Lead AI Data Scientist

Placements24; Mtubatuba Local Municipality; Hybrid; ZAR 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual bonus

Health insurance

Paid time off

Training & development

Hybrid work model

Pension scheme

Relocation assistance

Access to analytical tools

Job summary

Placements24 in Richards Bay, KwaZulu-Natal seeks a Lead AI Data Scientist to guide a team of data scientists and AI specialists in building and deploying advanced analytical models to optimize industrial processes. You will extract actionable insights from complex datasets, develop predictive models, and implement AI solutions that enhance efficiency and productivity within the company's operations.

This leadership role offers a challenging yet rewarding career path with opportunities to shape

Qualifications

• Master's or Ph.D. in Data Science, Statistics, Computer Science, or a related quantitative field.
• 7+ years of experience in data science, with a proven track record of leading projects and teams.
• Strong expertise in statistical modeling, machine learning algorithms, and data mining techniques.
• Proficiency in programming languages such as Python or R, and relevant libraries (pandas, scikit-learn, TensorFlow, PyTorch).

Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor a team of data scientists and AI engineers.
• Develop and implement advanced statistical and machine learning models for predictive analytics and optimization.
• Identify opportunities to apply AI and machine learning to solve business problems in an industrial context.
• Perform complex data analysis, exploration, and visualization on large datasets.
• Collaborate with domain experts and stakeholders to define project requirements and deliverables.
• Design and execute A/B tests and other experiments to validate model performance.
• Deploy and monitor machine learning models in production environments.
• Communicate findings and recommendations clearly to both technical and non-technical audiences.
• Stay abreast of the latest research and techniques in data science and artificial intelligence.
• Contribute to the development of the company's data science strategy and best practices.

Skills

Leadership

Data science

Machine learning

Python

R

Big data

Cloud platforms

SQL

Communication

Education

MSc/PhD in a quantitative field

Tools

Spark

Hadoop

Python

R

TensorFlow

PyTorch

SQL

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a prominent industrial technology company, is seeking a Lead AI Data Scientist to join their growing team in Richards Bay, KwaZulu-Natal. This leadership position will involve guiding a team of data scientists and AI specialists in developing and deploying advanced analytical models to optimize industrial processes and drive innovation. You will be instrumental in extracting actionable insights from complex datasets, developing predictive models, and implementing AI solutions that enhance efficiency and productivity within the company's operations. The role offers a challenging yet rewarding career path, with the opportunity to shape the future of AI adoption in a key industrial hub. This hybrid role allows for a balance between in-office collaboration and remote flexibility, fostering a dynamic work environment in the scenic coastal city of Richards Bay.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor a team of data scientists and AI engineers.
• Develop and implement advanced statistical and machine learning models for predictive analytics and optimization.
• Identify opportunities to apply AI and machine learning to solve business problems in an industrial context.
• Perform complex data analysis, exploration, and visualization on large datasets.
• Collaborate with domain experts and stakeholders to define project requirements and deliverables.
• Design and execute A/B tests and other experiments to validate model performance.
• Deploy and monitor machine learning models in production environments.
• Communicate findings and recommendations clearly to both technical and non-technical audiences.
• Stay abreast of the latest research and techniques in data science and artificial intelligence.
• Contribute to the development of the company's data science strategy and best practices.

Requirements

• Master's or Ph.D. in Data Science, Statistics, Computer Science, or a related quantitative field.
• 7+ years of experience in data science, with a proven track record of leading projects and teams.
• Strong expertise in 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, PyTorch).
• Experience with big data technologies (e.g., Spark, Hadoop) and SQL.
• Familiarity with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) and their data science services.
• Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and critical thinking skills.
• Strong leadership and team management capabilities.
• Effective communication and presentation skills.
• Experience in the industrial or manufacturing sector is a significant advantage.

Benefits

• Competitive salary with annual bonus opportunities.
• Comprehensive health insurance coverage.
• Generous paid time off and company holidays.
• Opportunities for professional development and advanced training.
• Hybrid work model offering flexibility.
• Pension scheme participation.
• Access to advanced analytical tools and technologies.
• Relocation assistance available for qualified candidates moving to Richards Bay, KwaZulu-Natal.