Data Scientist / Machine Learning Lead

Hong Kong 3 days agoFull-time External
Negotiable
We’re seeking a Machine Learning Lead who blends backend engineering expertise with advanced machine learning skills to shape the future of one of Hong Kong’s largest banks. Key Responsibilities • Create Impact: Build ML-powered systems that transform banking operations at scale. • Architect & Deploy: Design and deliver secure, high-performance solutions on GCP, with exposure to AWS, Azure, or Alibaba Cloud as a plus. • Bridge the Gap: Translate complex business needs into robust technical designs through close collaboration with stakeholders. • Lead & Inspire: Mentor an agile team, set engineering standards, and champion best practices in ML and backend development. Requirements • 6–8 years of experience in Machine Learning and backend software engineering , with strong hands-on skills in Python, APIs, and modern backend frameworks • Language Model Expertise (Preferred) : Experience building, fine-tuning, or deploying LLMs for production use. Familiarity with frameworks and tools such as Hugging Face Transformers, LangChain, LangGraph, PyTorch, TensorFlow, and OpenAI APIs . • Proven track record in cloud deployment on GCP , with large-scale financial project experience (highly preferred). • Bachelor’s degree in Data Science, Machine Learning, Computer Science, or related field. • Demonstrated leadership in agile environments, with exceptional communication skills to influence and align stakeholders. • Fluent in Cantonese & English for seamless collaboration across teams and regions.