Data Scientist Product Analytics Financial Services

Role summary

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This role requires a strong foundation in statistics, machine learning, experimentation, and data analysis, together with practical experience using SQL and Python. The successful candidate is expected to translate complex financial-services data into clear product insights, identify customer and business trends, and support decisions across lending, payments, or other financial products. Experience with product analytics, A/B testing, customer segmentation, forecasting, and dashboarding is valuable. Grab will expect the candidate to work closely with product managers, engineers, designers, and commercial teams, communicate findings clearly to non-technical stakeholders, and take ownership of projects from problem definition through measurable business impact. Experience in fintech, banking, or digital platforms would be an advantage.

About the employer

Grab is a Southeast Asian technology company operating a superapp that combines mobility, food delivery, parcel delivery, digital payments, and financial services. Founded in 2012, the company serves customers, drivers, merchants, and businesses across countries including Indonesia, Singapore, Malaysia, Thailand, Vietnam, and the Philippines. Indonesia is one of Grab’s largest and most important markets, with services available in many major cities and a broad local partner network. Its financial-services business includes digital payments, lending, insurance-related products, and other tools designed for consumers, drivers, merchants, and small businesses. Grab’s teams typically work in a fast-moving, data-focused environment, using technology and market insights to improve everyday services. The company places strong emphasis on collaboration, customer impact, innovation, and responsible growth, making it a relevant employer for professionals interested in technology, analytics, fintech, and digital commerce.

Working in Indonesia

Indonesia is an archipelago with very different work and lifestyle options across its islands. Java, especially Jakarta, offers the widest range of technology, finance, startup, and corporate opportunities, although commuting and housing costs can be demanding. Bali attracts international professionals and has a relaxed, creative lifestyle, but local employment opportunities are more concentrated in tourism, hospitality, and digital businesses. Sumatra, Sulawesi, and Kalimantan offer growing opportunities in logistics, energy, plantations, mining, and regional services. Indonesian culture generally values politeness, community, religious diversity, and respectful workplace relationships. Living costs vary substantially; Jakarta is expensive by local standards, while many regional cities are more affordable. Foreign nationals normally need an Indonesian employer to sponsor the appropriate work authorization, including a work permit process and KITAS residence permit. Requirements can change, so candidates should confirm current rules with the employer or Indonesian immigration authorities before relocating.