Senior Data Scientist: GenAI, NLP & Azure ML

FirstRand group; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 400 000 - 500 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading financial services provider in Johannesburg is seeking a highly skilled Data Scientist III. The ideal candidate will have 6-8 years of experience, advanced proficiency in Python, and proven experience with machine learning models deployed in Microsoft Azure. This role involves building and implementing innovative models and collaborating across teams to optimize customer experience and operational efficiency. A bachelor's degree in a related field is required, and applicants are encouraged to apply before the closing date of 08/11/25.

Qualifications

• 6–8 years’ experience in a Data Science or similar role.
• Proven experience deploying solutions in Microsoft Azure.
• Hands-on experience with Generative AI frameworks and AI agent development.

Responsibilities

• Plan, build optimised analytical methodologies and advanced mathematical models.
• Design and deploy machine learning models using Python.
• Collaborate with teams to integrate AI solutions.

Skills

Python

Generative AI

Machine Learning

Natural Language Processing

SQL

Azure Functions

Data Analysis

Education

Bachelor's degree in Science, Mathematics or related field

Honours degree

Tools

TensorFlow

PyTorch

Pandas

NumPy

Power BI

Power Automate

Job description

A leading financial services provider in Johannesburg is seeking a highly skilled Data Scientist III. The ideal candidate will have 6-8 years of experience, advanced proficiency in Python, and proven experience with machine learning models deployed in Microsoft Azure. This role involves building and implementing innovative models and collaborating across teams to optimize customer experience and operational efficiency. A bachelor's degree in a related field is required, and applicants are encouraged to apply before the closing date of 08/11/25.