Website Dialog Axiata PLC
Data Scientist
Location: Corporate H/O – 13th Floor
Closing Date: 31/05/2026
Job Purpose
The Data Scientist will be responsible for developing data-driven use cases and providing actionable intelligence through advanced analytics tools and methodologies. This role is central to the organization’s digitization goals, empowering strategic and tactical decision-making by acquiring, transforming, and modeling complex data into clear business value.
The Job
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Solution Development: Implement data-driven solutions and predictive models that directly support core business objectives.
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Exploratory Data Analysis: Analyze large, complex datasets to identify underlying trends, patterns, and actionable insights.
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Cross-Functional Collaboration: Partner with various business units to translate functional requirements into robust technical data models.
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Machine Learning & Engineering: Design, build, and maintain scalable machine learning models, ensuring they remain performant in a production environment.
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Data Preparation: Lead data preprocessing efforts, including advanced cleaning, transformation, and feature engineering to ensure high-quality model inputs.
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Insight Delivery: Communicate complex findings to stakeholders through intuitive reports, interactive dashboards, and strategic presentations.
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Technical Innovation: Stay at the forefront of the industry by researching and adopting the latest trends and technologies in data science and big data analytics.
Candidate Profile
Education & Experience:
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Education: Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Data Science, Computer Science, Statistics, Mathematics, or a closely related field.
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Experience: Proven professional experience as a Data Scientist or in a high-level analytical role.
Technical Competencies:
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Statistical Mastery: Strong knowledge of statistical methods and deep familiarity with machine learning algorithms.
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Programming: Proficiency in Python, R, and SQL.
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Visualization: Hands-on experience with data visualization tools such as Tableau, Power BI, or similar platforms.
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Big Data Stack: Familiarity with big data technologies, including Hadoop and Spark.
Core Skills:
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Problem Solving: Excellent analytical skills with a meticulous attention to detail.
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Communication: Ability to bridge the gap between technical complexity and business strategy, conveying insights clearly to non-technical stakeholders.
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Teamwork: A collaborative mindset with the ability to work effectively within an agile team environment.
Why Join Us?
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Impact: Work at the heart of our corporate headquarters on high-visibility projects that drive our digital transformation.
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Innovation: Gain access to diverse datasets and modern tools to solve challenging business problems.
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Growth: Thrive in a culture that values continuous learning and stay updated with the latest in AI and advanced analytics.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Company: Dialog Axiata PLC
To apply for this job please visit hcmcloud.dialog.lk.