Senior Head of Machine Learning & AI Strategy

Network2; Gauteng; Hybrid; ZAR 1 000 000 - 1 500 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading analytics firm in Gauteng is seeking a senior data science leader to drive impactful analytics within multiple industries, including property and finance. This role encompasses designing advanced data science projects, leading a talented team, and communicating complex ideas effectively. Candidates should possess extensive analytics experience, with proficiency in Python, R, and SQL, alongside advanced degrees in relevant quantitative fields. This position offers a flexible work environment with significant growth opportunities and mentorship.

Benefits

Paid sabbatical time after two months of service

Flexible work environment

Qualifications

• 10+ years in analytics, including at least 3 years building machine learning/AI solutions.
• Leadership capability and strategic thinking are essential.
• Excellent communication and an ethical approach to data and AI.

Responsibilities

• Design and execute advanced data science projects delivering measurable business impact.
• Prototype predictive and prescriptive machine learning models.
• Lead and mentor a high-performing data science team.

Skills

Python

R

SQL

Data analysis

Statistical modelling

Machine learning

Education

Honours, Masters or PhD in Statistics, Mathematics, or any quantitative field

Tools

TensorFlow

Hugging Face

Django

Docker

Azure

Job description

A leading analytics firm in Gauteng is seeking a senior data science leader to drive impactful analytics within multiple industries, including property and finance. This role encompasses designing advanced data science projects, leading a talented team, and communicating complex ideas effectively. Candidates should possess extensive analytics experience, with proficiency in Python, R, and SQL, alongside advanced degrees in relevant quantitative fields. This position offers a flexible work environment with significant growth opportunities and mentorship.