Data Scientist - AI Specialization

Placements24; Randburg; Hybrid; ZAR 700,000 - 1,100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work environment

Professional development budget

Health and retirement benefits

Diverse AI projects in Randburg

Job summary

Randburg, Gauteng-based company is seeking a highly analytical Data Scientist specializing in AI to join our growing team. You will leverage advanced statistics and ML to extract insights, build predictive models, and develop AI-driven solutions that drive business decisions.

You will collaborate with cross-functional teams, deploy models into production, and communicate findings clearly to stakeholders. A Master’s or PhD and 3+ years in data science with AI focus are required; proficiency in

Qualifications

• Master's or PhD in Statistics, Computer Science, Mathematics, or a related quantitative field.
• 3+ years of experience as a Data Scientist, with a strong focus on AI and machine learning.
• Proficiency in Python or R, and experience with data science libraries (e.g., pandas, scikit-learn, TensorFlow/PyTorch).
• Strong SQL skills and experience with data warehousing concepts.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement machine learning models for predictive analytics, classification, and clustering.
• Analyze large, complex datasets to identify trends, patterns, and actionable insights.
• Design and conduct A/B tests and other experiments to evaluate model performance and business impact.
• Collaborate with engineering teams to deploy models into production environments.
• Communicate findings and recommendations clearly to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.

Job description

About the Role

Our client is looking for a highly analytical and skilled Data Scientist with a specialization in AI to join their growing team in Randburg. This role will involve leveraging advanced statistical techniques and machine learning algorithms to extract insights from complex datasets, build predictive models, and develop AI-driven solutions. You will have the opportunity to work on challenging problems, contribute to data-informed decision-making, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive innovation. Join us in making a significant impact with data in the bustling tech scene of Gauteng.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement machine learning models for predictive analytics, classification, and clustering.
• Analyze large, complex datasets to identify trends, patterns, and actionable insights.
• Design and conduct A/B tests and other experiments to evaluate model performance and business impact.
• Collaborate with engineering teams to deploy models into production environments.
• Communicate findings and recommendations clearly to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.

Requirements

• Master's or PhD in Statistics, Computer Science, Mathematics, or a related quantitative field.
• 3+ years of experience as a Data Scientist, with a strong focus on AI and machine learning.
• Proficiency in Python or R, and experience with data science libraries (e.g., pandas, scikit-learn, TensorFlow/PyTorch).
• Strong SQL skills and experience with data warehousing concepts.
• Excellent problem-solving abilities and a passion for uncovering insights from data.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and performance-based incentives.
• Comprehensive health and retirement benefits.
• Opportunities to work on diverse AI projects in Randburg.
• Professional development budget for training and conferences.
• Hybrid work environment offering flexibility and collaboration in Gauteng.