Lead Data Science Consultant - Hybrid Intelligence - NL

Capgemini; eMadlangeni Local Municipality; Hybrid; ZAR 700 000 - 900 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global engineering services firm is seeking a Lead Data Science Consultant to join their Hybrid Intelligence team in eMadlangeni, South Africa. This pivotal role focuses on addressing complex challenges in R&D and AI, delivering innovative solutions to clients. Candidates should have over 8 years of relevant experience, strong analytical skills, and excellent communication abilities. The firm values collaboration and offers a flexible working environment, professional growth opportunities, and a commitment to diversity and inclusion.

Benefits

Permanent contract

Salary aligned with experience

Flexible working hours

Career growth programs

Active employee networks for diversity and inclusion

Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience in R&D, Engineering, or Software.
• Solid foundation in software development or Data Science.
• Experience in Lead Architect role for Data & AI projects.
• Ability to solve complex technical problems.
• Passion for applied mathematics and AI.
• Excellent communication skills to liaise with clients.
• Willingness to mentor junior colleagues.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with clients to develop innovative solutions.
• Apply data science to solve real-world challenges.
• Engage in various Data Science and R&D projects.
• Translate complex technical concepts for stakeholders.
• Deliver interdisciplinary projects that drive innovation.

Skills

Data Science

AI knowledge

Analytical skills

Communication

Mentoring

Education

MSc or PhD in a relevant field

Tools

Software Development

R&D methodologies

Job description

CAPGEMINI ENGINEERING

At Capgemini Engineering, the world leader in engineering services, we bring together a global team of engineers, scientists, and architects to help the world’s most innovative companies unleash their potential. From autonomous cars to life‑saving robots, our digital and software technology experts think outside the box as they provide unique R&D and engineering services across all industries. Join us for a career full of opportunities. Where you can make a difference. Where no two days are the same.

YOUR ROLE

As Lead Data Science Consultant at Capgemini Engineering, you will join our Hybrid Intelligence team, a unique group that bridges the gap between cutting‑edge science and advanced technology. The team is focused on solving complex, high‑impact problems that top R&D teams in large enterprises face, particularly in industries such as life sciences, high‑tech, defense and energy transition. We work on challenges that occasionally lack blueprints, requiring innovative solutions developed in close collaboration with research teams.

In this exciting role, you will:

• Collaborate closely with scientific and technical clients to understand their unique challenges and deliver groundbreaking solutions that exceed their expectations.
• Apply your deep understanding of data science to solve real‑world problems in the fields of AI, manufacturing, and R&D, while helping clients tackle some of the most critical issues of tomorrow.
• Engage in a variety of Data Science and R&D projects, where stakeholder and risk management, requirements gathering, software architectural decision making, and documentation are key aspects of your work.
• Use your strong analytical skills to translate complex technical concepts into understandable solutions for stakeholders, ensuring all project requirements are met effectively.
• Work on interdisciplinary projects that combine applied mathematics, AI, and scientific computing, delivering tangible solutions that drive innovation and create real business value.

What You'll Love About Working Here

Our Hybrid Intelligence team, consisting of about 20 colleagues, is known for their team engagement. They highly value collaboration on projects, discussing the potential of (new) data science and software engineering topics, and on a weekly basis meet in person in our Utrecht office.

• Challenging projects in innovative industries with a global impact.
• A strong technical community, where you can collaborate with top engineers and expand your expertise.
• A wide array of career growth programs, digital learning platforms and ongoing performance management, that are crafted in a way to support you in shaping your path.
• A permanent contract and a salary aligned with your experience level.
• Contract flexibility, allowing fulltime and part‑time opportunities starting from 24 hours a week.
• Flexible working hours and hybrid working options to support your lifestyle and well‑being.
• A workplace recognized by Ethisphere as one of the World’s Most Ethical Companies.
• Active employee networks that promote diversity, equity, and inclusion—such as OutFront, CapAbility, and Women@Capgemini.

At Capgemini, we believe in a workplace where everyone feels valued for who they are is part of our DNA and instrumental to our long‑term performance. We are building broad talent pools to be able to provide high quality capabilities to our clients, with the right skills and talent mix.

YOUR PROFILE

In this position, you are expected to visit clients in different Dutch cities and industries, supporting pre‑sales activities and translating technical challenges to practical, comprehensible solutions. To succeed in this, you should have:

• More than 8 years of relevant work experience in R&D, Engineering, or Software, including significant time in a Lead Architect role for Data & AI projects.
• A solid foundation in software development or Data Science, with specialized knowledge in AI, manufacturing, or R&D.
• A scientific or technical background, ideally with an MSc or PhD in a relevant field.
• Strong experience in solving complex technical problems and the ability to communicate sophisticated concepts to non‑technical stakeholders.
• A passion for working in the intersection of applied mathematics, AI, scientific computing, and software engineering.
• Excellent communication skills, allowing you to bridge the gap between technical teams and client needs, ensuring effective project delivery.
• Willingness to mentor and professionally guide more junior colleagues in the team.

NOTE

To ensure the safety and integrity within our organization, an identity check and background check are part of the onboarding process.

DISCLAIMER

At Capgemini, we believe in a workplace where everyone feels valued for who they are is part of our DNA and instrumental to our long‑term performance. We are building broad talent pools to be able to provide high quality capabilities to our clients, with the right skills and talent mix.

About Capgemini

Capgemini is a global business and technology transformation partner, helping organizations to accelerate their dual transition to a digital and sustainable world, while creating tangible impact for enterprises and society. It is a responsible and diverse group of 340,000 team members in more than 50 countries. With its strong over 55‑year heritage, Capgemini is trusted by its clients to unlock the value of technology to address the entire breadth of their business needs. It delivers end‑to‑end services and solutions leveraging strengths from strategy and design to engineering, all fueled by its market leading capabilities in AI, generative AI, cloud and data, combined with its deep industry expertise and partner ecosystem. The Group reported 2024 global revenues of €22.1 billion.