Senior Data Scientist - AI/ML

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

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Remote work

Home office stipend

Health insurance

Generous PTO

Learning & development

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Data Scientist to lead the development and deployment of advanced ML models. You will work on large datasets, build predictive systems, and drive product innovation within a fully remote team.

Ideal candidates have 5+ years in data science, expert Python/R skills, and strong cloud/big data experience. This role offers a competitive salary, remote work, and opportunities for learning and impact.

Qualifications

• Master's or Ph.D. in Computer Science, Statistics, Mathematics, or a related quantitative field.
• 5+ years of professional experience in data science with a focus on AI/ML.
• Proficiency in Python or R and ML libraries such as TensorFlow or PyTorch.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and implement advanced machine learning algorithms and predictive models.
• Process, clean, and transform large datasets for analysis.
• Collaborate with engineering and product teams to deploy ML solutions.
• Develop and maintain data pipelines for model training and evaluation.
• Stay updated on AI/ML advancements and identify opportunities for innovation.
• Communicate technical findings to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.

Skills

Python

R

TensorFlow

PyTorch

Spark

AWS

Cloud platforms

Education

Master's/PhD in CS/Statistics

Tools

Spark

Hadoop

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a highly experienced and innovative Senior Data Scientist with expertise in AI/ML to join their fully remote team. In this role, you will lead the development and deployment of sophisticated machine learning models that drive critical business insights and product innovation. You will work on challenging problems, leveraging large datasets and advanced analytical techniques to uncover patterns and build predictive systems. This is a unique opportunity to shape the future of data science within the organization, contributing to impactful projects from anywhere, and collaborating with a globally distributed, high-performing team.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and implement advanced machine learning algorithms and predictive models.
• Process, clean, and transform large, complex datasets for analysis and modeling.
• Collaborate with engineering and product teams to integrate ML solutions into production systems.
• Develop and maintain data pipelines for model training and evaluation.
• Stay abreast of the latest advancements in AI/ML and identify opportunities for innovation.
• Communicate complex technical findings and recommendations to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.

Requirements

• Master's or Ph.D. in Computer Science, Statistics, Mathematics, or a related quantitative field.
• 5+ years of professional experience in data science, with a strong focus on AI/ML.
• Proficiency in Python or R, and relevant ML libraries (e.g., TensorFlow, PyTorch, scikit-learn).
• Solid experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) and big data technologies (e.g., Spark).
• Expertise in statistical modeling, experiment design, and validation techniques.
• Excellent problem-solving, communication, and collaboration skills, essential for a remote role.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary and performance-based bonuses.
• Flexible remote work arrangement with home office stipend.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance coverage.
• Generous paid time off and opportunities for continuous learning.
• A dynamic and forward-thinking work culture focused on innovation and impact.