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Data Scientist Manager

Hiroshima - Fab 15, JapanFull-time2026-08-27 → 2026-11-14

Core

Lead and manage a high-performing data science team to develop scalable analytics solutions for manufacturing optimization, AI innovation, and strategic business challenges at a semiconductor fab.

Role type

Senior IC Data Science Manager (Manufacturing & AI)

Builds

Production-ready ML models, AI tools, and analytics dashboards for Yield, Quality, Equipment Efficiency, and Labor Productivity.

Domain

Semiconductor manufacturing / Advanced Analytics / Generative AI

Deliverable

production ML models

Required skills

Team leadership and mentorship, Python, SQL, Machine Learning, Generative AI/LLMs, Cloud platforms (GCP/Azure), Model deployment and governance, Stakeholder management, Japanese/English bilingualism

Preferred skills

Semiconductor industry experience, Management of 1+ year, Cost savings track record

Technologies

Python, SQL, GCP, Azure, LLMs, AI agents, Model Context Protocol (MCP)

Responsibilities

Lead, mentor, and grow a team of data scientists; Oversee end-to-end solution development for manufacturing metrics; Drive adoption of cutting-edge AI and Generative AI technologies; Establish best practices for model development and governance; Collaborate with operations and engineering to solve complex strategic challenges.

Seniority

Senior, hands-on IC with management responsibilities