Data Scientist

Johannesburg Full-time R41,667 - R66,667 / Month
(R500,000 - R800,000 / Year)

Job Description

As a Data Scientist at Data Insights Ltd., you will play a pivotal role in transforming data into meaningful insights. Your responsibilities will include developing algorithms, performing advanced statistical analyses, and collaborating with stakeholders to optimize our data strategies for maximum effectiveness.

Responsibilities

  • Utilize statistical methods to analyze data and generate useful business insights.
  • Design and implement data science projects from start to finish.
  • Collaborate with IT to deploy models into production.
  • Perform data wrangling and transformation to prepare datasets for analysis.
  • Evaluate and improve existing algorithms and machine learning models.
  • Engage with stakeholders to define new analytics features.
  • Document findings and processes for future reference.

Requirements

Education
  • Bachelor's degree in Data Analytics or related field
  • Master's degree preferred
Experience
  • 4+ years of experience in data science or a quantitative field
Technical Skills
  • R
  • Big Data Technologies
Soft Skills
  • Adaptability
  • Teamwork
Certifications
  • Data Science Professional Certificate
  • Machine Learning Certification
Languages
  • English: Fluent

Advantageous

  • Expertise in Time Series Analysis: Strong background in time series forecasting methods.
  • Familiarity with Data Engineering: Basic understanding of data pipeline architecture and ETL processes.

Benefits

  • Medical aid and wellness benefits
  • Retirement savings plan with employer matching
  • Work-from-home options available
  • Continuous learning and development opportunities

Company Culture

  • Continuous Learning: We promote a culture of continuous improvement and professional development.
  • Inclusivity: Diversity is at the core of our values, and we seek to create an inclusive environment.
  • Employee Wellbeing: We prioritize the health and wellbeing of our employees through various programs.
Status: Closed