Data Scientist - AI Focus

Placements24; Pretoria; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Hybrid work model

Career growth

Performance incentives

Job summary

Placements24 in Pretoria is seeking a highly analytical Data Scientist with a focus on AI to join our team. You will extract insights from complex datasets, build predictive models, and develop AI-driven features to enhance products and services.

The role offers a hybrid work model, opportunities to work with diverse data sources, and a collaborative environment that values data-informed decision making and innovation.

Qualifications

• Master's or PhD in quantitative field.
• Proven experience with AI/ML projects.
• Proficiency in Python or R and SQL.
• Experience with ML libraries and data tools.
• Familiarity with big data and cloud platforms.

Responsibilities

• Analyze large datasets to identify patterns and insights.
• Develop, train, and validate ML models for predictive/classification tasks.
• Design and implement AI algorithms to solve business problems.
• Collaborate with engineers and product managers to integrate models into applications.
• Communicate findings to technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Experiment with new data sources and techniques to improve results.

Skills

Python

R

SQL

Machine Learning

Data Analysis

Education

Master's or PhD in quantitative field

Tools

scikit-learn

TensorFlow

PyTorch

Big data technologies

Cloud platforms

Job description

About the Role

Our client is looking for a highly analytical and innovative Data Scientist with a strong focus on Artificial Intelligence to join their team in Pretoria . You will play a key role in extracting valuable insights from complex datasets, building predictive models, and developing AI-driven features that enhance products and services. This position offers the chance to work with diverse data sources and cutting-edge technologies in a collaborative setting. You will contribute significantly to data-informed decision-making and the advancement of AI capabilities within the organization.

Key Responsibilities

• Analyze large, complex datasets to identify patterns, trends, and actionable insights.
• Develop, train, and validate machine learning models for predictive and classification tasks.
• Design and implement AI algorithms to solve specific business problems.
• Collaborate with engineers and product managers to integrate data science models into applications.
• Communicate findings and recommendations clearly to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Experiment with new data sources and modeling techniques to continuously improve results.

Requirements

• Master's or Ph.D. in Statistics, Data Science, Computer Science, or a related quantitative field.
• Proven experience as a Data Scientist with a strong portfolio of AI/ML projects.
• Proficiency in programming languages like Python or R, and SQL.
• Hands-on experience with ML libraries (e.g., scikit-learn, TensorFlow, PyTorch) and data manipulation tools.
• Familiarity with big data technologies and cloud platforms is advantageous.
• Strong statistical modeling and analytical skills.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and performance-based incentives.
• Hybrid work model offering a balance of remote and in-office work.
• Opportunities for professional growth and skill development.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Engaging work environment in Pretoria with a focus on innovation.