Data Scientist - Predictive Analytics

Placements24; Rustenburg; On-site; ZAR 800,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement fund

Learning resources

Career development

Collaborative culture

Job summary

Placements24 in Rustenburg is seeking a Data Scientist specialized in Predictive Analytics to join our AI & Emerging Technologies team. You will uncover insights from complex datasets, build predictive models, and inform strategic decisions that strengthen the company’s competitive edge.

Collaborate with business units, design experiments, and translate findings into actionable recommendations. You will work with engineers to deploy models into production, using Python/R, SQL, and ML libraries

Qualifications

• Master's degree or Ph.D. in Statistics, Mathematics, Computer Science, or a related quantitative field.
• 3-5 years of experience as a Data Scientist with a strong focus on predictive modeling.
• Proficiency in programming languages such as Python or R and SQL.
• Experience with machine learning libraries and frameworks (e.g., Scikit-learn, TensorFlow).
• Strong understanding of statistical concepts and experimental design.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement predictive models using statistical analysis and machine learning techniques.
• Analyze large, complex datasets to identify trends, patterns, and actionable insights.
• Design and conduct A/B tests and other experiments to validate hypotheses.
• Communicate complex findings and recommendations clearly to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Collaborate with engineers to integrate models into production systems and business processes.

Skills

Predictive modeling

Statistical analysis

Experiment design

Communication with stakeholders

Education

Master's or PhD in Statistics/Math/CS

Tools

Python

R

SQL

Scikit-learn/TensorFlow

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a talented Data Scientist with a specialization in Predictive Analytics to join their dynamic AI & Emerging Technologies team in Rustenburg . This role is crucial for uncovering insights from complex datasets, building predictive models, and informing strategic business decisions. You will work closely with business units to identify opportunities for data-driven improvements and translate analytical findings into actionable recommendations. This position offers a fantastic opportunity to apply advanced statistical and machine learning techniques in a collaborative environment, directly contributing to the company's competitive edge through data intelligence and innovation within the heart of North West .

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement predictive models using statistical analysis and machine learning techniques.
• Analyze large, complex datasets to identify trends, patterns, and actionable insights.
• Design and conduct A/B tests and other experiments to validate hypotheses.
• Communicate complex findings and recommendations clearly to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Collaborate with engineers to integrate models into production systems and business processes.

Requirements

• Master's degree or Ph.D. in Statistics, Mathematics, Computer Science, or a related quantitative field.
• 3-5 years of experience as a Data Scientist with a strong focus on predictive modeling.
• Proficiency in programming languages such as Python or R and SQL.
• Experience with machine learning libraries and frameworks (e.g., Scikit-learn, TensorFlow).
• Strong understanding of statistical concepts and experimental design.

Benefits

• Competitive annual salary with performance bonuses.
• Opportunity to work on impactful projects within a leading AI & Emerging Technologies team in Rustenburg.
• Comprehensive health insurance and retirement fund contributions.
• Access to continuous learning resources and professional development opportunities.
• A supportive and innovative work culture focused on data-driven decision-making.