Graduate Data Scientist

Placements24; Centurion; Remote; ZAR 360,000 - 540,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Performance bonuses

Remote work setup stipend

Professional development opportunities

Access to cutting-edge data tools

Flexible working hours

Job summary

Placements24 in South Africa is seeking a highly analytical Graduate Data Scientist to join our remote-first team. You will work on challenging data projects, applying statistical modeling, machine learning, and data visualization to generate actionable insights from large datasets.

The role requires recent graduates with strong Python or R skills, SQL knowledge, and a solid foundation in statistics. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams, communicate findings clearly, and grow your

Qualifications

• Master's or PhD in Data Science, Statistics, Mathematics, Computer Science, or a related quantitative field.
• Strong programming skills in Python or R with libraries (pandas, scikit-learn, TensorFlow).
• Solid understanding of statistical concepts and ML algorithms.
• Experience with SQL and data querying.

Responsibilities

• Collect, clean, and preprocess large datasets from various sources.
• Develop and implement statistical models and ML algorithms to extract insights.
• Perform exploratory data analysis to identify trends, patterns, and anomalies.
• Visualize data and model results using various tools for clear communication.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to understand data needs and deliver insights.
• Stay updated with the latest advancements in data science and ML techniques.

Skills

Python

R

Pandas

Scikit-learn

TensorFlow

SQL

Data visualization

Education

Master's in Data Science

PhD in Data Science

Tools

TensorFlow

Job description

About the Role

Our client is looking for highly analytical and motivated Graduate Data Scientists to join their fully remote team. This role is perfect for recent graduates passionate about uncovering insights from complex datasets and leveraging data to drive business decisions. You will work on challenging projects, applying statistical modeling, machine learning techniques, and data visualization to solve real-world problems. This is a fantastic opportunity to develop your skills in a supportive, remote-first environment, contributing to innovative data-driven strategies and growing your expertise within a collaborative and forward-thinking organization.

Key Responsibilities

• Collect, clean, and preprocess large datasets from various sources.
• Develop and implement statistical models and machine learning algorithms to extract meaningful insights.
• Perform exploratory data analysis to identify trends, patterns, and anomalies.
• Visualize data and model results using various tools and techniques for clear communication.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to understand data needs and deliver actionable insights.
• Stay updated with the latest advancements in data science and machine learning techniques.

Requirements

• Master's or PhD in Data Science, Statistics, Mathematics, Computer Science, or a related quantitative field.
• Strong programming skills in languages such as Python or R, including relevant libraries (e.g., pandas, scikit-learn, TensorFlow).
• Solid understanding of statistical concepts, machine learning algorithms, and data modeling techniques.
• Experience with database querying languages like SQL.
• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Effective communication skills, with the ability to explain complex findings to both technical and non-technical audiences in a remote setting.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary and performance-based bonuses.
• Comprehensive remote work setup support and home office stipend.
• Opportunities for professional development, conferences, and certifications.
• Access to cutting-edge tools and technologies in data science.
• Flexible working hours and a strong work-life balance.
• Collaborative and inclusive virtual team culture.