Data Scientist – Ai Platform – Johannesburg- Up To R530 Per Hour

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Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking a Data Scientist to join their team in Pretoria. This role involves designing AI solutions and providing training. Candidates should have a BSc in Statistics, Informatics, or Computer Science and strong skills in Python and AI technologies. This is a contract role, offering an hourly rate that is negotiable based on experience.

Qualifications

• Experience in machine learning, automation, and AI integration.
• Strong ability to educate stakeholders on AI trends.
• Proven experience in AI projects and performance monitoring.

Responsibilities

• Assess AI maturity in the department and identify improvement areas.
• Design and implement AI solutions, developing machine-learning models.
• Provide training and support to internal staff on AI applications.
• Collaborate cross-functionally to drive AI initiatives.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Proficiency in Python

Experience in NLP / NLU

Change management

Education

BSc in Statistics

BSc in Informatics

BSc in Computer Science

Tools

GitHub

Jira

Confluence

PyCharm

VSCode

Windows

Linux

Unix

Job description

SUMMARY

Data Scientist – AI Platform – Johannesburg – up to R per hour

Recruiter: E-MergeJob Ref: NG

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Assess the department's current AI maturity and identify opportunities to leverage AI to improve business processes, decision‑making, and outcomes.
• Design and implement AI solutions, including developing machine‑learning models, automating workflows, and integrating AI into existing systems.
• Provide training, coaching, and hands‑on support to IT developers, functional consultants, and business analysts.
• Serve as subject‑matter expert and thought leader on AI, educating stakeholders and the department on the latest trends, technologies, and best practices.
• Collaborate cross‑functionally to translate technical AI concepts into business value and obtain buy‑in for AI initiatives.
• Continuously monitor the performance of AI solutions and adjust/optimize their effectiveness.
• Perform any additional responsibilities assigned in terms of the Agile Working Model (AWM) Charter.

QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE

• BSc in Statistics, Informatics, or Computer Science.
• Experience in 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.

REQUIRED TOOLS & LANGUAGES

Python, JavaScript, HTML, CSS

GitHub, Jira, Confluence, PyCharm, VSCode

OS: Windows, Linux, Unix

CONTRACT DETAILS

Location: Menlyn, Pretoria

Employment type: Contract (Hourly)

Hourly rate: Negotiable based on experience.

CONTACT

E‑mail: nokuthulag@e‑Merge.co.za

Phone: (contact number not provided in text)

NOTES

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