Head of Data Science ( Predictive FMCG Demand )

DADACONSULTANTS PTE. LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 80,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology consulting firm in Singapore seeks a Machine Learning and Data Analysis expert to lead R&D teams. The role involves developing software solutions to predict sales demand within the retail and FMCG sectors, providing technical guidance, and collaborating across teams for innovative solutions. Candidates must possess relevant educational qualifications and a strong background in team management and programming.

Qualifications

• Proven team management experience across diverse environments.
• Experience in retail or FMCG industry is a strong plus.
• Proficiency in programming languages and mobile/web application development.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage R&D teams, providing technical guidance.
• Design systems and develop algorithms for sales demand prediction.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to drive innovation and product features.

Skills

Team Management

Cloud-native platforms

Programming

Data Analysis

Machine Learning

Education

Bachelor's, Master's, or PhD in Computer Science, Data Science/AI/ML, or Computer Engineering

Tools

JavaScript

Java

Python

C/C++

DevOps tools

Job description

Role summary : This is a Machine learning, data analysis, team leading role which focuses on development of software solution to predict sales demand for retail or FMCG industry.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and manage R&D teams, providing technical guidance and coaching to team members
• Collaborate with Business/Product Managers and User Experience Designers to scope product features and define technical requirements
• Design intelligent systems, develop algorithms, and architect cross-platform mobile applications and back-end technology stacks in Cloud-native platforms
• Set technical direction, plan deliverables, and project-manage R&D milestones
• Make direct technical contributions, provide guidance, and remove blockers to ensure team success
• Interact with leads, stakeholders, and teams across the organization to identify opportunities and drive innovation

Requirements:

• Bachelor's, Master's, or PhD degree in Computer Science, Data Science/AI/ML, Computer Engineering, or equivalent practical R&D experience
• Good R&D team management experience, with a proven track record of leading teams across different cultural environments
• Good experience in the retail or FMCG industry is a strong plus
• Proficiency in one or more general-purpose programming languages (e.g., JavaScript, Java, Python, C/C++) and experience with mobile/web application development, Cloud-native platforms, DevOps, and DevSecOps toolsets

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience managing R&D teams to build user-facing application products with deep collaboration with Business/Product Managers and User Experience Designers
• Expertise in large-scale hardware system integration and intelligent software development
• Experience with mobile/web application and microservices development, including insights into the challenges facing the mobile/web application ecosystem in Cloud platforms