Data Scientist - Predictive Analytics and Modeling

Placements24; Sandton; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,400,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Performance-based bonuses

Medical benefits

Retirement benefits

Professional development allowance

State-of-the-art analytical tools

Job summary

Placements24 in Sandton is seeking a skilled Data Scientist to drive innovation through predictive analytics and modeling. You will develop and deploy statistical models and ML algorithms to solve business problems using large-scale data in South Africa's financial hub.

The role requires advanced degrees and 5+ years of experience with Python or R, SQL, and big data tech. Excellent communication and problem-solving skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Master's or PhD in a quantitative field.
• 5+ years of Data Scientist experience with predictive modeling.
• Proficiency in Python or R and ML libraries.
• Strong SQL and big data tech experience (Spark, Hadoop).
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement predictive models and ML algorithms to address business challenges.
• Perform data mining, statistical analysis, and data visualization to identify trends.
• Clean, transform, and prepare large, complex datasets for analysis.
• Collaborate with business stakeholders to translate requirements into DS solutions.
• Communicate findings clearly through reports and presentations.
• Stay updated on the latest data science advancements.

Skills

Python

R

SQL

Machine learning

Statistical modeling

Communication

Problem solving

Education

Master's or PhD in Data Science/Statistics/CS

Tools

scikit-learn

TensorFlow

PyTorch

Spark

Hadoop

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a highly skilled Data Scientist to drive innovation through predictive analytics and modeling in Sandton. This role is instrumental in extracting actionable insights from complex datasets, enabling informed decision-making across various business functions. You will develop and deploy sophisticated statistical models and machine learning algorithms to solve critical business problems. This is an exciting opportunity to work with large-scale data and advanced analytical techniques within a dynamic and growth-oriented environment in South Africa's financial hub.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement predictive models and machine learning algorithms to address business challenges.
• Perform data mining, statistical analysis, and data visualization to identify trends and patterns.
• Clean, transform, and prepare large, complex datasets for analysis.
• Collaborate with business stakeholders to understand requirements and translate them into data science solutions.
• Communicate complex findings and recommendations clearly through reports and presentations.
• Stay abreast of the latest advancements in data science and machine learning techniques.

Requirements

• Master's or PhD in Data Science, Statistics, Computer Science, or a related quantitative field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience as a Data Scientist, with a proven track record in predictive modeling.
• Proficiency in programming languages such as Python or R, and relevant libraries (e.g., scikit-learn, TensorFlow, PyTorch).
• Strong experience with SQL and big data technologies (e.g., Spark, Hadoop).
• Solid understanding of statistical modeling, machine learning algorithms, and experimental design.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary with performance-based bonuses.
• Comprehensive medical and retirement benefits package.
• Generous annual leave and professional development allowance.
• Access to state-of-the‑art analytical tools and resources.
• A dynamic and intellectually stimulating work environment.