Data Scientist - AI Focus

Placements24; Bloemfontein; Hybrid; ZAR 600,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Medical aid

Retirement fund

Professional development

Conference attendance

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a talented Data Scientist in Welkom to develop, train, and evaluate machine learning and deep learning models for business applications.

You will perform exploratory data analysis, design preprocessing pipelines, and translate complex findings into actionable insights for stakeholders, while collaborating with engineering teams to deploy models and stay ahead of AI advancements.

Qualifications

• Master’s or PhD in Statistics, Mathematics, Computer Science, Data Science, or a related field.
• Proven experience in applying machine learning algorithms to solve business problems.
• Proficiency in Python or R and libraries (Pandas, NumPy, Scikit-learn, TensorFlow, PyTorch).
• Strong understanding of statistics and experimental design.
• Experience with data visualization tools.

Responsibilities

• Develop, train, and evaluate ML and DL models for business applications.
• Perform EDA to identify patterns and anomalies in large datasets.
• Design data preprocessing and feature engineering pipelines.
• Translate analytical findings into actionable insights for stakeholders.
• Collaborate with engineering teams to deploy models into production.
• Stay current with AI and ML advancements.

Skills

Python

R

ML algorithms

EDA

Data visualization

Education

Master’s or PhD in Statistics/Mathematics/CS/Data Science

Tools

Pandas

NumPy

Scikit-learn

TensorFlow

PyTorch

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a talented and analytical Data Scientist with a strong focus on AI to join their team in Welkom . This role involves leveraging vast datasets to develop predictive models, uncover insights, and build intelligent systems that drive business value. You will work on challenging projects that utilize machine learning and deep learning techniques to solve complex problems. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to data-driven decision-making and innovation within a supportive team that values curiosity, rigorous analysis, and the application of advanced AI techniques to real-world scenarios, making a tangible impact on business outcomes.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, train, and evaluate machine learning and deep learning models for various business applications.
• Perform exploratory data analysis (EDA) to identify patterns, trends, and anomalies in large datasets.
• Design and implement data preprocessing and feature engineering pipelines.
• Translate complex analytical findings into clear, actionable insights for stakeholders.
• Collaborate with engineering teams to deploy models into production environments.
• Stay current with the latest advancements in AI, machine learning, and statistical modeling.

Requirements

• Master's or Ph.D. in Statistics, Mathematics, Computer Science, Data Science, or a related field.
• Proven experience in applying machine learning algorithms to solve business problems.
• Proficiency in programming languages such as Python or R, and relevant libraries (e.g., Pandas, NumPy, Scikit-learn, TensorFlow, PyTorch).
• Strong understanding of statistical concepts and experimental design.
• Experience with data visualization tools and techniques.
• Excellent problem-solving abilities and attention to detail.

Benefits

• Competitive annual salary with potential for performance bonuses.
• Comprehensive medical aid and retirement fund contributions.
• Generous allocation of leave days.
• Opportunities for professional development and attending industry conferences.
• A collaborative and intellectually stimulating work environment.