Data Scientist

Pretoria Full-time R45,000 - R60,000 / Month
(R540,000 - R720,000 / Year)

Job Description

Join our motivated team as a Data Scientist and immerse yourself in innovative projects that utilize big data to create impactful solutions. You'll combine your statistical knowledge with practical experience to extract, analyze, and interpret complex datasets. Strong communication skills and experience in conveying data insights to non-technical stakeholders are essential.

Responsibilities

  • Design predictive and explanatory models to solve business challenges.
  • Translate business requirements into technical specifications.
  • Utilize data visualization tools to enhance data stories.
  • Support data collection and analysis efforts across various departments.
  • Perform data cleansing, validation, and analysis to ensure data accuracy.

Requirements

Education
  • Bachelor's degree in Mathematics, Computer Science, or closely related field
  • Master's degree in relevant discipline is an asset
Experience
  • 3 years or more in data-related fields
Technical Skills
  • R
  • Tableau

Advantageous

  • Experience in Big Data technologies: Familiarity with tools like Hadoop, Spark for processing large data sets.
  • Knowledge of Data Governance practices: Understanding of data privacy, and compliance best practices.

Benefits

  • Medical aid and health insurance options
  • Retirement savings plan with employer contribution
  • Work-life balance benefits and flexible hours
  • Opportunity for continuous learning and professional development

Company Culture

  • Innovation: Fostering a culture of innovation and creativity where every idea counts.
  • Team Spirit: Promoting collaboration and team dynamics for better outcomes.
  • Commitment to Learning: Encouraging ongoing learning and training for skill enhancement.
Status: Closed