Data Scientist: Insights, Modelling & Stakeholder Impact

FirstRand Bank Limited; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 500 000 - 800 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading financial institution in Johannesburg is seeking a data scientist to plan, build, and implement innovative quantitative analytical methodologies. The role involves creating insights, engaging with stakeholders, and producing high-quality outputs. Candidates should have a relevant qualification and experience ranging from 1 to over 5 years in a similar environment. The company promotes a curious and mastery-driven culture with opportunities for innovation and collaboration.

Benefits

Opportunities to network and collaborate

Challenging work

Opportunities to innovate

Qualifications

• 1 - 3 years in a similar data scientist environment.
• 3 - 5 years in a similar data scientist environment for Data Scientist II.
• 5+ years in a similar data scientist environment for Data Scientist III.
• Experience with predictive modelling is beneficial.
• Experience in pricing between product houses.

Responsibilities

• Create insightful views from data.
• Find answers to business problems using data.
• Understand stakeholder requirements through communication.
• Produce high-quality outputs within deadlines.
• Summarise insights for stakeholders.

Skills

SAS

SQL

Python

PowerBI

R

Education

Qualification in Mathematics, Actuarial Science, Statistics, Engineering, Computer Science or similar

Job description

A leading financial institution in Johannesburg is seeking a data scientist to plan, build, and implement innovative quantitative analytical methodologies. The role involves creating insights, engaging with stakeholders, and producing high-quality outputs. Candidates should have a relevant qualification and experience ranging from 1 to over 5 years in a similar environment. The company promotes a curious and mastery-driven culture with opportunities for innovation and collaboration.