Data Scientist Assistant Manager (fintech Industry)

Kuala Lumpur, M14, MY, Malaysia

Job Description

We're seeking a passionate and analytical

Data Scientist (Assistant Manager level)

to join a dynamic organization in the

financial technology (fintech) and digital payments industry

. This role focuses on

credit risk modeling, predictive analytics

, and

data-driven strategy development

.

Key Responsibilities:



Develop, implement, and maintain

quantitative models and scorecards

to assess default risk, repayment behavior, and portfolio performance. Build and monitor

credit scoring and financial forecasting models

using advanced predictive tools and data science techniques. Conduct model performance tracking, validation, and back-testing to ensure reliability and regulatory compliance. Collaborate with internal stakeholders to apply model insights to

credit decisions, business strategies, and risk appetite frameworks

. Use data analysis to identify risk trends, optimize portfolio performance, and uncover business opportunities.

Requirements:



Degree in

Statistics, Mathematics, Data Science, Engineering

, or related quantitative field (Master's preferred).

5-7 years of experience

in data analytics, credit risk modeling, or financial data science. Proficiency in

R, Python, or SQL

for data manipulation and model development. Strong analytical thinking, attention to detail, and ability to translate data into actionable insights. Experience in

consumer lending, banking, or fintech risk analytics

is an advantage.

Details:


Location:

Kuala Lumpur

Working Hours:

Monday-Friday, 8:30am-5:30pm

Salary Range:

RM7,500 - RM9,500

Job Type: Permanent

Pay: RM7,500.00 - RM9,500.00 per month

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Job Detail

  • Job Id
    JD1224068
  • Industry
    Not mentioned
  • Total Positions
    1
  • Job Type:
    Full Time
  • Salary:
    Not mentioned
  • Employment Status
    Permanent
  • Job Location
    Kuala Lumpur, M14, MY, Malaysia
  • Education
    Not mentioned