Senior Data Scientist

Activate Interactive; Singapore; On-site; SGD 70,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Medical coverage

Flexible work arrangement

Career development

Job summary

Activate Interactive Pte Ltd is hiring a Data Scientist for its Co-Development Business Unit in Singapore. You will design and develop cloud-native data and AI products with an AI team, collaborating across product owners, engineering, and industry partners.

The role focuses on state-of-the-art AI technologies, cross-functional collaboration, and delivery of data-driven solutions that positively impact society. Fixed-term, based at BCA Jurong East.

Qualifications

• Background in engineering, computer science, mathematics, or statistics.
• Strong coding in Python and/or C++.
• Experience with data manipulation, visualization, ML libraries.
• Hands-on with deep learning frameworks (TensorFlow, PyTorch).
• Experience deploying AI agents, RAG, and vector/graph DBs.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop reusable, scalable cloud-native data/AI products.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams on data/AI projects.
• Assess AI technologies for maturity, viability, and industry relevance.
• Develop/deploy microservices-based components.
• Participate in agile secure software development processes.

Skills

AI knowledge

Python

C++

Deep learning

TensorFlow

PyTorch

3D geometry

Education

Bachelor’s degree in CS/Engineering/Math

Tools

OpenAI tooling

Claude

Three.js

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 leadership track.
• Competency Framework: A structured and practical framework to support you to develop, perform, and succeed.
• Flexible Work Arrangement: Staff may choose to work flexi-place, flexi-time, and flexi-load based on existing framework

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.

Does it sound like something you are interested in exploring further?

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, gender, sexuality, national origin, age, disability, marital status or any other characteristics protected by law.

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