Senior Data Scientist - Machine Learning

Placements24; Gqeberha; On-site; ZAR 1,200,000 - 1,600,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary + bonus

On-site work in Port Elizabeth

Health insurance

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Data Scientist with ML focus to join our analytics team in Port Elizabeth. You will extract insights from complex datasets, develop predictive models, and influence data-driven decisions across the organization.

Work with leading tools, collaborate with product and engineering to deploy models, and stay updated on ML research to shape data science initiatives in this coastal city.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. or Master's in Computer Science, Statistics, Mathematics, or a related quantitative field.
• 5+ years of experience in data science with a focus on ML and statistical modeling.
• Proficiency in Python or R with relevant libraries (TensorFlow, PyTorch, Scikit-learn).
• Experience with big data technologies (Spark, Hadoop) and SQL databases.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a track record of data-driven solutions.

Responsibilities

• Develop, train, and deploy advanced ML models for prediction, classification, and anomaly detection.
• Analyze large datasets to identify trends, patterns, and insights that drive business value.
• Collaborate with product and engineering teams to integrate ML models into production systems.
• Communicate findings clearly to technical and non-technical stakeholders via visualizations and presentations.
• Stay abreast of the latest research in data science and ML and apply it to business problems.

Skills

Machine Learning

Statistical Modeling

Python

R

Big Data

SQL

Education

MSc/PhD in CS/Statistics/Math

Tools

TensorFlow

PyTorch

Scikit-learn

Spark

Hadoop

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking an innovative Senior Data Scientist with a specialization in Machine Learning to join their growing analytics team in Port Elizabeth . This role is vital in extracting actionable insights from complex datasets, developing predictive models, and driving data-informed decision-making across the organization. You will work with cutting-edge tools and technologies in a collaborative environment, contributing to key business strategies. The opportunity to shape data science initiatives in the beautiful coastal city of Port Elizabeth is exceptional.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, train, and deploy advanced machine learning models for tasks such as prediction, classification, and anomaly detection.
• Analyze large, complex datasets to identify trends, patterns, and insights that can drive business value.
• Collaborate with product and engineering teams to integrate ML models into production systems and applications.
• Communicate findings and recommendations clearly to technical and non-technical stakeholders through visualizations and presentations.
• Stay abreast of the latest research and advancements in data science and machine learning, applying them to solve business problems.

Requirements

• Ph.D. or Master's degree in Computer Science, Statistics, Mathematics, or a related quantitative field.
• 5+ years of experience in data science, with a significant focus on machine learning and statistical modeling.
• Proficiency in Python or R, along with relevant libraries (e.g., TensorFlow, PyTorch, Scikit-learn).
• Experience with big data technologies (e.g., Spark, Hadoop) and SQL databases.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with a proven track record of delivering data-driven solutions.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary and attractive bonus structure.
• On-site work environment in Port Elizabeth .
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Opportunities for continuous learning and professional development, including conferences.
• A collaborative culture that values innovation and data-driven insights.