Graduate Data Scientist

Placements24; Soweto; Hybrid; ZAR 240,000 - 340,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully remote work arrangement

Learning & development opportunities

Performance-based bonuses

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Graduate Data Scientist to join its analytics team in a fully remote role. You will apply statistical analysis, machine learning, and data visualization to extract insights from large datasets and support data-driven decisions.

We welcome recent graduates with a quantitative background and strong programming skills in Python or R. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams, learn continuously, and contribute to impactful projects in a remote-first culture.

Job description

About the Role

Our client is looking for an inquisitive and skilled Graduate Data Scientist to join their cutting-edge analytics team, working remotely. This is an outstanding opportunity for a recent graduate with a strong quantitative background and a passion for extracting insights from complex datasets. You will apply statistical analysis, machine learning, and data visualization techniques to solve challenging business problems and drive data-informed strategies. We are committed to fostering a collaborative, remote-first culture that encourages learning, innovation, and professional growth in the exciting field of data science.

Key Responsibilities

• Analyze large, complex datasets to identify patterns, trends, and insights.
• Develop and implement statistical models and machine learning algorithms to address business challenges.
• Create compelling data visualizations and dashboards to communicate findings to stakeholders.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define data requirements and project objectives.
• Clean, transform, and prepare data for analysis and modeling.
• Stay abreast of the latest advancements in data science and artificial intelligence.

Requirements

• A completed degree in Data Science, Statistics, Computer Science, Mathematics, or a related quantitative field.
• Solid understanding of statistical modeling, machine learning algorithms, and data mining techniques.
• Proficiency in programming languages such as Python or R, and relevant libraries (e.g., Pandas, Scikit-learn, TensorFlow).
• Experience with data visualization tools (e.g., Tableau, Power BI).
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with meticulous attention to detail.
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to explain technical concepts to non-technical audiences.

Benefits

• Competitive graduate salary and performance-based bonuses.
• Fully remote work arrangement, offering flexibility and work-life balance.
• Opportunities for continuous learning, professional development, and attending conferences.
• Exposure to diverse and impactful data science projects.
• A collaborative and innovative virtual team environment, fostering professional growth.