Data Scientist, AI Model Validation and Governance
Data Scientist, AI Model Validation and Governance
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Job Description
This is a high-impact opportunity for a self-driven bilingual data scientist to contribute to the development and validation of AI models that power business decisions across Asia. As part of the AI Model Validation and Governance (AIMVG) team you will operate with a high degree of independence acting as a key liaison between global governance and regional offices. Fluency in both English and Mandarin is essential to effectively collaborate with stakeholders across geographies and ensure consistent application of governance frameworks. This role supports our mission to scale AI responsibly and efficiently while offering the chance to grow technical and leadership capabilities in a globally connected environment.
The position can be based in Singapore Hong Kong or Chengdu.
Position Responsibilities:
- Independently validate AI/ML models identify potential issues and recommend improvements
- Develop and maintain internal tools for model testing evaluation and performance monitoring
- Assess model performance using appropriate metrics and validation techniques
- Document model assumptions limitations and validation results with minimal oversight
- Maintain model inventory and track lifecycle stages
- Collaborate with business and technical teams to translate needs into data-driven solutions
- Serve as a regional liaison between global AI governance and Asia-based teams
- Communicate effectively in both English and Mandarin with regional and global stakeholders
- Stay current with AI/ML advancements and proactively apply new knowledge
Required Qualifications:
- 2 to 4 years of experience in data science or machine learning roles ideally with exposure to GenAI models.
- 1 years of experience with Python and ML libraries (e.g. scikit-learn TensorFlow PyTorch)
- A postgraduate degree in a quantitative field (e.g. Computer Science Statistics Engineering)
- Demonstrated ability to work independently and manage projects
- Fluency in both English and Mandarin (spoken and written)
Preferred Qualifications:
- Familiarity with model validation performance benchmarking and testing.
- Extensive experience with programming languages such as Python and machine learning libraries/frameworks like PyTorch TensorFlow Hugging Face.
- Strong analytical skills attention to detail and a passion for driving both technical excellence and ethical responsibility in AI.
- Experience working in a multinational or cross-cultural environment
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
When you join our team:
- Well empower you to learn and grow the career you want.
- Well recognize and support you in a flexible environment where well-being and inclusion are more than just words.
- As part of our global team well support you in shaping the future you want to see
About Manulife and John Hancock
Manulife Financial Corporation is a leading international financial services provider helping people make their decisions easier and lives better. To learn more about us visit is an Equal Opportunity Employer
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