Data Scientist

Activate Interactive; Singapore; On-site; SGD 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology consultancy is seeking candidates with a strong foundation in Machine Learning for roles involving model development and exploratory research. The ideal candidates will be proficient in Python and familiar with frameworks like PyTorch and TensorFlow. Collaborating in multi-disciplinary teams, they will run pilots and engage directly with users, contributing to innovative solutions. This position provides opportunities for professional growth and a supportive work environment.

Benefits

Fun working environment

Employee Wellness Program

Structured development framework

Growth opportunities

Qualifications

• Strong in ML model development & applied research.
• Comfortable with ambiguity and novel problem solving.
• Enjoy exploring PETs and engaging directly with users.

Responsibilities

• Develop models and conduct experiments in a collaborative environment.
• Work with multi-disciplinary teams focused on shipping features.
• Run pilots and test PET adoption.

Skills

Machine Learning model development

Python programming

Backend development (FastAPI/Flask)

Cloud (AWS)

Experiment design & evaluation

Problem solving

DS/ML integration

Tools

PyTorch

TensorFlow

scikit-learn

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.

What will you do?

• Both roles require a strong Data Science/ML foundation (model development, experimentation, diagnosing issues).
• Both use Python + ML frameworks (PyTorch, TensorFlow, scikit-learn).
• Both involve applied research, curiosity, strong communication skills, and ability to explain DS concepts clearly.
• Both are in multi-disciplinary teams, working in fast-moving, collaborative environments.
• Embedded in product team, focused on shipping features & solving user issues.
• Focused on exploratory research & agency pilots, testing PET adoption.

Requirements

• Strong in ML model development & applied research.
• Python programming, experiment design & evaluation.
• Backend development (FastAPI/Flask).
• Cloud (AWS), CI/CD pipelines.
• Ability to synthesise & apply academic research.
• Comfortable with ambiguity and novel problem solving.
• Strong DS/ML + hands‑on SWE integration; research/experimentation.
• Enjoy exploring PETs, running pilots, and engaging directly with agency users or enjoy hands‑on building, solving user issues, and working closely with engineers.

Benefits

• Fun working environment.
• Employee Wellness Program.
• To work in Singapore Government Agencies projects.
• We provide structured development framework and growth opportunities. (We are a "SHRI 2025 Gold winner" in "Learning & Development; Coaching & Mentoring").

Why you'll love working with us?

If you are looking for opportunities to collaborate with leading industry experts and be surrounded by highly motivated and talented peers, we welcome you to join us. We provide all employees with equal opportunities to grow and develop with us. We believe your success is our success.

Activate Interactive Singapore is an equal opportunity employer. Employment decisions will be based on merit, qualifications and abilities. Activate Interactive Pte Ltd does not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices on the basis of race, colour, religion, sex, sexuality, national origin, age, disability, marital status or any other characteristics protected by law.

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