Data Scientist

Penta Consulting; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 60 000 - 100 000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative consulting firm is seeking a skilled Data Scientist to work onsite in Johannesburg. This exciting role involves building and deploying machine learning models for financial forecasting and trading strategies. You will work with high-frequency trading data, applying normalization techniques and optimizing algorithms using market data and technical indicators. Collaborating with cross-functional teams, you'll resolve technical issues in fast-paced environments. If you have a strong background in global markets and trading algorithms, this opportunity could be your next big career move.

Qualifications

• 5+ years in global markets and data analysis.
• Proven experience with trading algorithms is a must-have.

Responsibilities

• Build and deploy ML models for financial forecasting.
• Collaborate with data science and trading teams.

Skills

Python

SQL

AWS

QuickSight

Time-series analysis

Neural networks

Statistical modelling

Trading algorithms

Education

Bachelor's in Computer Science

Master’s in Quant Finance

Master’s in Statistics

Tools

AWS SageMaker

Azure DevOps

ServiceNow

Job description

Contract - Data Scientist - Johannesburg - Banking

Penta Consulting are currently searching for an Data Scientist with experience working with trading data. This role will be based onsite in Johannesburg South Africa.

Please see details below to see if this is of interest.

Responsibilities

• Build and deploy ML models for financial forecasting and trading strategies
• Work with high-frequency trading data and apply normalization techniques
• Use market data and technical indicators to optimize algorithms
• Collaborate with data science, trading, and engineering teams
• Deploy models via AWS (especially SageMaker)
• Resolve technical issues in fast-paced, time-sensitive environments

Qualifications

Education:

• Bachelor's or Master’s in Computer Science, Quant Finance, Statistics, or related field

Required Skills

• 5+ years in global markets and data analysis
• Strong in SQL, Python, AWS, and QuickSight
• Expertise in time-series, neural networks, and statistical modelling
• Proven experience with trading algorithms (must-have)
• Familiar with tools like Azure DevOps, ServiceNow, and change management systems

If this is of interest please apply with your most up to date CV and I will call to discuss.

Thanks