Senior Data Scientist: ML, Strategy & Leadership

Recruitech; Durban North; On-site; ZAR 400 000 - 500 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading software consulting firm in Durban North is seeking a skilled Data Scientist to join their dynamic team. This role will involve the development and deployment of machine learning models, data analysis, and collaboration with various stakeholders to drive data-driven strategies. The ideal candidate should have a degree in Computer Science or Data Science, proven experience in data science roles, and proficiency in tools like Python and R. Join to enhance your career in an innovative environment.

Qualifications

• Degree in Computer Science, Data Science, or related field.
• Proven experience in data science roles with hands-on experience.
• Proficiency in data analysis and machine learning tools, e.g., Python, R.
• Strong programming skills and data manipulation knowledge.
• Expertise in data preprocessing and model evaluation.
• Excellent problem-solving and critical-thinking skills.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Relevant certifications e.g. Certified Data Scientist are a plus.

Responsibilities

• Develop and deploy machine learning models and algorithms.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to define data‑driven objectives.
• Engineer features and create data pipelines.
• Evaluate model performance and fine-tune for accuracy.
• Collaborate with analysts and engineers to address business problems.
• Provide leadership and mentorship to junior data scientists.
• Ensure data privacy and compliance with regulations.

Skills

Machine Learning

Data Analysis

Statistical Analysis

Python

R

Data Visualization

Problem Solving

Communication

Education

Degree in Computer Science, Data Science, or related field

Tools

Machine Learning Libraries

Data Analysis Tools

Job description

A leading software consulting firm in Durban North is seeking a skilled Data Scientist to join their dynamic team. This role will involve the development and deployment of machine learning models, data analysis, and collaboration with various stakeholders to drive data-driven strategies. The ideal candidate should have a degree in Computer Science or Data Science, proven experience in data science roles, and proficiency in tools like Python and R. Join to enhance your career in an innovative environment.