Data Scientist

Pretoria FULL TIME R40,000 - R60,000 / Month
(R480,000 - R720,000 / Year)

Job Description

Join us as a Data Scientist, where you'll engage in advanced data analytics, model building, and reporting. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to interpret data and outline the implications of your findings. Your contributions will be instrumental in craftily designing analyses that inform strategic business decisions. We are looking for a candidate with a passion for numbers and a love for storytelling through data.

Responsibilities

  • Utilize statistical methods to analyse data and generate useful business insights.
  • Collaborate on interdisciplinary teams to brainstorm and strategize data usage.
  • Report findings through dashboards and traditional reporting formats.
  • Stay up-to-date with the latest technologies and methodologies in data science.

Requirements

Education
  • Bachelor's degree in Statistics, Mathematics, or a related quantitative field
  • Master's degree highly preferred
Experience
  • 4+ years of experience as a Data Scientist or in a similar analytical role
Technical Skills
  • R Programming
  • Data Visualization Tools (Tableau, Power BI)
Soft Skills
  • Team Collaboration
  • Problem Solving
Certifications
  • IBM Data Science Professional Certificate
  • AWS Certified Data Analytics
Languages
  • English: Fluent

Advantageous

  • Familiarity with cloud computing platforms: Experience with AWS or Google Cloud for data storage and computation.
  • Strong project management skills: Ability to manage projects effectively and deliver on timelines.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive healthcare plan
  • Flexible hours with remote work options
  • Generous leave policy
  • Access to continuing education and training

Company Culture

  • Respect and Diversity: We celebrate diversity and ensure every employee feels respected and valued in our workplace.
  • Work-Life Balance: A healthy work-life balance is prioritized, supporting our employees' well-being and productivity.
  • Empowerment: We empower our employees to take initiative and make decisions that have a meaningful impact on our projects.
Status: Open