Data Scientist

Johannesburg Full-time R50,000 - R66,667 / Month
(R600,000 - R800,000 / Year)

Job Description

Join our team as a Senior Software Engineer, where you will lead backend projects, ensuring robust architecture and performance optimization. Your experience in agile methodologies and software lifecycle management will be essential to our success. If you are passionate about technology and eager to take on new challenges, we want to hear from you!

Responsibilities

  • Conduct exploratory data analysis and provide insights to support decision-making.
  • Develop predictive models and data-driven solutions for business challenges.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams on projects and data-related tasks.
  • Continuously refine data collection and analysis processes.
  • Present findings to management and make recommendations for strategic initiatives.
  • Mentor junior data professionals and promote best practices.

Requirements

Education
  • Bachelor's degree in Statistics, Mathematics, or similar field
  • Master's degree in Data Science or a related discipline is a plus
Experience
  • 3-5 years of relevant experience in data analytics
Technical Skills
  • Data Visualization
  • Statistical Analysis
Soft Skills
  • Critical Thinking
  • Collaboration
Certifications
  • Certified Analytics Professional (CAP)
Languages
  • English: Fluent

Advantageous

  • Knowledge of data privacy regulations (GDPR, POPIA): Understanding of compliance in data handling and privacy.
  • Experience with A/B testing and experimental design: Ability to design experiments to improve service offerings.

Benefits

  • Full health, dental, and vision coverage
  • Retirement plan contributions by the employer
  • Flexible working conditions
  • Career growth opportunities and mentorship

Company Culture

  • Continuous Learning: We support continuous professional development through training and mentoring.
  • Sustainability: Our business practices reflect our commitment to sustainability and responsible data use.
  • Work-Life Balance: We strive to provide a healthy work-life balance for our employees.
Status: Closed