Data Scientist – AI Platform – Johannesburg- up to R530 per hour

E-Merge; Pretoria; On-site; ZAR 400 000 - 500 000; Part time

Job summary

A dynamic global group is recruiting for an AI Consultant / Data Scientist in Pretoria. The role involves assessing AI maturity, designing solutions, and providing training to stakeholders. Candidates should have a BSc in Statistics or related fields, proficiency in Python, and experience in machine learning. The position offers an hourly rate of R430 to R530, negotiable based on experience.

Qualifications

• Experience in machine learning, automation, and change management.
• Strong interpersonal and organizational skills.
• Proficiency in Python (preferred), DevOps, and Cloud Management.

Responsibilities

• Assess the department's current AI maturity and identify opportunities to leverage AI.
• Design and implement AI solutions, including developing machine learning models.
• Provide training and support to IT developers and business analysts.

Skills

Machine learning

Python

NLP / NLU Technology Integration

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Education

BSc in Statistics, Informatics, or Computer Science

Tools

GitHub

Jira

Confluence

PyCharm

VSCode

Job description

A dynamic global group with a focus on innovation topics as well as comprehensive IT solutions and Global Team collaboration driving experiences with a deep insight into the compliance and IT Methodology processes is recruiting for an AI Consultant / Data Scientist to offer a deep insight into the compliance and IT Methodology processes, with the ability to offer an extended vested interest in the success and sustainability of the group.

Responsibilities

• Assessing the department''s current AI maturity and identifying opportunities to leverage AI to improve business processes, decision-making, and outcomes.
• Designing and implementing AI solutions, including developing machine learning models, automating workflows, and integrating AI into existing systems.
• Providing training, coaching, and hands-on support to help our IT developers, functional consultants, business analysts.
• Serving as a subject matter expert and thought leader on AI, educating stakeholders and the department on the latest trends, technologies, and best practices.
• Collaborating cross-functionally to translate technical AI concepts into business value and get buy-in for AI initiatives.
• Continuously monitoring the performance of AI solutions and adjusting optimize their effectiveness.
• Any additional responsibilities assigned in terms of the Agile Working Model (AWM) Charter.

Qualifications and Experience

• BSc in Statistics, Informatics, or Computer Science
• 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
• OS : Windows, Linux, Unix

The Reference Number for this position is NG59920 which is a Contract role in Menlyn, Pretoria offering an hourly rate of R430 to R530 per hour negotiable based on experience. E-mail Nokuthula