Data Scientist

Pretoria FULL TIME R50,000 - R66,667 / Month
(R600,000 - R800,000 / Year)

Job Description

As a Data Scientist, you will delve into data to uncover trends and insights that drive business strategy. Your role will involve building and optimizing statistical models, as well as collaborating with teams across the organization to ensure data-driven decision-making.

Responsibilities

  • Analyze and interpret complex data sets using statistical techniques.
  • Develop machine learning models to enhance data analyses.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to gather requirements and deliver insights.
  • Create data visualizations to communicate findings effectively.
  • Perform data cleaning and preprocessing to ensure data integrity.
  • Conduct A/B testing to improve product functionality and performance.
  • Present analytical findings to technical and non-technical stakeholders.
  • Continuously explore new analytics methodologies to enhance output.
  • Stay updated with industry trends and advancements in data science.

Requirements

Education
  • Bachelor's degree in Data Science, Statistics, or a related field
  • Master's degree preferred
Experience
  • 3+ years of experience in data analysis or data science
Technical Skills
  • Python
  • R
  • SQL
  • Machine Learning
Soft Skills
  • Analytical thinking
  • Effective communication
Certifications
  • Certified Data Scientist (CDS)
  • AWS Certified Data Analytics
Languages
  • English: Fluent

Advantageous

  • Experience with Big Data technologies: Knowledge of tools like Hadoop and Spark for handling large datasets.
  • Familiarity with Data Visualization tools: Experience with Tableau or Power BI for visualization.

Benefits

  • Competitive salary based on experience.
  • Comprehensive health insurance.
  • Flexible working hours and pension plan.
  • Professional development opportunities.

Company Culture

  • Innovation: Our culture promotes innovative thinking to find solutions to complex problems.
  • Team Collaboration: We believe in collaborative work that fosters creativity and efficiency.
  • Diversity: We are committed to building a diverse team that reflects the communities we serve.
Status: Open