Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa

Senior Data Scientist

 Job Description:

Our client is seeking a dynamic Senior Data Scientist to join their innovative team. This role is perfect for a data expert with a passion for predictive modelling and advanced analytics. If you thrive on transforming complex data into actionable business insights, this is the opportunity for you!

Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Advanced Analytics: Support stakeholders by applying advanced analytics, statistical modelling, and machine learning to drive business insights.
  • Model Maintenance: Maintain and enhance statistical and machine learning models.
  • Promote Analytics: Advocate for the adoption of advanced data science and analytics across the organization.
  • Data Management Support: Leverage and support data management efforts.
  • Mentorship: Mentor and develop junior Data Scientists, fostering a culture of continuous learning.

Qualifications and Skills Requirements:

  • Education: Post Graduate degree in: Mathematics, Statistics, Data Science, or related quantitative field.
  • Experience: Minimum of 5 years in data science, with experience in building and implementing predictive models. Healthcare industry experience is a plus.
  • Proficiency in Python, R, SQL, and other scripting languages.
  • Expertise in machine learning algorithms, including neural networks, boosting methods, clustering, and random forest models.
  • Strong skills in data visualization tools (e.g., Tableau, Power BI).
  • Advanced analytics and statistical modelling.
  • Excellent communication and data storytelling skills.
  • Critical and analytical thinking with the ability to explain insights in laymans terms.
  • Strong problem-solving abilities and attention to detail.

Are you ready to make a significant impact on business decision-making through data-driven insights? Join our client's team and lead the charge in transforming data into powerful business solutions. Apply now and be a part of an exciting, innovative environment where your expertise will drive success.