Data Scientist

 

Recruiter:

Network Recruitment

Job Ref:

NFP011764/DG

Date posted:

Thursday, December 8, 2022

Location:

Johannesburg, South Africa

Salary:

500 000 Annually


JOB SUMMARY:
Opportunities are available for Data Scientists who are looking to take on their next challenge in model development and data analytics.

JOB DESCRIPTION:

Job & Company Description:
My clients are continuously on the lookout for dynamic individuals to form part of their teams, who will aim to innovate and revolutionize their sector by designing, implementing and improving data analytic techniques, processes and state of the art mathematical models that will assist in identifying new business opportunities, offer solutions to existing and future challenges and help implement advanced business strategies. The ideal candidates must have strong model development capabilities that can be used to streamline business processes and enhance efficiency within departments.

Education:
  • BSc Computer Science, Mathematics, Statistics, Engineering, Econometrics, Physics or Actuarial degree
  • Honours Degree will be advantageous

Job Experience & Skills Required:
  • Minimum of 2+ years’ experience in data science, data analytics and/or quantitative analytics
  • Managerial experience will be advantageous
  • Strong computer and programming literacy
  • Experience in model development (such as scorecards, impairments and predictive modelling)
  • Experience in the financial services and/or banking industry
  • Machine learning or stress testing will be an added bonus

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