Data Scientist

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

Job Description

Join our talented team as a Data Scientist in Durban, where you will leverage your analytical skills to translate complex data sets into actionable insights. You will play a pivotal role in our data-driven strategies, developing models and algorithms to solve challenging business problems.

Responsibilities

  • Conduct exploratory data analysis to identify trends and patterns.
  • Apply machine learning techniques to improve product efficiencies.
  • Document methodologies and processes for reproducibility.
  • Engage in continuous learning and professional development to keep up with advancements in data science.
  • Present findings to stakeholders in a clear and concise manner.
  • Support the development of data strategies to enhance business intelligence efforts.

Requirements

Education
  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Statistics, or related field
  • Master's degree in Data Science or a related field is a plus
Experience
  • 3-5 years of hands-on experience in data science
Technical Skills
  • SQL
  • Machine Learning
  • Python
  • Data Mining
  • Data Visualization Tools
Soft Skills
  • Analytical Skills
  • Communication Skills
  • Adaptability
Certifications
  • Google Data Analytics Professional Certificate
  • Microsoft Certified: Data Analyst Associate
Languages
  • English: Fluent

Advantageous

  • Familiarity with Data Governance Practices: Understanding of data privacy, security, and compliance issues.
  • Experience with Data Warehousing Solutions: Experience with tools like Redshift, Snowflake, or similar.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive health and wellness benefits
  • Generous leave policy including family leave
  • Support for continuous learning and training programs
  • Annual performance bonuses

Company Culture

  • Collaboration: Teamwork is at our core; we believe in collective success through collaboration.
  • Integrity: We uphold high ethical standards in our work and interactions with colleagues and clients.
  • Flexibility: We support flexible working arrangements, understanding the importance of work-life balance.
Status: Closed