Ai Consultant / Data Scientist – Johannesburg- R530 To R630 Per Hour

E-Merge; Pretoria; On-site; ZAR 300,000 - 400,000; Full time

Job summary

A dynamic global group seeks an AI Consultant / Data Scientist to provide insights into compliance and IT methodologies. The role involves designing AI solutions, training staff, and driving AI initiatives to enhance business processes and decision-making. Candidates should have a BSc in relevant fields and experience in machine learning and Python.

Qualifications

• Experience with NLP / NLU technology integration required.
• Proficiency in Python preferred, along with DevOps experience.
• Strong interpersonal and organizational skills necessary.

Responsibilities

• Assess current AI maturity and identify opportunities for improvement.
• Design and implement AI solutions, including machine learning models.
• Provide training and coaching to IT staff and stakeholders.

Skills

NLP / NLU technology integration

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Machine learning

Automation

Change management

Python

JavaScript

HTML

CSS

Education

BSc in Statistics, Informatics, or Computer Science

Tools

GitHub

Jira

Confluence

PyCharm

VSCode

Job description

A dynamic global group focused on innovation topics, comprehensive IT solutions, and global team collaboration is recruiting for an AI Consultant / Data Scientist. The role involves providing deep insights into compliance and IT methodology processes, with a vested interest in the group's success and sustainability.

Responsibilities:

1. Assess the department's current AI maturity and identify opportunities to leverage AI for improving business processes, decision-making, and outcomes.
2. Design and implement AI solutions, including developing machine learning models, automating workflows, and integrating AI into existing systems.
3. Provide training, coaching, and hands-on support to IT developers, functional consultants, and business analysts.
4. Serve as a subject matter expert and thought leader on AI, educating stakeholders on the latest trends, technologies, and best practices.
5. Collaborate across functions to translate technical AI concepts into business value and secure buy-in for AI initiatives.
6. Monitor and optimize the performance of AI solutions continuously.
7. Perform additional responsibilities as assigned under the Agile Working Model (AWM) Charter.

Qualifications and Experience:

• BSc in Statistics, Informatics, or Computer Science
• Experience with NLP / NLU technology integration
• Strong interpersonal and organizational skills
• Proficiency in Python (preferred), DevOps, and Cloud Management (AWS Sagemaker, EC2, S3)
• Experience in machine learning, automation, and change management
• Languages: Python, JavaScript, HTML, CSS
• Tools: GitHub, Jira, Confluence, PyCharm, VSCode
• Operating Systems: Windows, Linux, Unix

The reference number for this position is NG59920. It is a contract role based in Menlyn, Pretoria, offering an hourly rate of R530 to R630, negotiable based on experience. Interested candidates should email Nokuthula.