Data Scientist

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

Job Description

Join our dynamic team as a Data Scientist where you will leverage data to provide actionable insights that drive key business decisions. Your deep understanding of statistical methods and analytics will play a crucial role in our innovative projects, making a meaningful impact within the company and the industry.

Responsibilities

  • Conduct exploratory data analysis (EDA) to uncover trends and patterns.
  • Create dashboards to track key performance indicators (KPIs).
  • Work closely with marketing and product teams to align analytics initiatives with business strategies.
  • Implement data governance policies to maintain data integrity and quality.
  • Engage in peer reviews of analytics methodologies and results.

Requirements

Education
  • Bachelor's degree in Mathematics or Computer Science
  • Master's degree in Statistics or related field is a bonus
Experience
  • 5+ years of experience in data science or related fields
Technical Skills
  • Python
  • Machine Learning
Soft Skills
  • Creativity
  • Adaptability
Certifications
  • Microsoft Certified: Azure Data Scientist
  • AWS Certified Data Analytics
Languages
  • English: Fluent

Advantageous

  • Proficiency in Natural Language Processing (NLP): Experience in NLP techniques for text analysis.
  • Experience with cloud platforms: Familiarity with AWS or Azure for deploying data science solutions.

Benefits

  • Health benefits including mental health support
  • Bonus opportunities based on project success
  • Continuous professional development and training
  • Generous leave policy

Company Culture

  • Growth Mindset: Continual growth and learning are encouraged for all employees.
  • Supportive Atmosphere: Our team members support each other, promoting a positive and collaborative environment.
  • Work-Life Balance: We believe in maintaining a healthy work-life balance for all employees.
Status: Open