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    Senior Data Scientist

    Location:Cape Town
    Remote work:Some remote work allowed
    Type:Permanent
    Reference:#NG60793
    Company:e-Merge IT Recruitment

    Are you passionate about using AI and machine learning to solve real-world problems?
    Do you thrive on driving innovation and mentoring others while shaping the future of data science in banking? Join a leading bank as a Senior Data Scientist and be part of a team that’s redefining how data drives smarter decisions, stronger credit strategies, and better customer experiences.

    With your expertise in credit scoring, risk modelling, and advanced machine learning techniques, you’ll play a key role in building solutions that enhance financial decision-making, improve credit processes, and deliver meaningful impact to both the business and its customers.

    Responsibilities:
    • Lead the design, implementation, and optimization of predictive models and intelligent algorithms that power strategic decision-making across the business.
    • Drive Capitec’s AI strategy, positioning the bank as a leader in data-driven transformation.
    • Mentor and guide junior data scientists, fostering a culture of collaboration and continuous learning.
    • Partner with business stakeholders to translate complex needs into practical, high-impact AI solutions.
    • Ensure best practices in data governance, ethical AI, and compliance while delivering innovative solutions.
    • Strategic thinker who links AI initiatives to business goals.
    • Natural leader with a passion for mentoring and building high-performing teams.
    • Analytical mindset with sharp problem-solving and decision-making skills.
    • Skilled project manager with experience coordinating large-scale AI initiatives.

    Qualifications and Experience:
    • Master’s degree in a quantitative discipline (Mathematics, Statistics, Engineering, Computer Science) with 6+ years relevant experience
    • Proven experience leading and deploying machine learning solutions in real-world applications.
    • Strong track record in requirements gathering and stakeholder communication across business units.
    • Proficiency in reproducible coding practices and development standards.
    • Expertise in Python, R, relational and non-relational databases.
    • Hands-on experience in cloud environments (AWS, Azure, or GCP).
    • Use Cases / Applied ML Expertise in:
    • Credit Scoring: Logistic Regression, XGBoost, LightGBM
    • Default Prediction: Random Forest, Gradient Boosted Models, Logistic Regression
    • Loan Approval Automation: Decision Trees, GBMs
    • Fraud Detection: Neural Networks, Isolation Forest, SVM
    • Collections Prioritisation: Clustering, Gradient Boosting
    • Customer Segmentation: K-means, DBSCAN, Hierarchical Clustering

    The Reference Number for this position is NG60793 which is a Permanent Hybrid position based in Cape Town offering a cost to company of up to R1.5mil per annum negotiable on experience and ability. Contact Nokuthula at nokuthulag@ e-merge.co.za or call her on 011 463 3633 to discuss this and other opportunities.

    Are you ready for a change of scenery? E-Merge IT recruitment is a specialist niche recruitment agency. We offer our candidates options so that we can successfully place the right developers with the right companies in the right roles. Check out the E-Merge website www.e-merge.co.za for more great positions.

    Do you have a friend who is a developer or technology specialist? We pay cash for successful referrals!

    Posted on 15 Dec 11:34, Closing date 13 Feb

    Apply

    Nokuthla Gumbo
    nokuthulag@e-merge.co.za
    0114633633

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