Senior Data Scientist

Placements24; Mtubatuba Local Municipality; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,500,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Health benefits

Learning opportunities

Hybrid work

Cutting-edge tools

Job summary

Placements24 seeks a highly analytical Senior Data Scientist to join its expanding analytics team in Richards Bay. You will develop predictive models, perform advanced analytics, and translate complex findings into actionable business insights for stakeholders.

You will design experiments, collaborate with data engineers and analysts, and stay at the forefront of ML, AI, and data mining techniques while contributing to impactful projects in a growing industry.

Qualifications

• Master's or PhD in a quantitative field.
• 5+ years in data science or similar analytics role.
• Proficiency in Python or R and ML libraries (scikit-learn, TensorFlow, PyTorch).
• Strong SQL and data manipulation.
• Expertise in statistical modeling, ML, and data mining.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement advanced statistical models and ML algorithms.
• Analyze large, complex datasets to identify trends and insights.
• Design and conduct A/B tests and experiments to evaluate hypotheses.
• Communicate findings through visualizations and presentations.
• Collaborate with data engineers and business analysts.
• Stay abreast of advancements in data science, ML, and AI.

Skills

Statistical modeling

Machine learning

Data analysis

SQL

Communication

Education

Master's or PhD in Statistics/CS/Math

Tools

scikit-learn

TensorFlow

PyTorch

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a highly analytical and innovative Senior Data Scientist to join their expanding analytics team in Richards Bay . This role involves leveraging advanced statistical and machine learning techniques to extract actionable insights from complex datasets, driving data-informed decision-making across the business. You will play a crucial part in developing predictive models, conducting sophisticated analyses, and communicating findings to both technical and non-technical stakeholders. This is an exciting opportunity for a skilled data professional to contribute to impactful projects in a growing industry.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement advanced statistical models and machine learning algorithms to solve business problems.
• Analyze large, complex datasets to identify trends, patterns, and insights.
• Design and conduct A/B tests and other experiments to evaluate hypotheses.
• Communicate findings and recommendations clearly through visualizations and presentations.
• Collaborate with data engineers and business analysts to ensure data quality and accessibility.
• Stay abreast of the latest advancements in data science, machine learning, and AI.

Requirements

• Master's or Ph.D. in a quantitative field such as Statistics, Computer Science, Mathematics, or a related discipline.
• 5+ years of experience as a Data Scientist or in a similar analytical role.
• Proficiency in programming languages like Python or R and relevant libraries (e.g., scikit-learn, TensorFlow, PyTorch).
• Strong experience with SQL and data manipulation techniques.
• Expertise in statistical modeling, machine learning, and data mining techniques.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to explain complex concepts simply.

Benefits

• Competitive salary package and potential for annual bonuses.
• Comprehensive health and wellness benefits.
• Opportunities for ongoing learning and professional development in Richards Bay .
• Flexible work arrangements combining remote and office-based work.
• Collaborative team environment with access to cutting-edge tools and technologies.