Junior Data Scientist – Machine Learning & AI

SUMMARY:
Junior Data Scientist – Machine Learning & AI

Calling all data-driven problem solvers ready to make their mark in the world of sustainable credit and capital solutions!

A leading credit management and financial solutions company is looking for a young, passionate, and driven Data Scientist to join their high-performance analytics team. If you love working with big data, have a knack for machine learning, and thrive in fast-paced environments – this is the opportunity for you!

POSITION INFO:
What You'll Be Doing

• Working with large, complex datasets to unlock insights and business value
• Building and enhancing predictive models to drive smarter debt recovery strategies
• Applying machine learning and AI techniques to optimize internal processes
• Collaborating with teams across the business to support data-driven decisions
• Using your knowledge of Python, R, and SQL to automate, explore, and visualize data
• Getting hands-on mentorship while contributing from day one

• Recent graduate in Data Science, Mathematics, Actuarial Science, Statistics, or a related quantitative field
• OR up to 1 year of experience in a data-focused role (bonus if it’s in financial services, credit, or fintech)
• Experience with machine learning, AI, or similar projects done during your degree or personal studies
• A true passion for data and solving real-world problems using analytics
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced, dynamic and corporate environment
• Technical proficiency in Python, R, and SQL
• A team player with excellent communication skills and a curious, growth-driven mindset

• Be part of a company making real impact in the financial health space
• Full-time, onsite role in vibrant central Cape Town
• Learn and grow under experienced mentors while tackling real business challenges
• Room to grow and eventually take on more senior data science responsibilities