Senior Data Scientist - AI/ML Focus

Placements24; Gqeberha; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,500,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary & bonuses

Fully remote

Health, dental, vision insurance

Professional growth

Cutting-edge tools

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Data Scientist to lead AI/ML initiatives from Port Elizabeth. You will drive the full data science lifecycle, from data exploration and engineering to model development and deployment, in a fully remote setup.

Ideal candidates have 5+ years in AI/ML, strong Python or R skills with libraries like Pandas, NumPy, Scikit-learn, and TensorFlow, and a track record in designing experiments and communicating results to diverse stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Master's or PhD in Statistics, CS, Math or related quantitative field.
• 5+ years of experience as a Data Scientist with AI/ML project work.
• Proficiency in Python or R with data science libraries (Pandas, NumPy, Scikit-learn, TensorFlow).
• Strong understanding of statistical modeling, ML algorithms, and experimental design.

Responsibilities

• Develop and deploy advanced ML models for predictive analytics.
• Perform complex data analysis, feature engineering on large datasets.
• Design experiments to test hypotheses and validate model performance.
• Communicate insights to technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Collaborate with engineering to integrate ML models into production.

Skills

Python

R

Statistics

Machine Learning

Experimentation

Communication

Education

Master's or PhD in a quantitative field

Tools

Pandas

NumPy

Scikit-learn

TensorFlow

Spark

Hadoop

Job description

About the Role

Our client is looking for a highly skilled and experienced Senior Data Scientist with a strong focus on AI and Machine Learning to join their innovative team in Port Elizabeth . This role is central to leveraging data to drive business insights and build intelligent systems. You will be responsible for the full data science lifecycle, from data exploration and feature engineering to model development, validation, and deployment. This is an excellent opportunity to contribute to high-impact projects within the AI & Emerging Technologies domain, working with large datasets and advanced analytical techniques in a collaborative and forward-thinking environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and deploy advanced machine learning models for predictive and prescriptive analytics.


• Perform complex data analysis, feature engineering, and data mining on large datasets.


• Design and execute experiments to test hypotheses and validate model performance.


• Communicate findings and insights effectively to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.


• Collaborate with engineering teams to integrate ML models into production systems.


• Mentor junior data scientists and contribute to best practices in data science 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 significant AI/ML project experience.


• Proficiency in Python or R, including relevant data science and ML libraries (e.g., Pandas, NumPy, Scikit-learn, TensorFlow).


• Strong understanding of statistical modeling, machine learning algorithms, and experimental design.


• Experience with big data technologies (e.g., Spark, Hadoop) is a plus.


• Excellent problem-solving abilities and a passion for data-driven discovery.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and performance-based bonuses.


• Fully remote work option, allowing for flexibility and a great work-life balance.


• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.


• Opportunities for professional growth and attending relevant conferences.


• Access to cutting-edge tools and technologies for data analysis and AI development.


• A collaborative culture focused on innovation and continuous learning.