Data Scientist

Location:	Johannesburg
Type:	Contract
Reference:	#NG59734
Company:	E-Merge IT Recruitment

A registered financial service provider with a dynamic and innovative team is seeking a data scientist to plan, build, optimise, and implement advanced analytical methodologies and models.

Responsibilities:

• Data analysis: Analyse complex datasets to identify trends, patterns, and insights that inform business strategy and decision-making.
• Model development: Develop and implement predictive and prescriptive models using machine learning algorithms and statistical techniques.
• Data exploration: Explore and preprocess data to ensure quality, completeness, and suitability for analysis.
• Hypothesis testing: Design and execute experiments to test hypotheses and measure the impact of business initiatives.
• Visualisation: Create compelling data visualisations and dashboards to communicate findings and insights to stakeholders.
• A/B testing: Design and analyse A/B tests to optimise product features, user experiences, and marketing campaigns.

Qualifications and experience:

• Degree: In data science, computer science, statistics, or a related field.
• Experience: At least five years of experience in data analysis and predictive modelling.
• Skills: Proficiency in Python or R for data manipulation and analysis, knowledge of machine learning algorithms, and statistical techniques.
• Tools: Experience with data visualisation tools (e.g., Matplotlib, Seaborn, Tableau), and proficiency in SQL for data extraction and manipulation.
• Bonus: Knowledge of big data technologies and distributed computing (e.g., Hadoop, Spark) is advantageous.
• Skills: Strong problem-solving and critical-thinking skills.

Contract details:

• Reference number: NG59734
• Duration: 12-month contract
• Location: Johannesburg
• Salary: R400 to R600 per hour, negotiable based on experience

To apply:

Email Nokuthula at nokuthulag@e-Merge.co.za or call 011 463 3633 to discuss this and other opportunities.

Posted on 10 Sep 11:34, Closing date 9 Nov