Senior Data Scientist - AI/ML (Remote)

Placements24; Pretoria; Remote; ZAR 1,000,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote work from SA

Competitive salary

Medical benefits

Access to compute resources

Professional development in AI

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Data Scientist specializing in AI/ML to join a fully remote team from Pretoria or anywhere in South Africa. You will develop and deploy advanced analytical models that drive strategic decisions and product innovation.

You will work with large datasets, perform feature engineering, design experiments, and communicate insights to both technical and non-technical stakeholders while staying current with AI advances.

Qualifications

• Master's or Ph.D. in Statistics, Computer Science, Mathematics, or related quantitative field.
• 5+ years of professional experience as a Data Scientist focusing on AI/ML.
• Proficiency in Python or R and data science libraries (Pandas, NumPy, Scikit-learn).
• Experience with deep learning frameworks (TensorFlow, PyTorch) and big data technologies.
• Excellent analytical, critical thinking and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop, train, and deploy ML models to solve complex business problems.
• Perform data analysis, feature engineering, and statistical modeling on large datasets.
• Design experiments to test hypotheses and validate model performance.
• Communicate findings clearly to technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Stay updated on AI/ML advancements and apply them to practical solutions.

Skills

Python

R

Pandas

NumPy

Scikit-learn

TensorFlow

PyTorch

Big Data technologies

Education

Master's or Ph.D. in quantitative field

Tools

Python

R

Pandas

NumPy

Scikit-learn

TensorFlow

PyTorch

Big Data technologies

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a talented and experienced Senior Data Scientist specializing in AI/ML to join their innovative team, working remotely from Pretoria or anywhere in South Africa. This role is critical for developing and implementing advanced analytical models that drive strategic decision-making and product innovation. You will leverage vast datasets to uncover insights, build predictive models, and develop AI-driven solutions. Working in a fully remote capacity, you'll collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to tackle challenging problems and contribute significantly to the company's data-centric vision. This is an opportunity to apply your expertise in a flexible, high-impact environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, train, and deploy machine learning models to solve complex business problems.
• Perform in-depth data analysis, feature engineering, and statistical modeling on large datasets.
• Design and execute experiments to test hypotheses and validate model performance.
• Communicate complex findings and recommendations clearly to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Stay abreast of the latest advancements in data science, machine learning, and AI, and apply them to practical applications.

Requirements

• Master's or Ph.D. in Statistics, Computer Science, Mathematics, or a related quantitative field.
• 5+ years of professional experience as a Data Scientist with a focus on AI/ML.
• Proficiency in Python or R, and strong experience with data science libraries (e.g., Pandas, NumPy, Scikit-learn).
• Experience with deep learning frameworks (e.g., TensorFlow, PyTorch) and big data technologies.
• Excellent analytical, critical thinking, and communication skills.

Benefits

• Competitive salary commensurate with experience.
• Remote work flexibility, allowing for work-life balance.
• Comprehensive medical and other benefits.
• Access to powerful computational resources and challenging datasets.
• A culture that encourages continuous learning and professional development in the AI space.