Head of Data Science & Artificial Intelligence - Bukit Merah
Your Mission
This Head of Department position is responsible for setting up and driving the usage of advanced analytics, data science, and machine learning to resolve real-life industrial problems and deploy the ideated solutions in production environments in Singapore, Korea, and globally.The initial focus is manufacturing, but it is expected that the role will encompass real-life problems along the end-to-end value chain. The Chief Data Scientist is also responsible for representing HQ's global committee on AI/ML, aligning development, and shaping AI adoption at scale at the group level.
What To Expect
Seeking a Chief Data Scientist with experience and a willingness to build and strengthen a team to tackle real-life industrial problems and apply scalable solutions in a mass-production environment. Candidates should have expertise in at least one of the following domains: Data Analytics, Optimization, AI/ML, Generative AI & LLMs.Additionally, candidates should have a functional interest in at least one of the following areas: logistics, supply chain, assembly, quality, maintenance, or enterprise functions.
As Head of Department, you will build and lead a team of data scientists to solve complex industrial problems using data science, AI/ML, and Generative AI. You will work with the CIO to promote wider adoption of these technologies across the organization. Responsibilities include:
- Collaborating with the CIO organization to deploy data scientists on multi-disciplinary teams improving logistics, supply chain, assembly, maintenance, and quality.
- Standardizing data and MLOps platforms for use within company and globally.
- Serving as project director or technical expert on key projects, managing execution from inception to deployment.
- Representing the CIO and coordinating with the Global ML Committee to align R&D activities and drive AI adoption at scale across the enterprise, including factories in Korea and overseas.
- Master’s Degree or PhD in Industrial Engineering, Computer Science, or Mathematics, or equivalent practical experience.
- At least 8 years of experience as a lead data scientist solving industrial problems and ensuring the adoption of data science and AI solutions.
- experience in the manufacturing and/or automotive industry.
- Mandatory experience in implementing data science and AI projects at scale in industrial environments, with a plus for successful applications of Generative AI and LLMs beyond POCs.
- problem-solving leadership: breaking down complex issues, developing and implementing novel ideas, and deploying solutions at scale.
- Leadership in rallying diverse technology specialists, influencing department mindsets, and driving continuous organizational improvement with data and AI.
- Strategic decision-making in tools, methods, and environments for project delivery.
- Broad knowledge of emerging technologies and lessons learned from their application.
- Risk management in AI, ML, and data science, including ethical considerations.