Graduate Data Scientist

Placements24; Sandton; Hybrid; ZAR 320,000 - 520,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Remote work

Mentorship

Conference attendance

Learning budget

Job summary

WhatJobs Direct is seeking a Graduate Data Scientist for a fully remote role, offering a flexible and dynamic environment. You will develop predictive models, analyze large datasets, and extract insights to drive data-driven decisions.

Ideal candidates hold a Master’s or PhD in a quantitative field, are proficient in Python or R, and can work independently with strong communication across distributed teams.

Qualifications

• Master's or PhD in Data Science, Computer Science, Statistics or Mathematics.
• Strong programming in Python or R with ML libraries.
• Solid understanding of statistical modeling and ML algorithms.
• Experience with SQL and large datasets.
• Proficient in data visualization tools.
• Excellent communication and remote collaboration skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop, train, and deploy machine learning models to solve business problems.
• Analyze large datasets to derive actionable insights.
• Perform data wrangling, cleaning and feature engineering.
• Design experiments to validate models and hypotheses.
• Visualize results for stakeholders and communicate findings.
• Collaborate with engineering to productionize data science solutions.
• Stay updated with advances in data science and ML.
• Contribute to data-driven strategies.

Skills

Python

R

Statistical modeling

Data analysis

Problem-solving

Education

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

Tools

Pandas

NumPy

Scikit-learn

TensorFlow

PyTorch

SQL

Tableau

Job description

About the Role

Our client, WhatJobs Direct, is looking for an innovative and driven Graduate Data Scientist to join their pioneering data science team. This is a fully remote position, offering a flexible and dynamic work environment for individuals passionate about machine learning, statistical modeling, and data analysis. You will work on challenging projects, developing predictive models, extracting insights from complex datasets, and contributing to data-driven decision-making. This remote-first role requires strong self-discipline, excellent communication skills, and the ability to collaborate effectively with a geographically dispersed team. Our client is committed to fostering the growth of emerging talent and providing opportunities to work with cutting-edge technologies. This is an exceptional opportunity for a recent graduate to make a significant impact in the field of data science from anywhere, contributing to groundbreaking initiatives.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, train, and deploy machine learning models to solve business problems.
• Analyze large and complex datasets to uncover actionable insights.
• Perform data wrangling, cleaning, and feature engineering.
• Design and conduct experiments to test hypotheses and validate models.
• Visualize data and model results for various stakeholders.
• Collaborate with engineering teams to integrate data science solutions into production systems.
• Stay current with the latest advancements in data science and machine learning.
• Contribute to the development of data-driven strategies.

Requirements

• A Master's or Ph.D. in Data Science, Computer Science, Statistics, Mathematics, or a related quantitative field.
• Strong programming skills in Python or R, with experience in libraries like Pandas, NumPy, Scikit-learn, TensorFlow, or PyTorch.
• Solid understanding of statistical modeling and machine learning algorithms.
• Experience with SQL and working with large datasets.
• Proficiency in data visualization tools.
• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Strong communication and presentation skills, with the ability to explain complex concepts clearly.
• Ability to work independently and manage projects effectively in a remote setting.

Benefits

• Our client offers a highly competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package.
• As a fully remote position, this role provides exceptional flexibility and work-life balance.
• You will gain exposure to challenging and impactful data science projects, work with state-of-the-art tools, and receive mentorship from industry-leading data scientists.
• Opportunities for continuous learning, professional development, and conference attendance are provided.
• This is a fantastic opportunity to advance your career in data science with a forward-thinking company that values innovation and employee growth, all from your remote location.

Join us to shape the future with data.