Data Scientist

Pretoria FULL TIME R50,000 - R75,000 / Month
(R600,000 - R900,000 / Year)

Job Description

As a Data Scientist at Data Innovations Ltd., you will play a crucial role in analysing and interpreting complex data sets. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to build predictive models and improve data-driven decision-making processes. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in statistical analysis and machine learning.

Responsibilities

  • Conduct exploratory data analysis to identify trends.
  • Implement algorithms for data mining and predictive analytics.
  • Engage with business leaders to propose data solutions.
  • Create dashboards to illustrate key performance metrics.
  • Train models and evaluate their outcomes to enhance predictions.
  • Document your methodologies and processes for future reference.
  • Facilitate training sessions on data literacy for the wider team.

Requirements

Education
  • Bachelor's degree in Applied Mathematics, Computer Science, or relevant field
  • Master's degree in a quantitative field is preferable
Experience
  • 4+ years of experience in data science or related fields
Technical Skills
  • R
  • Statistics
  • Big Data Tools
Soft Skills
  • Creative Problem Solving
  • Project Management
Certifications
  • Professional Data Engineer Certification
  • Certified Data Scientist (CDS)
Languages
  • English: Fluent

Advantageous

  • Proficiency in using Git for version control: Experience with collaboration and project management through Git.
  • Experience in deploying models to production: Knowledge of MLOps practices and tools.

Benefits

  • Health, dental, and vision coverage
  • Generous retirement contributions
  • Flexible schedule to promote work-life balance
  • Support for ongoing education and training

Company Culture

  • Collaboration and Teamwork: We believe in the power of teamwork and the synergy of diverse thought.
  • Professional Growth: We support your career development within our organisation.
  • Work-Life Balance: We encourage a healthy work-life balance for all employees.
Status: Open