytics & AI solutions (dashboards, predictive models, automations).* Industrialize solutions for scalable and reliable deployment (using tools like Dataiku, Databricks, or cloud solutions).**Collaboration with Business Teams:*** Provide ongoing support to users to maximize tool adoption.* Work closely with business teams to understand their needs and translate them into technical solutions.### **d.Management of Infrastructure and Tools**### **Data, Analytics & AI Architecture:*** Evaluate and deploy tools and platforms suited to the company’s needs (e.g. Microsoft Fabrice, Power BI).* Oversee the maintenance and evolution of data infrastructure (data lakes, pipelines, databases).**Security and Compliance:*** Ensure data security and compliance with* Implement regular audits to identify and correct### **e.Value Creation and Impact Measurement****Business-driven Use Cases:*** Lead high-impact Data, Analytics & AI projects (e.g., customer personalization, predictive maintenance, cost optimization).* Measure and communicate the ROI of initiatives to justify**Innovation and Technological Watch:*** Monitor Data, Analytics & AI trends (e.g., generative AI, automation) and assess their relevance to the company.* Experiments with new solutions to stay### **f.Stakeholder Relations****Internal and External Communication:*** Present the Data, Analytics & AI strategy and achievements to management and business* Collaborate with external partners (technology providers, startups) to accelerate innovation.**Expectation Management:*** Align stakeholder expectations with the actual capabilities of the team and* Prioritize projects based on available**WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR:****Experience**:* 10+ years in software engineering, data, or ML environments* Experience leading technical teams in a startup or product-driven B2B SaaS company* Track record building and scaling production AI/ML systems* Experience with distributed systems, real-time data, and cloud infrastructure.* Integration experience with ERP (SAP S/4 HANA) and HRIS (Workday) is a strong plus* Background in data center industry, or data-heavy SaaS is a strong plus* Previous experience working in Big4 consulting, global enterprises, or fortune 500 is a plus**Technical Depth*** Strong backend and system architecture expertise (e.g. Microsoft Fabric, PowerBI)* Experience deploying ML/AI systems into production, not just research* Deep understanding of MLOps, data platforms, and model lifecycle management* Comfortable operating across engineering, data science, and analytics domains* Bachelor’s, Master’s, or PhD in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field**Leadership & Culture*** First-principles thinker who breaks down complex problems clearly* High ownership and accountability* Builder mindset with strong technical judgment* Clear communicator across technical and business teams* Focused on scalable effectiveness and real outcomesDayOne is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. If you're ready to grow with one of the fastest-moving companies in the data center industry, apply now and be part of our global journey.