Senior Data Scientist - Remote AI & ML Innovator

Placements24; Polokwane; Hybrid; ZAR 1,000,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote work

Health benefits

Bonuses

Training opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Data Scientist to join a remote-first team focused on AI and machine learning. You will extract insights from complex datasets, build predictive models, and develop AI solutions that drive business value.

You will collaborate with cross-functional teams, mentor junior data scientists, and stay abreast of the latest AI advancements. The role offers a fully remote arrangement and opportunities for professional development.

Qualifications

• Master's or PhD in a quantitative field.
• 5+ years in data science with AI/ML experience.
• Proficient in Python or R and ML libraries.
• Experience with big data tech and cloud platforms.
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and deploy ML models to solve business problems.
• Analyze large datasets to identify trends and insights.
• Develop statistical models and data mining techniques.
• Collaborate with engineering to productionize models.
• Communicate findings to stakeholders.
• Mentor junior data scientists.
• Stay updated on AI advancements.
• Develop dashboards and reports to convey insights.
• Ensure data quality and privacy compliance.

Skills

5+ years DS

Python

R

Analytical thinking

Communication

Education

Master's/PhD in Data Science/Statistics/CS/Math

Tools

scikit-learn

TensorFlow

PyTorch

Pandas

NumPy

Spark

Hadoop

SQL/NoSQL

Tableau/Matplotlib/Seaborn

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Data Scientist to join a remote-first team focused on AI and machine learning. You will extract insights from complex datasets, build predictive models, and develop AI solutions that drive business value.

You will collaborate with cross-functional teams, mentor junior data scientists, and stay abreast of the latest AI advancements. The role offers a fully remote arrangement and opportunities for professional development.