Data Scientist

Durban Full-time R50,000 - R75,000 / Month
(R600,000 - R900,000 / Year)

Job Description

Join our team as a Data Scientist, focusing on leveraging analytics to solve complex business challenges. The successful candidate will have a solid background in statistical methodologies and proficiency in programming languages such as Python or R.

Responsibilities

  • Analyse complex datasets to derive actionable insights.
  • Develop and implement predictive models to enhance decision-making.
  • Collaborate with IT and business teams to understand data needs.
  • Visualise data findings to communicate effectively with stakeholders.
  • Keep updated with the latest data science methodologies and technologies.
  • Conduct A/B testing to evaluate the effectiveness of strategies.
  • Optimize existing algorithms and models for better performance.
  • Support data-driven initiatives across departments.

Requirements

Education
  • Bachelor's degree in Data Science, Computer Science, or a related field
  • Master's degree is an advantage
Experience
  • 3+ years of relevant experience in data science or analytics
Technical Skills
  • Python
  • R Programming
  • SQL
  • Machine Learning
Soft Skills
  • Critical Thinking
  • Team Player
Certifications
  • Certified Data Scientist (CDS)
  • Microsoft Certified: Azure Data Scientist Associate
Languages
  • English: Fluent

Advantageous

  • Experience with Big Data Technologies: Familiarity with tools such as Hadoop or Spark.
  • Exposure to Cloud Platforms: Experience with data services on AWS or Azure.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive medical aid.
  • Pension contributions.
  • Remote working options.
  • Employee training and development programmes.

Company Culture

  • Innovation Hub: We encourage a culture of innovation where new ideas thrive.
  • Employee Empowerment: We believe in empowering our employees to make decisions.
  • Team Synergy: Collaboration is key to our success, and teamwork is deeply valued.
Status: Closed