Data Scientist

About the Role We are seeking an early‑career Data Scientist to apply AI/ML and Generative AI in semiconductor engineering. You will work with engineering teams to build ML models and GenAI‑powered analytics, automation, and decision‑support solutions on large‑scale manufacturing and test data. Key Responsibilities Apply statistical analysis and ML techniques to wafer sort, final test, and inline process data Explore and develop AI/ML and Generative AI use cases, including LLM‑assisted analytics and automation Design dashboards and visualizations to communicate AI‑driven insights to engineering teams Automate data pipelines, model workflows, and reporting Leverage cloud platforms and compute (CPU/GPU) for scalable data processing and model training Qualifications Bachelor’s or master’s degree in data science, Engineering, Computer Science, Statistics, or related field 1–2 years of applied experience in data science, ML, or AI‑driven projects Strong foundation in machine learning, statistics, and data analysis Proficient in Python or R (pandas, NumPy, scikit‑learn, etc.) Working knowledge of SQL and large datasets Familiarity with Generative AI concepts, LLMs, or prompt‑based workflows Exposure to cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, or similar) and big data tools is a plus Strong analytical thinking, problem‑solving, and communication skills More information about NXP in Malaysia... #LI-633a NXP Semiconductors N.V. (NASDAQ: NXPI) enables a smarter, safer, and more sustainable world through innovation. As the world leader in secure connectivity solutions for embedded applications, NXP is pushing boundaries in the automotive, industrial & IoT, mobile, and communication infrastructure markets. For more information, visit www.nxp.com Bright Minds. Bright Futures. We believe that a key component to growing our business is to develop our people. To enable you to grow your career at NXP, we offer online and offline learning opportunities to help you develop some of your core and professional skills. Commitment At NXP. We recognize NXP is a powerful change agent as we continue to deliver innovative solutions that advance a more sustainable future. We remain steadfast in our commitment to sustainability and making measurable year-on-year progress. Also, we aim to create an inclusive work environment and we will not tolerate racism, discrimination or harassment of any kind. We have programs in place focused on diversity, inclusion and equality. Thank you for considering a career at NXP. To help you prepare for the different steps in our hiring process, see the following useful advice and tips. Are you already an NXP employee? Do not apply here. Instead, you must apply via our internal career page. Thank you for your interest in supporting our recruitment efforts. Please note that NXP operates under a strict Preferred Supplier List (PSL) for all recruitment activities. Any candidate profiles or resume submitted without a prior written agreement or explicit request from our Talent Acquisition team will be considered unsolicited. Such submissions will be deemed free of any obligations, and no fees will be paid by NXP or any of its affiliates, subsidiaries, or divisions - regardless of whether the candidate is hired, either coincidentally or otherwise. Thank you for your understanding.