Data Science Senior Manager

Company Description

Visa is a world leader in payments and technology, with over 259 billion payments transactions flowing safely between consumers, merchants, financial institutions, and government entities in more than 200 countries and territories each year. Our mission is to connect the world through the most innovative, convenient, reliable, and secure payments network, enabling individuals, businesses, and economies to thrive while driven by a common purpose – to uplift everyone, everywhere by being the best way to pay and be paid.

Make an impact with a purpose-driven industry leader. Join us today and experience Life at Visa.

Job Description

The individual will be part of VCA's geographic cluster covering Singapore, Malaysia, and Thailand (SMT) markets, with primary responsibility for leading data science engagements with Visa's clients in Malaysia. This role combines deep data science expertise with strong domain knowledge, proven ability to build trusted relationships with senior stakeholders and clients, and a solutions‑oriented, consultative approach to delivery — all aimed at driving measurable business impact and supporting revenue growth.

Specific Responsibilities include:

• Collaborate with business leaders, internal stakeholders, consulting teams, and client teams to understand business needs and identify areas where data and AI/ML can deliver strong business impact, in alignment with organizational priorities.
• Serve as the market linchpin between the local country team and regional data science teams, enhancing the go-to-market approach for delivering Visa data solutions.
• Design and lead data science initiatives to drive innovation, accelerate new solution launches for Malaysia clients, and create offerings aligned with business strategy.
• Act as a trusted advisor, effectively presenting data capabilities and emerging technologies to both technical teams and business decision-makers in a clear and compelling manner.
• Provide mentorship and guidance to data scientists, ensuring successful delivery of Malaysia client engagements and high-quality project outcomes.
• Lead project delivery teams and contribute to team growth by sharing feedback, supporting peer learning, and reinforcing a culture of continuous improvement.
• Manage project budgets in partnership with project leads, ensuring effective resource utilization and alignment with financial targets.

This is a hybrid position. Expectation of days in office will be confirmed by your hiring manager.

Qualifications

Basic Qualifications:

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Data Science, Computer Science, Statistics, Economics, Business Analytics, or a related field
• 10+ years of demonstrated industry experience in analytics, with a proven track record in delivering end-to-end AI/ML projects across diverse industries, with demonstrated impact on business outcomes
• Strong proficiency in coding, data analysis, statistical modelling and advanced analytics techniques, familiarity with cloud platforms (AWS, GCP, Azure) and data visualization tools (Tableau, Power BI, etc.) is a plus
• Understanding of AI/ML concepts, model development, and deployment workflows, with the ability to evaluate and integrate emerging AI tools into business solutions
• Strong consultative and client-facing skills, with the ability to bridge technical expertise and business value
• Experience working with cross-functional initiatives and driving projects in collaboration with business stakeholders
• Executive presence including excellent communication and presentation skills, written and verbal and ability to communicate within large organizations
• Collaborative mindset with the ability to mentor and guide junior team members

Preferred Qualifications:

• Understand advanced M/L, D/L algorithms, and Generative A.I.
• Strong understanding of payments and banking Industry including Consumer Credit, Consumer debit, Small Business, Commercial, Co-Brand and Merchant
• In-market experience and knowledge of regulation & industry trends

Additional Information

Visa is an EEO Employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status. Visa will also consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with EEOC guidelines and applicable local law.