Senior Data Scientist - AI Focus

Placements24; Sandton; Hybrid; ZAR 1,200,000 - 1,900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Retirement benefits

Professional development

Sandton office

Cutting-edge AI projects

Job summary

Placements24 in Sandton is seeking a Senior Data Scientist with a strong AI focus to join our analytics powerhouse. You will leverage statistical modeling, ML, and data mining to extract actionable insights and build predictive models that drive business decisions.

You'll work with large datasets, collaborate with cross-functional teams, and advance our client's AI capabilities in a leading financial hub, making a tangible impact on business in Gauteng.

Qualifications

• Master's or PhD in Statistics, CS, Mathematics, or related field.
• 5+ years of experience as a Data Scientist with AI/ML focus.
• Proficient in Python or R and SQL data manipulation.
• Experience with ML libraries: scikit-learn, TensorFlow, PyTorch.
• Experience with cloud platforms: AWS, Azure, GCP.

Responsibilities

• Develop, test, and deploy ML models for business objectives.
• Analyze large datasets to identify trends and insights.
• Design data-driven solutions for prediction and classification.
• Communicate findings to technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Collaborate with engineering to productionize models.
• Stay current with advances in data science and AI.

Skills

Python

R

SQL

Statistical modeling

Machine learning

Data mining

Big data

Cloud platforms

Education

Master's or Ph.D. in Statistics, Computer Science, Mathematics, or related field

Tools

scikit-learn

TensorFlow

PyTorch

AWS

Azure

GCP

Job description

About the Role

Our client is looking for an accomplished Senior Data Scientist with a strong focus on Artificial Intelligence to join their analytics powerhouse in Sandton. In this role, you will leverage your expertise in statistical modeling, machine learning, and data mining to extract actionable insights and build predictive models that drive business decisions. You will work with vast datasets, collaborate with cross‑functional teams, and play a key role in advancing our client's AI capabilities. This is an exceptional opportunity to make a significant impact in a leading financial hub. Contribute to intelligent solutions that shape the future of business in Gauteng.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, test, and deploy advanced statistical and machine learning models.
• Analyze large and complex datasets to identify trends, patterns, and insights relevant to business objectives.
• Design and implement data-driven solutions for prediction, classification, and optimization problems.
• Communicate findings and recommendations clearly to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Collaborate with engineering teams to integrate data science models into production systems.
• Stay current with the latest advancements in data science, machine learning, and AI.

Requirements

• Master's or Ph.D. in Statistics, Computer Science, Mathematics, or a related quantitative field.
• 5+ years of experience as a Data Scientist, with a strong emphasis on AI and machine learning applications.
• Proficiency in programming languages such as Python or R, and data manipulation tools (e.g., SQL).
• Expertise with machine learning libraries and frameworks (e.g., scikit‑learn, TensorFlow, PyTorch).
• Experience with big data technologies and cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP).
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills, with a keen eye for detail.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary and performance bonus.
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and retirement benefits.
• Opportunities for professional development and attending industry conferences.
• Work in a dynamic and collaborative environment in Sandton.
• Engage with cutting‑edge AI projects and contribute to significant business impact.