Data Scientist jobs in Malaysia

Updated November 3, 2026

Find data scientist jobs in Malaysia from company career pages, all in one list, including roles that never reach LinkedIn or Indeed. Employers also post this role as Applied Scientist, Decision Scientist, Product Data Scientist and Machine Learning Scientist.

Latest Data Scientist jobs in Malaysia

Data Scientist jobs in Malaysia at a glance

Companies hiring
OCBC Bank, Centific Global Solutions, NXP Semiconductors Germany, Dxctechnology and Gen-Digital
Cities
Kuala Lumpur, OCBC Malaysia, Malaysia Office -Penang and MYS
Work setup
On-site and remote
Levels
Entry level to senior
Job types
Full-time
Skills in demand
Python, machine learning, SQL, scikit-learn, Data Visualization, TensorFlow, PyTorch, deep learning

Based on the newest listings. Not every posting states pay, level, or skills.

About Data Scientist jobs

Data scientists use statistics and machine learning to answer business questions, design experiments, and build predictive models. Expect Python or R, SQL, and experience turning analysis into decisions.

Also posted as

  • Applied Scientist
  • Decision Scientist
  • Product Data Scientist
  • Machine Learning Scientist

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Data Scientist jobs in Malaysia: questions

Where can I find Data Scientist jobs in Malaysia?

JobLookout collects Data Scientist openings in Malaysia from company career pages and puts them in one list, including roles that never get posted on LinkedIn or Indeed. Open a role and apply on the company's career page.

Which companies have Data Scientist jobs in Malaysia?

Recent listings include roles at OCBC Bank, Centific Global Solutions, NXP Semiconductors Germany, Dxctechnology and Gen-Digital. The company name is on every listing, so you always know who is hiring.

Where in Malaysia are Data Scientist jobs?

Recent listings are in Kuala Lumpur, OCBC Malaysia, Malaysia Office -Penang and MYS, plus remote roles open to people based in Malaysia.

Are there remote Data Scientist jobs in Malaysia?

Yes. Recent remote listings include roles at Gen-Digital. On-site roles are listed too. The work-mode filter narrows the list to remote only.

What skills do Data Scientist jobs in Malaysia ask for?

Skills that come up most in recent listings: Python, machine learning, SQL, scikit-learn, Data Visualization, TensorFlow, PyTorch, deep learning. Each posting lists its own requirements, so read the full description before you apply.

What job titles count as Data Scientist?

This list groups related titles, including Applied Scientist, Decision Scientist, Product Data Scientist and Machine Learning Scientist, so you are not searching one keyword at a time.

Can I find entry-level or senior Data Scientist jobs in Malaysia?

Recent listings range from entry level to senior. Experience level is a filter, from intern and new grad through entry, mid, senior, lead, and director, so you only see Data Scientist roles at your level.

Are there part-time, contract, or internship Data Scientist roles in Malaysia?

Employment type is its own filter: full-time, part-time, contract, and internship. Pick the one you want and the rest drop out of your list.

Are these only jobs in Malaysia?

Yes. This page is Data Scientist openings located in Malaysia, including remote roles that still require Malaysia.

Can I see Data Scientist jobs in other countries?

Yes. Data Scientist jobs are also listed for United States, India, Canada, United Kingdom, Singapore and France. You can switch the country at any time.

What should I check in a Data Scientist job posting?

Worth checking before you apply: whether the work is reporting, pipelines, or models; the stack they name, and whether it is the one you use; how much of the job is stakeholder work versus building.

How do I apply to Data Scientist jobs in Malaysia?

Open a role from your list and follow its apply link to the company's career page. You complete the application there.

How often are Data Scientist jobs in Malaysia updated?

This page refreshes every hour, and new openings are added as they appear on company career pages. Sort the full list by date to see the newest first.

Do I need an account to browse Data Scientist jobs in Malaysia?

No. You can open the list, read a role, and apply on the company site without an account. An account is only used for saved jobs, Copilot, and the resume tools.

Can JobLookout help with my resume for Data Scientist jobs?

Yes. Paid plans include resume tools, including tailoring your resume to a specific posting before you apply.

What roles are similar to Data Scientist?

Similar roles include Machine Learning Engineer, AI Engineer, Research Scientist, AI Trainer / Data Annotator and Data Engineer.