Data Scientist

ACTIVATE INTERACTIVE PTE LTD; Singapore; On-site; SGD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Medical benefits

Wellness programs

Learning & development

Career progression

Job summary

Activate Interactive Pte Ltd, headquartered in Singapore, seeks a Data Scientist to design and develop cloud-native AI products. You will join an AI development team, explore cutting-edge technologies, and work across cross-functional groups to deliver data-driven solutions for government and industry partners.

Responsibilities include prototyping, validation, and deployment of AI components, while maintaining security, scalability, and cost controls.

Qualifications

• Background in engineering, computer science, mathematics or equivalent.
• Strong technical knowledge in AI and production deployment.
• Experience with Python and C++.
• Experience with data manipulation, visualization, ML libraries.
• Hands-on experience with deep learning frameworks (TensorFlow, Torch).
• Experience developing and deploying AI agents and vector databases.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop reusable, scalable cloud-native data/AI products.
• Work with cross-functional teams on industry challenges with data and AI.
• Participate in agile secure software development processes.
• Prototype and deliver AI-driven applications for production use.
• Assess maturity and relevance of AI research and trends.
• Develop and deploy software components based on microservices.

Skills

Python

C++

AI

Deep learning

3D geometry

Vector math

RAG / vector databases

Three.js

Blender

OpenGL

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering, CS, math or equivalent

Tools

TensorFlow

Torch

OpenAI / Claude prompts

CAD/3D tools

Job description

Activate Interactive Pte Ltd ("Activate") is a leading technology consultancy headquartered in Singapore with a presence in Malaysia and Indonesia. Our clients are empowered with quality, cost-effective, and impactful end-to-end application development, like mobile and web applications, and cloud technology that remove technology roadblocks and increase their business efficiency.

We believe in positively impacting the lives of people around us and the environment we live in through the use of technology. Hence, we are committed to providing a conducive environment for all employees to realise their full potential, who in turn have the opportunity to continuously drive innovation.

We are searching for our next team members to join our growing team.

If you love the idea of being part of a growing company with exciting prospects in mobile and web technologies that create positive impact on people's lives, then we would love to hear from you.

Co-Development Business Unit is hiring for Data Scientist

You will work in Singapore Government Agencies

This is a fixed term contract role. The engagement is 1 year.

Working location: BCA Office, Jurong East

Internal Code: A26369

What will you do?

We are looking for a Data and AI Scientist to design and develop reusable, scalable, and cost-effective cloud-native data and AI products. You will be part of an AI development team responsible for exploring and developing applications with current state-of-the-art AI technologies. You will participate as an subject-matter expert in cross-functional teams working on addressing common industry challenges with data and AI. Successful candidates will be working in a fast-paced environment and participate in multiple projects with technology partners from the industry to develop data-driven and AI-driven products and services that could make a significant positive impact on society.

If you are passionate in ML, always curious about the latest AI development and have been practically working on the real-world problems, join us in our journey, and jointly architect Singapore's digital future.

Work with product owners, engineering teams, and industry partners throughout the product development lifecycle from concept, design, prototyping, acceptance testing, data curation, delivery, operationalization, industry proliferation, to product end-of-life.

Technical assessment on the maturity, viability, and suitability of AI research, technologies and trends that are relevant to the industry.

Develop and deploy software components based on microservices-based architecture.

Participate in agile secure software development processes and best practices, documentation of user requirements and software codes during the software development lifecycle.

Propose, implement, and validate algorithms, ensuring functional and non-functional requirements such as transparency, fairness, scalability, security, integration complexity and operational costs.

What are we looking for?

Background in engineering, computer engineering, computer science, mathematics, statistics or equivalent

Strong technical knowledge in AI

Good understanding of the latest research and technologies in AI for production deployment

Strong coding experience in programming languages such as Python and/or C++

Experience working with libraries for data manipulation, visualization, machine learning, and reporting.

Hands-on experience with one or more deep learning frameworks, e.g., TensorFlow, Torch

Extensive experience with OpenAI and Claude code-based prompt engineering.

Hands-on experience developing and deploying AI Agents, RAG and vector/graph databases.

Strong understanding of 3D geometry, vector math, and coordinate systems

Experience with algorithms for mesh manipulation, Boolean operations, and geometric transformations

Proficiency in relevant 3D modeling or CAD software (e.g., Blender, Rivet) and/or programming libraries (e.g., OpenGL, CGAL, Three.js)

Team player with the ability to work in a cross functional team with excellent interpersonal skills

Strong communication skills, both verbal and written, as well as strong presentation and engagement skills

What do we offer in return?

• Competitive Compensation: Market competitive salary and variable performance bonus aligned to your skills, impact, and contribution.
• Benefits: Outpatient medical, specialist medical coverage and generous customisable flexi benefits, or flexi allowance; life and health insurance, thoughtful perks like special occasions "red packet" and CNY goodies, etc.
• Employee Wellness: Support for your physical, mental, and overall well-being through year-round initiatives.
• Growth & Development: Learning programmes, certification support, and a dedicated staff development budget. (We are a "SHRI 2025 Gold winner" in "Learning & Development; Coaching & Mentoring")
• Career Progression: Structured career pathways that enable you to grow along a technical/domain expert track or a lead