As a statistician in the Policy Planning Division, you will be involved in developing and maintaining the DOS Intelligent Classification Engine (DICE).
Department of Statistics
Statistician (Policy Planning/DICE)
Contract
Closing on 06 Jan 2026What the role is
What you will be working on
• Promoting the use of DICE via discussions with stakeholders to understand business challenges, developing algorithms, providing technical guidance, and solving complex problems independently or in a team
• Developing and driving the adoption of national statistical standards and classification
What we are looking for
• Possess knowledge or experience in Computer Science, Data Science, Computer Engineering, Industrial & Systems Engineering, Mathematics, Statistics, Economics, or related technical disciplines
• 1+ years of relevant work experience in areas of Artificial Intelligence (AI) / Machine Learning (ML) development and applications
• Knowledgeable in data science techniques and concepts, with sound understanding of their potentials and limitations when applied to business use cases
• Knowledge/Experience in feature selections, hyper-parameter optimisation and model validation
• Proficient in Python and SQL
• Knowledge in UI design and development is a plus
• Work with cross-functional teams to develop algorithms and methodologies to address the use case (including but not limited to data cleaning, pre-processing, feature engineering, and build data science models)
• Design and build efficient and scalable deep learning and machine learning algorithms
• Strong analytical and writing skills
• Excellent communication and presentation skills
• Strong liaison skills in working with other agencies, with the ability to work under tight timelines
• Able to work well both independently and as a member of a team to solve complex problem statements
About your application process
This job is closing on 06 Jan 2026.
If you do not hear from us within 4 weeks of the job ad closing date, we seek your understanding that it is likely that we are not moving forward with your application for this role. We thank you for your interest and would like to assure you that this does not affect your other job applications with the Public Service. We encourage you to explore and apply for other roles within Department of Statistics or the wider Public Service.
About Department of Statistics
The Singapore Department of Statistics is the National Statistical Authority responsible for statistics on the Singapore economy and population.
We collect, compile, analyse and disseminate a wide range of economic, business, household and population data, as well as analyse and monitor trends in the economy and population.
With these vital inputs, policymakers, business decision makers and our data users gain valuable insights into current and emerging economic and social trends, enabling them to make calculated and informed decisions in the formulation of policies and strategies for the future. Apart from public agencies and businesses, our users also include researchers, analysts, educators, students, the media and the general public.
Join our team and make a difference by contributing important statistical input to facilitate policy planning and decision-making and support Singapore's present and future economic and social development.
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