Senior Data Scientist

hyperscal solutions pte. ltd.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Mediacorp Pte. Ltd. is seeking a data science professional to join its data insights team in Singapore. The role focuses on analysing data, building quantitative frameworks, and translating findings into actionable business insights.

You will design scalable AI agents and predictive models, work with distributed databases, and apply NLP techniques to improve customer engagement and performance. Strong programming in Python/Scala and cloud familiarity (Azure) are desired.

Qualifications

• Minimum 6 years hands-on experience in data science and productionising models.
• NLP experience is advantageous.
• Experience with distributed databases and query languages.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement quantitative analytical frameworks.
• Develop scalable AI agents and predictive models for customer insights.
• Translate data findings into meaningful insights for internal and external stakeholders.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to meet business needs and governance policies.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Communication

Ownership

Team player

Education

Bachelor's or MS in Statistics/Mathematics/ML/OR/CS

Tools

Python

Scala

Spark

Azure

Job description

COMPANY DESCRIPTION

Mediacorp is Singapore's largest content creator and national media network, operating a suite of TV channels, radio stations, and multiple digital platforms. Its mission is to engage, entertain, and enrich audiences by harnessing the power of creativity.

We are committed to creating an inclusive and diverse workplace where talent thrives. Our hiring decisions are made based on merit and fit-to-role. If you have a disability or special need which requires accommodation to participate in the recruitment process, please inform us when you submit your online application. We will be happy to support as necessary.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Purpose of the role

The role serves as primary source of data insights, supporting internal and external constituencies, ad-hoc business intelligence and other strategic initiatives.

Scope of the role

Analyse and translate data findings into meaningful and actionable insights. As well as design and implement quantitative analytical frameworks.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and implement quantitative analytical AI Agent and frameworks, including scalable predictive models, customer segmentation and advertising optimisation that improve business performance and customer engagement.
• Adopt best practices in data science, platforms and approaches.
• Establish internal organization standards and benchmarks.
• Work with other teams in the organization to understand business needs, document data and data integration requirements, and resolve conflicting business/data architecture rules.
• Ensure compliance with internal customer contact governance policies and drive closed-loop measurement through smart data capture.
• Analyse and translate data findings into meaningful, actionable insights including synthesising relevant insights from different customer touch points and data sources.

Foundational Competencies

• Demonstrate clear and thorough analytical thinking
• Able to multi-task and deliver against timelines
• Good interpersonal and communication skills
• Takes ownership or project that is being assigned
• Able to work as an individual or as a team player to deliver high quality of work

Functional Competencies

• Demonstrate expertise in developing and implementing a full range of analytical techniques to address commercial challenges. Proficiency in at least one statistical analysis tool.
• Demonstrate experience with distributed databases and query languages. Proficiency in at least one programming language (preferably Python/scala).
• Familiar with Cloud environment (Azure)

Experience

• Minimum 6 years hands-on experience in data science, including developing and productionising data science models
• Hands-on experience in Spark will be advantageous
• Experience with NLP problems will be advantageous

QUALIFICATIONS

Bachelor or MS degree in Statistics, Mathematics, Machine Learning, Operations Research, Computer Science or related field.

Please note that your application will be sent to and reviewed by the direct employer - Mediacorp Pte. Ltd.