Data Scientist - Machine Learning Specialist

Placements24; Stellenbosch; Ibrido; ZAR 700.000 - 1.200.000; Tempo pieno

Descrizione del lavoro

Placements24 in Paarl, Western Cape, seeks an innovative Data Scientist with ML specialization to drive predictive modeling and data-driven insights. Join a cutting-edge IT & Software team to work on large datasets and advanced analytics.

You will deploy ML solutions, collaborate across functions, and shape data strategies while leveraging cloud services and modern tooling in a research-driven environment.

Competenze

• Advanced degree in a quantitative field with strong ML focus.
• Proven experience building and deploying ML models.
• Proficiency in Python or R and ML libraries.

Mansioni

• Develop, train, and deploy ML models to solve business problems.
• Analyze large datasets to identify trends and insights.
• Design data mining and statistical analysis techniques.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define project scope.
• Prepare data for analysis and model building.
• Evaluate ML algorithms and approaches.
• Build data pipelines and feature engineering processes.
• Communicate findings via visualizations and reports.
• Stay updated with advances in data science and ML.
• Contribute to data strategies and best practices.
• Conduct A/B testing and experimental design.

Conoscenze

Data science

Machine learning

Python

R

SQL

Data visualization

Cloud platforms

Formazione

Master's or PhD in CS/Statistics/Math

Strumenti

scikit-learn

TensorFlow

PyTorch

Pandas

NumPy

Descrizione del lavoro

About the Role

Our client is actively seeking an innovative and analytical Data Scientist with a specialization in Machine Learning to join their cutting-edge IT & Software team in Paarl, Western Cape . This role is pivotal in leveraging data to drive business insights, develop predictive models, and implement machine learning solutions. You will work with large datasets, employing advanced statistical techniques and ML algorithms to solve complex problems. The ideal candidate possesses a strong quantitative background, expertise in programming languages relevant to data science, and a proven track record of delivering impactful data-driven projects. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to data innovation within a progressive company located in the picturesque Boland region. We are dedicated to fostering a research-driven environment in Paarl, Western Cape , where data expertise is highly valued and experimentation is encouraged.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, train, and deploy machine learning models to address business challenges.
• Analyze large, complex datasets to identify trends, patterns, and actionable insights.
• Design and implement data mining and statistical analysis techniques.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to understand data needs and define project scope.
• Clean, transform, and prepare data for analysis and model building.
• Evaluate and compare different ML algorithms and approaches.
• Develop and maintain data pipelines and feature engineering processes.
• Communicate findings and insights clearly through visualizations and reports.
• Stay updated with the latest advancements in data science and machine learning.
• Contribute to the development of data strategies and best practices.
• Perform A/B testing and experimental design.

Requirements

• Master's or Ph.D. in Computer Science, Statistics, Mathematics, or a related quantitative field.
• Proven experience as a Data Scientist with a strong focus on machine learning.
• Proficiency in programming languages such as Python or R, and relevant libraries (e.g., scikit-learn, TensorFlow, PyTorch, Pandas, NumPy).
• Strong understanding of statistical modeling, data mining, and machine learning algorithms (e.g., regression, classification, clustering, deep learning).
• Experience with data visualization tools and techniques.
• Familiarity with SQL and database management.
• Experience working with large datasets and distributed computing frameworks (e.g., Spark) is a plus.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills.
• Strong communication and presentation skills, capable of explaining complex concepts to diverse audiences.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment, relevant for the Paarl, Western Cape setting.
• Experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) and their ML services is desirable.

Benefits

Our client offers a competitive salary, comprehensive health and wellness benefits, and substantial opportunities for professional growth, including access to conferences and advanced training programs. Work on challenging and impactful data science projects in the beautiful region of Paarl, Western Cape . Benefits include performance-based bonuses, flexible working hours, and a stimulating research-oriented environment.