Remote Senior Data Scientist - FMCG Analytics & ML

Placements24; Sandton; Hybrid; ZAR 900.000 - 1.500.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Performance bonus

Remote work flexibility

Training resources and conferences

Data-centric organization

Zusammenfassung

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Data Scientist to join a cutting-edge analytics team. This fully remote role within South Africa focuses on leveraging large datasets to drive strategic decisions across marketing, sales, and operations.

The ideal candidate will have 5+ years of experience, advanced degrees, and proven expertise in ML, statistical modeling, and data visualization. You will mentor others and contribute to data strategy in a fast-moving FMCG environment.

Qualifikationen

• Advanced degree in a quantitative field is required.
• Minimum 5 years in data science with a focus on business problems.
• Expertise in statistical modelling and ML algorithms (regression, classification, clustering, time series).
• Proficiency in Python or R and libraries (Pandas, NumPy, Scikit-learn, TensorFlow or PyTorch).
• Experience with SQL and big data tech (Spark, Hadoop).
• Strong data visualization and ability to communicate with non-technical stakeholders.

Aufgaben

• Design, develop, and implement statistical models and ML algorithms on large datasets.
• Ingest, clean, and transform data from multiple sources to ensure data integrity.
• Collaborate with Marketing, Sales, Operations to translate challenges into data solutions.
• Develop predictive models for forecasting sales and customer segmentation.
• Create reports and dashboards for technical and non-technical audiences.
• Stay updated on advances in data science and AI, and mentor junior data scientists.

Kenntnisse

Statistical modeling

Machine learning

Data storytelling

Problem solving

Communication

Ausbildung

Master's or PhD in a quantitative field

Tools

Python

R

Pandas

NumPy

Scikit-learn

TensorFlow

PyTorch

SQL

Spark

Hadoop

Tableau

Power BI

Matplotlib/Seaborn

Jobbeschreibung

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Data Scientist to join a cutting-edge analytics team. This fully remote role within South Africa focuses on leveraging large datasets to drive strategic decisions across marketing, sales, and operations.

The ideal candidate will have 5+ years of experience, advanced degrees, and proven expertise in ML, statistical modeling, and data visualization. You will mentor others and contribute to data strategy in a fast-moving FMCG environment.