Data Scientist - JHB

Decision Inc; Midrand; On-site; ZAR 500,000 - 700,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading analytics consulting firm in Midrand is looking for a Data Scientist. The role includes identifying predictive models, participating in business analysis, and producing insight reports. Candidates should have relevant qualifications and experience in SQL and analytics tools like R and Python. This position offers exposure to various industries and excellent training opportunities.

Benefits

Excellent training opportunities

Career development plan

Exposure to multiple clients across various industries

Qualifications

• 3 Years working experience in SQL or Oracle.
• 2 Years working experience in R, Python, SAS, or similar analytics tools.
• Possession of a valid driver's license and own transportation.

Responsibilities

• Identify and develop Predictive and Prescriptive Models to enable better decision making.
• Participate in analysis and design sessions to determine the best fit solutions for clients.
• Produce insight and recommendation reports and presentations.

Skills

Laboratory Experience

Machine Learning

Data Analysis Skills

Education

Relevant qualification in Actuarial Science, Masters in Applied or Pure Mathematics, Statistics, Economics, or similar

Tools

SQL

R

Python

SAS

Job description

Decision Inc. is currently looking for young and ambitious Data Scientist to join our Data Information and Analytics team as client-facing permanently employed consultant. Good communication and collaboration skills are therefore essential as well as great statistical ability on at least one platform (R Python SAS or SPSS). There will be exposure to a wide range of industries so the ability to quickly understand new business environments is essential.

Who Are We

Decision Inc. is a leader in enabling its clients to make better decisions faster. The Companys foundation is built in technology; however what makes us unique is our understanding of effective decision making.

We represent the following leading global technology brands and are experts in the implementation support and execution of these technologies : Qlik Microsoft BI (SQL SSIS SSRS SSAS PowerBI) Tableau R Python Alteryx and SAP.

What Will You Do

• Identify and develop Predictive and Prescriptive Models to enable better decision making for our clients
• Participate in analysis and design sessions work with business analysts to determine the best fit solution for our clients
• Delve for insights in client data and processes to help improve their businesses
• Integrate Models into existing or new BI solution with the rest of the consulting team
• Communicate progress with client and project teams
• Produce insight and recommendation reports and presentations

Who Do You Need To Be

Candidates must have a relevant qualification in

• Actuarial Science
• Masters in Applied or Pure Mathematics Statistics Economics or any other relevant analytical field
• CA(SA)

OR

• BEng BSc (preferably Honours) BComm (preferably Honours)
• 3 Years working experience in SQL or Oracle
• 2 Years working experience in either R Python SAS MATLAB Rapid Miner or SAP Predictive Analytics
• Be in possession of a valid drivers license and own transportation

What's in it for you

• Exposure to multiple clients across a various of industry verticals (Retail; Manufacturing; Logistics; Telcos; Financial Services; Mining; Public Enterprise)
• Success driven culture that rewards great performance
• Excellent training opportunities - We place a big focus on up skilling our employees to be the best they can be and will assist you obtaining your certifications within your relevant technology
• We believing in cross skilling and offer our consultants an opportunity to be exposed to multiple Stats BI and Data technologies
• When joining the company a clear Career Development Plan will be drawn up for you to help you reach the next level in your career

Key Skills

Laboratory Experience,Immunoassays,Machine Learning,Biochemistry,Assays,Research Experience,Spectroscopy,Research & Development,cGMP,Cell Culture,Molecular Biology,Data Analysis Skills