Senior Data Scientist - AI & Machine Learning

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

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Bonus

Health benefits

Stock options

Dev allowances

Remote work

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Data Scientist to join a rapidly expanding technology firm focused on AI solutions. The role is fully remote and involves developing and deploying advanced ML models across the product suite, working with a global team of experts.

You will analyze vast datasets, design scalable data pipelines, and translate business needs into robust data science solutions. The ideal candidate has a strong ML theory background, production experience, and excellent programming

Qualifications

• Master's or PhD in CS, statistics, math, or a related quantitative field.
• At least 5+ years of data science experience with a focus on ML and AI.
• Strong programming skills in Python or R and ML libraries.
• Experience deploying ML models to production.
• Experience with big data tech and cloud platforms.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement machine learning models and algorithms for business applications.
• Analyze large datasets to identify trends and insights.
• Build and optimize data pipelines for model training and deployment.
• Collaborate with engineering, product, and research teams.
• Stay current with AI/ML advancements and evaluate new tech.
• Develop model evaluation frameworks and deployment strategies.
• Communicate complex findings to technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Mentor junior data scientists and contribute to knowledge base.
• Ensure ethics and data privacy in ML development.

Skills

Deep learning

Reinforcement learning

Natural language processing

Computer vision

Big data analytics

Education

Master's or PhD in Computer Science / Statistics / Mathematics

Tools

TensorFlow

PyTorch

scikit-learn

pandas

NumPy

Spark

Hadoop

AWS

Azure

GCP

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a rapidly expanding technology firm at the forefront of artificial intelligence solutions, is seeking a Senior Data Scientist specializing in AI and Machine Learning to join their world-class, fully remote team. This role is critical for developing and deploying advanced machine learning models that drive innovation across our client's product suite. You will work on challenging problems, leveraging vast datasets to uncover insights, build predictive models, and create intelligent systems. The ideal candidate possesses a strong theoretical foundation in machine learning algorithms, practical experience in implementing these in production environments, and excellent programming skills. This is a unique opportunity to shape the future of AI, collaborating with a global team of experts and making a tangible impact on groundbreaking projects, all from your chosen remote location.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and implement sophisticated machine learning models and algorithms for various business applications.
• Analyze large, complex datasets to identify trends, patterns, and actionable insights.
• Build and optimize data pipelines, ensuring the efficient flow of data for model training and deployment.
• Collaborate closely with engineering, product management, and research teams to translate business needs into data science solutions.
• Stay abreast of the latest advancements in AI and machine learning, evaluating and integrating new technologies and methodologies.
• Develop and maintain robust model evaluation frameworks and deployment strategies.
• Communicate complex findings and model behaviors clearly and concisely to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Mentor junior data scientists and contribute to the team's knowledge base.
• Ensure ethical considerations and data privacy are integrated into all ML development processes.

Requirements

• Master's or PhD degree in Computer Science, Statistics, Mathematics, or a related quantitative field.
• 5+ years of professional experience in data science, with a significant focus on machine learning and AI development.
• Proficiency in Python or R, and extensive experience with libraries such as TensorFlow, PyTorch, scikit-learn, pandas, and NumPy.
• Strong understanding of various ML algorithms (e.g., deep learning, reinforcement learning, natural language processing, computer vision).
• Experience with big data technologies (e.g., Spark, Hadoop) and cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure, GCP).
• Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to approach complex challenges systematically.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills, essential for a remote team environment.
• Proven ability to translate business requirements into technical solutions.
• Demonstrated experience in deploying ML models into production environments.

Benefits

• This role offers a highly competitive salary, a performance-based bonus structure, comprehensive health and wellness benefits, stock options, generous professional development allowances, and the unparalleled flexibility of a fully remote work arrangement.

You will have the opportunity to work on challenging, impactful projects with a talented and supportive international team.

Our client fosters a culture of innovation, continuous learning, and growth, ensuring you have the resources and support needed to excel in your career.

Experience the cutting edge of AI development from wherever you choose to work.