Remote Graduate Data Scientist

Placements24; Upington; Híbrido; ZAR 320.000 - 540.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Remote work

Professional development

Competitive salary

Descripción de la vacante

Placements24 is seeking a postgraduate Data Scientist to join a pioneering, remote-first team. You will apply advanced analytics and ML techniques to real-world datasets, developing predictive models and data-driven insights from anywhere, including Upington, Northern Cape.

The role emphasizes independent work, collaboration with engineering and product teams, ongoing learning, and the opportunity to contribute to cutting-edge research while building scalable solutions for a remote organisation.

Formación

• Master's or Ph.D. in Data Science, Statistics, Mathematics, Computer Science or a related quantitative field.
• Strong foundation in statistical modeling and machine learning.
• Proficiency in Python or R with relevant libraries.
• Experience querying/manipulating data with SQL.
• Excellent analytical and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently in a remote setting.

Responsabilidades

• Collect, clean, and transform large datasets from multiple sources.
• Develop and implement predictive models and ML algorithms.
• Design experiments to test hypotheses and validate models.
• Analyze data to extract actionable insights and present findings.
• Build data visualizations and dashboards for stakeholders.
• Collaborate with engineering and product teams to deploy models.

Conocimientos

Statistical modeling

Machine learning

Data storytelling

Problem solving

Educación

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

Herramientas

Python

R

SQL

Pandas/NumPy/Scikit-learn

Descripción del empleo

About the Role

Our client is seeking an exceptional and intellectually curious Graduate Data Scientist to join their pioneering, fully remote team, supporting initiatives relevant to Upington, Northern Cape. This is a unique opportunity for recent graduates with a strong background in data science, statistics, mathematics, computer science, or a related quantitative field to apply advanced analytical techniques to complex datasets. As a remote-first data scientist, you will be instrumental in developing predictive models, machine learning algorithms, and data-driven insights that propel our business forward. You will work with cutting-edge technologies and collaborate with a talented, dispersed team of professionals. Our client is committed to fostering talent and providing significant opportunities for learning and professional growth in a dynamic, remote work environment. If you are passionate about uncovering patterns in data and building intelligent systems, we encourage you to apply and contribute to our data-driven future from anywhere.

Key Responsibilities

• Collect, clean, and transform large, complex datasets from various sources.
• Develop and implement statistical models and machine learning algorithms to solve business problems.
• Design and conduct experiments to test hypotheses and validate models.
• Analyze and interpret data to extract actionable insights and communicate findings effectively.
• Build data visualizations and dashboards to present complex information clearly.
• Collaborate with engineering and product teams to deploy models into production environments.
• Stay current with the latest advancements in data science, machine learning, and AI.
• Contribute to the development of data infrastructure and tools.
• Document methodologies, findings, and code.

Requirements

• Master's or Ph.D. degree in Data Science, Statistics, Mathematics, Computer Science, Physics, or a related quantitative field.
• Strong foundation in statistical modeling, machine learning algorithms, and data mining techniques.
• Proficiency in programming languages such as Python or R, including relevant libraries (e.g., Pandas, NumPy, Scikit-learn, TensorFlow/PyTorch).
• Experience with SQL for data querying and manipulation.
• Familiarity with big data technologies (e.g., Spark) is a plus.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills.
• Strong communication and presentation skills, capable of explaining complex technical concepts to diverse audiences.
• Ability to work independently, manage projects, and thrive in a remote team environment.
• A passion for data-driven discovery and innovation.

Benefits

• Highly competitive graduate salary for a remote role.
• Opportunities for cutting-edge research and development.
• Comprehensive professional development and continuous learning support.
• Flexible remote work arrangements, allowing you to work from anywhere.
• Work on challenging and impactful projects with real-world applications.
• Collaborative and intellectually stimulating remote team environment.
• Access to advanced analytical tools and platforms.