Remote Senior Data Scientist - Fintech

Placements24; Pretoria; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote work

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Data Scientist for a fully remote role in fintech. You will develop and deploy advanced machine learning models to drive innovation in financial services, from fraud detection to algorithmic trading.

Collaborate with engineers, product managers and analysts to translate data insights into tangible business value. You will stay ahead of the latest data science advances and monitor model performance in production in a remote-first setup.

Responsibilities

• Develop, validate, and deploy predictive models.
• Work on fraud detection, risk assessment, personalized customer experiences and algorithmic trading.

Job description

About the Role

Our client is a rapidly growing fintech company seeking an exceptional **Senior Data Scientist** to join their pioneering team. This is a fully remote position, offering the flexibility to work from anywhere. You will be instrumental in developing and deploying advanced machine learning models that drive innovation in financial services. Your expertise will shape the future of our client's products, from fraud detection and risk assessment to personalized customer experiences and algorithmic trading. This role demands a forward-thinking individual with a passion for leveraging data to solve complex business challenges in the **Fintech** space. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams, including engineers, product managers, and business analysts, to translate data insights into tangible business value. The ability to communicate complex findings clearly and concisely to both technical and non-technical audiences is essential. We are looking for a proactive and self-motivated individual who thrives in an autonomous, remote-first environment. Your contributions will directly impact the company's strategic direction and product roadmap. The role involves staying abreast of the latest advancements in data science and machine learning, and applying them to real-world financial problems. You will have the opportunity to work with large, complex datasets and cutting-edge technologies. The core focus is on developing, validating, and deploying predictive models, conducting A/B testing, and monitoring model performance in production. This is an outstanding opportunity for a seasoned professional to make a significant impact in a dynamic and innovative industry, with the freedom and flexibility of remote work.