Data Scientist - AI Specialization

Placements24; Pretoria; Hybrid; ZAR 800,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Medical and retirement benefits

Professional development opportunities

Flexible work environment

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a talented Data Scientist to join its Pretoria-based team. You will leverage advanced analytical techniques and cutting-edge ML algorithms to extract actionable insights from complex datasets, driving data-informed decisions across the organization.

You will design predictive models, validate hypotheses with experiments, and collaborate with engineering to deploy models into production environments while staying abreast of AI advancements.

Qualifications

• Master's or Ph.D. in Statistics, Data Science, Computer Science, or a related quantitative field.
• 3+ years of experience as a Data Scientist with a strong focus on AI/ML applications.
• Proficiency in Python or R, and experience with libraries like Pandas, NumPy, Scikit-learn, TensorFlow, or PyTorch.
• Solid understanding of statistical modeling, machine learning algorithms, and data mining techniques.
• Experience with SQL and working with relational databases.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with excellent communication abilities.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement predictive models, machine learning algorithms, and statistical analyses.
• Clean, transform, and prepare large datasets for analysis and modeling.
• Extract insights and generate reports to communicate findings to business stakeholders.
• Design and conduct A/B tests and other experiments to validate hypotheses.
• Collaborate with engineering teams to deploy models into production environments.
• Stay current with advancements in data science, AI, and machine learning techniques.

Skills

Statistical modeling

Data mining

Communication

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Education

Master's or Ph.D. in Statistics, Data Science, Computer Science, or related field

Tools

Python

R

Pandas

NumPy

Scikit-learn

TensorFlow

PyTorch

SQL

Job description

About the Role

Our client is looking for a talented Data Scientist with a specialization in AI and Machine Learning to join their dynamic team in Pretoria . In this role, you will leverage advanced analytical techniques and cutting-edge ML algorithms to extract actionable insights from complex datasets, driving data-informed decision-making across the organization. You will work on challenging projects that involve predictive modeling, pattern recognition, and AI-driven solutions, contributing significantly to our client's competitive edge. This is an exciting opportunity for a data enthusiast eager to apply their skills in a stimulating and growth-oriented environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement predictive models, machine learning algorithms, and statistical analyses.
• Clean, transform, and prepare large datasets for analysis and modeling.
• Extract insights and generate reports to communicate findings to business stakeholders.
• Design and conduct A/B tests and other experiments to validate hypotheses.
• Collaborate with engineering teams to deploy models into production environments.
• Stay current with advancements in data science, AI, and machine learning techniques.

Requirements

• Master's or Ph.D. in Statistics, Data Science, Computer Science, or a related quantitative field.
• 3+ years of experience as a Data Scientist with a strong focus on AI/ML applications.
• Proficiency in Python or R, and experience with libraries like Pandas, NumPy, Scikit-learn, TensorFlow, or PyTorch.
• Solid understanding of statistical modeling, machine learning algorithms, and data mining techniques.
• Experience with SQL and working with relational databases.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with excellent communication abilities.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and performance-based incentives.
• Exposure to diverse and challenging AI projects within a forward-thinking company.
• Comprehensive medical and retirement benefits.
• Opportunities for continuous learning and professional development in the AI field.
• A flexible and collaborative work environment that encourages innovation.