Data Scientist

Company: Capital Dynamics Asset Management Sdn Bhd

Job Title: Data Scientist

Responsibilities:

• Researching and analysing market trends using quantitative models and technical analysis to make trading decisions.
• Developing and implementing complex quantitative models (e.g. trading & forecasting).
• Performing daily statistical analyses (e.g. risk analytics and default risk modelling) and coding tasks (e.g. pattern recognition or machine learning).
• Detailing model specifications and methods of data collection.
• Testing new models, products, and analytics programs.
• Developing optimal strategies.
• Developing new data algorithms and models to support company products.
• Presenting and interpreting data results to senior management and clients.

Requirements:

• Preferably with a minimum of 2 years’ experience in data science related roles.
• A solid Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Mathematics, Statistics, or any other related computational discipline from a reputable university. Applicants with the relevant master's qualification would have an advantage.
• Proven expertise in data science and analytics for key areas, such as probability and statistics, time-series analysis, pattern recognition, optimisation, and predictive modelling.
• Understanding of supervised and unsupervised machine learning techniques and algorithms, such as k-Means, SVM, Decision Trees, Random Forest, etc. is a plus.
• Hands-on programming experience in Python and R.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills for coordinating across teams.
• A drive to learn and master new technologies and techniques.
• Good command of spoken and written English.

Fresh graduates are encouraged to apply.

About Capital Dynamics:

Capital Dynamics, through its flagship product brand, i Capital, has achieved major successes over the last 33 years. Capital Dynamics now has offices in Kuala Lumpur, Singapore, Sydney, Hong Kong, and Shanghai.

As a value investor, we seek high returns with low risks and avoid derivatives, short selling, and borrowings. Clients' interests are put at the forefront as Capital Dynamics aims to service clients directly to minimize commissions and adviser fees and thereby enhance returns.

Perks and Benefits:

Medical, Customisable performance-based remuneration structure.

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