Data Scientist (Mid-Level)

iOCO Pty Ltd; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 600 000 - 800 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology firm in Cape Town is seeking a Mid-Level Data Scientist to build predictive models and perform exploratory data analysis. Successful candidates will collaborate with cross-functional teams and provide insights that drive business strategy. Qualifications include a Level 6 NQF qualification in ICT or related fields. Experience with data visualization tools is preferred.

Qualifications

• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.
• Familiarity with machine learning techniques.

Responsibilities

• Build predictive models and conduct exploratory data analysis.
• Collaborate with teams for data-driven project success.
• Visualize and present insights to stakeholders.

Skills

Predictive modeling

Exploratory data analysis

Data visualization

Problem-solving

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Education

NQF Level 6 or higher qualification in ICT, Information Systems, Computer Science

Tools

Power BI

Tableau

Matplotlib

Seaborn

Job description

At iOCO, we use data to drive intelligent business decisions. We are looking for a Mid-Level Data Scientist to build predictive models, perform exploratory data analysis, and provide actionable insights that support business strategy. You’ll collaborate with cross-functional teams to turn data into solutions that drive measurable impact.

What You’ll do

• Build predictive models and conduct exploratory data analysis.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure the success of data-driven projects.
• Visualize and present insights to stakeholders for informed decision-making.
• Assist in data collection, cleaning, and preparation to support model development.
• Support the creation of basic models and algorithms.
• Learn and apply data visualization tools and techniques to communicate findings effectively.

Your Expertise

• Minimum of statistics, and basic machine learning techniques.
• Familiarity with data visualization tools (e.g., Power BI, Tableau, Matplotlib, Seaborn).
• Strong problem-solving, analytical, and communication skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team-oriented environment.

Qualifications

• NQF Level 6 or higher tertiary qualification in Information Communication Technology (ICT), Information Systems, Computer Science, or a related field.
• Cloud certification (Azure, AWS, or Google Cloud) advantageous.