Remote Senior Data Scientist - AI/ML

Placements24; Soweto; Hybrid; ZAR 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary and bonus

Health insurance

Stock options

Professional development

Fully remote work

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Data Scientist with deep AI/ML expertise to design, build, and deploy scalable models. You will mentor juniors and collaborate with diverse teams on data-driven solutions, while driving innovation in a fully remote setup.

The ideal candidate holds a Master’s or PhD and 5+ years of experience, fluent in Python and ML libraries, and comfortable working across cloud platforms. This role offers substantial bonus potential and broad professional development

Qualifications

• Master's or Ph.D. in a quantitative field (CS/Statistics/Math).
• 5+ years of professional data science and ML experience.
• Proficiency in Python and ML libraries (TensorFlow, PyTorch, Scikit-learn).
• Deep understanding of ML algorithms, statistical modeling, and data mining.

Responsibilities

• Design, build, and deploy scalable ML models and AI solutions.
• Conduct in-depth data analysis, feature engineering, and model evaluation.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to translate requirements into data science problems.
• Develop and maintain data pipelines and MLOps practices for deployment and monitoring.
• Stay current with AI/ML advancements and apply to real-world problems.
• Mentor junior data scientists and share knowledge.

Skills

Python

ML algorithms

Data mining

Cloud platforms

Education

Master's degree

PhD in related field

Tools

TensorFlow

PyTorch

Scikit-learn

Job description

About the Role

Our client is looking for a highly skilled and experienced Senior Data Scientist specializing in AI/ML to join their dynamic and fully remote team. You will be instrumental in developing and deploying advanced machine learning models to solve complex challenges across various domains. This role offers the flexibility to work from anywhere, collaborating with a talented group of data scientists, engineers, and domain experts to drive innovation and deliver impactful data-driven solutions. We seek individuals who are passionate about pushing the boundaries of AI.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, build, and deploy scalable machine learning models and AI solutions.
• Conduct in-depth data analysis, feature engineering, and model evaluation to drive insights and product improvements.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to understand business requirements and translate them into data science problems.
• Develop and maintain robust data pipelines and MLOps practices for model deployment and monitoring.
• Stay current with the latest advancements in AI/ML research and technologies, applying them to solve real-world problems.
• Mentor junior data scientists and contribute to the team's knowledge sharing and best practices.

Requirements

• Master's or Ph.D. in Computer Science, Statistics, Mathematics, or a related quantitative field.
• 5+ years of professional experience in data science and machine learning, with a strong portfolio of completed projects.
• Proficiency in Python and relevant ML libraries (e.g., TensorFlow, PyTorch, Scikit-learn).
• Deep understanding of various ML algorithms, statistical modeling, and data mining techniques.
• Experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) and big data technologies.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary and bonus structure.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Generous stock options and retirement savings plan.
• Significant opportunities for professional development, training, and conference attendance.
• The freedom and flexibility of a fully remote work environment, empowering you to work from anywhere globally.