Hafiz joined SMERU in 2014 and specializes in quantitative methodology. He is very skilled in data analysis and using statistical software, such as STATA. Hafiz is also adept at using and developing surveys with the Census and Survey Processing System (CSPro). Hafiz’s work involves managing large micro datasets, developing computer-assisted personal interview application, and data visualization.

Prior to joining SMERU, Hafiz worked as a research assistant at the Laboratory for Advancement of Economic Development (LPEP) of Universitas Airlangga and an econometrics teaching assistant at the university's Department of Economics.