SA/Assoc, Data Scientist, Institutional Banking Group Data Chapter, Transformation and Data, Group COO

DBS Bank Ltd; Singapore; On-site; SGD 70,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

DBS Bank Ltd in Singapore is seeking a Data Scientist to join the Institutional Banking Group (IBG) Data Chapter. You will develop and deploy AI/ML/GenAI solutions that address IBG business needs, collaborating with stakeholders and tech teams.

The role emphasizes end-to-end project lifecycle, data discovery and engineering, governance, and ongoing learning in AI/ML, GenAI, and Agentic AI.

Qualifications

• Comprehensive understanding and hands-on experience with AI/ML, GenAI, and Agentic AI concepts.
• Proactive, results-driven with a can-do attitude and end-to-end thinking.
• Ability to communicate complex technical concepts to varied audiences.
• Strong desire for continuous learning and staying current with AI/ML technologies.

Responsibilities

• Understand business needs, define objectives, and secure clear problem definitions and success metrics.
• Lead development, implementation, and deployment of AI/ML/GenAI solutions for IBG.
• Manage end-to-end project lifecycle, scope, governance, and timelines.
• Conduct data discovery and engineering using internal tools and SQL in DBS frameworks.
• Collaborate with tech teams for integration, code review, and documentation.
• Stay ahead of AI/ML advancements and identify strategic applications within IBG.

Skills

AI/ML/GenAI domain knowledge

Proactive & results-driven

Clear communication

Continuous learner

Education

Bachelor’s degree in a quantitative field

Tools

Collibra

SQL

Superset

DBS DALI

Job description

About DBS

DBS Bank is a leading financial services group in Asia, with a presence in 18 markets. Headquartered and listed in Singapore, DBS is at the forefront of leveraging digital technology to shape the future of banking. As a bank born and bred in Asia, DBS understands the intricacies of doing business in the region’s most dynamic markets.

We are committed to making banking joyful and impactful through our innovative solutions and customer-centric approach. Join us to be part of a team that is reimagining banking and making a positive difference in the lives of our customers and communities.

The Opportunity

DBS Bank is looking for a motivated and skilled Data Scientist to join our dynamic Data Chapter within the Institutional Banking Group (IBG).

This role offers an exciting opportunity to build and deliver cutting‑edge Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning (AIML), Generative AI (GenAI), and Agentic AI solutions that address critical business needs within the Institutional Banking domain.

Responsibilities

As a Data Scientist in IBG Data Chapter, you will:

• Understand & Define Business Needs: Understand business concerns, objectives, and high‑level business operations. Collaborate closely with stakeholders to get things done, securing clear problem definitions, operational levers, and success metrics.
• Lead Solution Development & Implementation: Independently or collaboratively develop, implement, and deploy advanced AI/ML, GenAI, and Agentic AI solutions tailored to IBG’s specific business requirements. Ensure you are familiar with AI/ML techniques, capable of implementing models, and able to interpret and explain model results to stakeholders.
• Manage End‑to‑End Project Lifecycle, Scope and Governance: Drive data science projects from problem definition and data exploration through to model deployment while adhering to project scope, timelines, and AI model governance
• Data Discovery & Engineering: Leverage internal tools like Collibra to find data, perform SQL queries in Superset and DBS frameworks (i.e., DALI), and build well‑structured code incorporating linting, unit tests, and Git version control.
• Technical Integration & Code Quality: Collaborate with tech teams to integrate and deploy AI solutions, review code, and maintain documentation as a habit.
• Drive Innovation & Think Ahead: Stay abreast of the latest advancements in AI/ML, GenAI, and Agentic AI, proactively thinking one step ahead to identify and champion strategic applications within IBG.

Requirements

Qualifications & Experience:

• A Bachelor’s degree in a quantitative field (e.g., Data Science, Computer Science, Statistics, Mathematics, Engineering) is required.
• 2+ years (commensurate with rank) of relevant experience in AI or data science.

Expertise & Skills:

• AI/ML/GenAI Domain Knowledge: Comprehensive understanding and hands‑on experience with Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning (AIML), Generative AI (GenAI), and Agentic AI concepts and methodologies.
• Proactive & Results‑Driven: Possess a proactive “can‑do” attitude, consistently striving for excellence and committed to delivering high‑quality, impactful solutions while thinking one step ahead. Being resourceful with end‑to‑end critical thinking to find out solutions even in unfamiliar scenarios.
• Clear Communication: Articulate complex technical concepts and model interpretations clearly and concisely to both technical and non‑technical audiences.
• Continuous Learner & Growth Mindset: Demonstrate a strong desire for continuous learning, staying current with emerging AI/ML technologies and best practices, and embracing personal and professional development.

Location

DBS Asia Central

Job

Analytics

Schedule

Regular

Employee Status

Full time