Data Scientist - Army

MINDEF; Singapore; On-site; SGD 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A government defense agency in Singapore is seeking a candidate for a data science role focused on leveraging HR data. The position involves analyzing and visualizing HR data, developing predictive models for recruitment and employee engagement, and collaborating with HR professionals to create data-driven solutions. Candidates with strong communication skills and a background in data science or related fields are encouraged to apply. This opportunity promotes impactful contributions to personnel management in the SAF and Army.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of Data Science, Statistics, Computer Science or a related field.
• Experience in data analysis and machine learning techniques is preferred.
• Strong communication skills to work effectively with both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Ability to understand and translate business problems into data science solutions.

Responsibilities

• Process, analyse and visualise HR data to distil and communicate actionable insights to management.
• Develop predictive models for recruitment, employee engagement, and training.
• Engage in the entire data science process from conceptualisation to deployment.
• Create digital solutions to enhance HR processes.
• Collaborate with HR professionals to understand business problems and address challenges.

Skills

Data Science

Machine Learning

Data Analysis

Communication Skills

Education

Degree in Data Science, Statistics, Computer Science or related field

Job description

What the role is

You conceptualise, develop, and implement data science projects to leverage human resource (HR) data, enhancing personnel management in the SAF and Army.

What you will be working on

• Process, analyse and visualise HR data to distil and communicate actionable insights to management
• Develop predictive models for targeted efforts in recruitment, employee engagement, and training
• Engage in the entire data science process from conceptualisation to deployment
• Create digital solutions to enhance HR processes
• Collaborate with HR professionals to understand business problems and address challenges with data-driven solutions

Challenge(s)

• Bridging the gap between technical data science and practical HR challenges
• Translating complex data insights into actionable recommendations for non-technical stakeholders
• Developing effective predictive models for diverse HR functions

What we are looking for

• Knowledge of Data Science, Statistics, Computer Science or a related field
• Experience in data analysis and machine learning techniques is preferred
• Strong communication skills to work effectively with both technical and non-technical stakeholders
• Ability to understand and translate business problems into data science solutions (Applicants with no experience may apply.)
• Only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

About MINDEF

The mission of MINDEF and the Singapore Armed Forces is to enhance Singapore's peace and security through deterrence and diplomacy, and should these fail, to secure a swift and decisive victory over the aggressor. The Defence Executive Officer (DXO) scheme is the non-uniformed career scheme of MINDEF that offers myriad opportunities in various job functions, such as corporate communications, cyber security, data analytics and visualisation, defence policy, finance, HR, psychology, and more. Embodying the same level of commitment towards defence, DXOs work together with their military counterparts to contribute to MINDEF/SAF’s mission and ensure Singapore's security and stability. United by this common cause, our lines of defence complement each other to secure the prosperity and progress of our nation.