Job: Senior Data Scientist in Capetown

Senior Data Scientist

Recruiter:

Communicate Recruitment

Job Ref:

CTI004983/MD

Date posted:

Friday, March 14, 2025

Location:

Capetown, South Africa

SUMMARY:
A leading company is looking for a Senior Data Scientist to develop and deploy machine learning models that drive business insights and operational efficiencies. This role requires strong expertise in Python, SQL, AI/ML algorithms, and cloud-based analytics platforms.

POSITION INFO:

The successful candidate will be responsible for data exploration, feature engineering, and predictive modeling to generate actionable insights. They will lead machine learning and AI initiatives, conduct statistical analyses, and optimize data-driven decision-making processes. The role involves collaborating with data engineers and analysts to integrate models into production and ensuring compliance with best practices in MLOps and model deployment.

Skills & Experience:
Strong experience with Python and ML libraries (TensorFlow, PyTorch, Scikit-learn)
Proficiency in SQL for data extraction and analysis
Knowledge of statistical modeling, A/B testing, and experiment design
Experience with cloud-based AI/ML solutions (AWS SageMaker, GCP Vertex AI, Azure ML)
Strong background in data visualization and business intelligence
Familiarity with MLOps and deploying machine learning models
Excellent problem-solving and critical-thinking skills

Qualification:
A bachelor’s degree in Data Science, Computer Science, Mathematics, Engineering, or a related field is advantageous.

Contact Mmiselo Dlephu on or , quoting the Ref: CTI004983.

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