Data Scientist (PhD/MPhill graduates are welcome)
IO TECH SOLUTIONS LIMITEDSingapore, Singapore
Posted January 5, 2026
Full Time
About the Company
IO Tech Solutions Limited is a leading IT talent and services provider with 25 years of industry experience. The firm specializes in IT staffing, consulting, contracting, payroll, and comprehensive talent solutions across Hong Kong, Singapore, UAE, UK, and Australia. By leveraging deep talent networks and market intelligence, IO Tech delivers strategic partnerships that connect clients to high‑potential opportunities and skilled professionals. Its distinctive advantage lies in a client‑centric approach that blends technology expertise with a global reach, enabling rapid, customized solutions for evolving IT demands.
Job Description
My client is a centralised systematic hedge fund hiring a Data Scientist for their data service group. Responsibilities include identifying new datasets, developing processes, and analyzing datasets to generate descriptive statistics.
Requirements
- Ph.D. or MPhill in computer science, mathematics, physics, statistics, or another field involving rigorous quantitative analysis techniques.
- At least 1 year of experience as a Data Scientist, quantitative researcher, or in a similar role.
- Experience working with large datasets, including classification, regression, distribution analysis, and predictive modeling.
- Proficiency in applying statistical tests to large datasets.
- Programming skills in SQL, TSQL, SQL Server, or PL-SQL.
- Proficiency in Python and at least one of C#, C++, or Java.
- Financial industry experience is preferred but not required.
- Familiarity with intraday, tick, and order book data is a plus.
- Strong problem-solving skills.
- Intellectual curiosity and a passion for learning.
- Attention to detail and a commitment to process.
- Excellent oral and written communication skills.
Benefits
- Competitive salary
- Opportunities for professional growth and development
- Collaborative and dynamic work environment