Data Scientist — Analytics & Insights Innovator

Fnbnamibia; Randburg; On-site; ZAR 900,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Job summary

FirstRand Group's FNB Short Term Insurance data science team in Randburg invites applications for a Senior Data Scientist role focused on developing innovative quantitative models and analytics.

The successful candidate will explore diverse data sources, apply advanced statistical methods, and present insights to leadership, driving efficiency and strategic outcomes in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum qualification: B Degree in Engineering, Mathematical Sciences, Statistics, or Actuarial Science.
• Honours degree preferred.
• 3–5 years’ relevant experience.
• Intermediate to advanced coding skills in SAS.
• Knowledge of advanced analytical techniques (statistics, segmentation, optimization, experimental design).

Responsibilities

• Plan, build, optimise and implement quantitative analytical methods and models.
• Analyse diverse data sources to provide insights and support strategic initiatives in Short Term Insurance.
• Present findings to leadership forums and drive data-driven decisions.

Skills

SAS

Statistical methods

Data analysis

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Mathematical Sciences, Statistics, Actuarial Science

Honours degree

Job description

FirstRand Group's FNB Short Term Insurance data science team in Randburg invites applications for a Senior Data Scientist role focused on developing innovative quantitative models and analytics.

The successful candidate will explore diverse data sources, apply advanced statistical methods, and present insights to leadership, driving efficiency and strategic outcomes in a fast-paced environment.