Data Scientist

Recruiter:

Network Recruitment

Job Ref:

NFP015627/HN

Date posted:

Thursday, March 20, 2025

Location:

Johannesburg, South Africa

SUMMARY:
Data Scientist

Are you passionate about transforming business decision-making through data science, analytics, and AI? This is an exciting opportunity to lead the data-driven evolution of key business processes such as underwriting, claims, sales, and product design—delivering substantial bottom-line impact.

POSITION INFO:
Key Responsibilities:
Advanced Analytics & Insights:
- Apply statistical analysis, forecasting, predictive modeling, and optimization to uncover trends, opportunities, and risks.
- Evaluate new data sources and collection techniques for improved accuracy and effectiveness.
- Communicate insights to business stakeholders using data visualization techniques.

Machine Learning & AI Implementation:
- Design and deploy ML-driven models to enhance business decision-making.
- Stay up-to-date with the latest AI advancements, technologies, and methodologies.
- Optimize and retrain models as needed to maintain performance.

Data Infrastructure & Cloud Migration:
- Support cloud migration of existing on-premise solutions.
- Build and maintain data pipelines, APIs, and analytical tools.
- Ensure seamless integration between business intelligence and analytics platforms.

Stakeholder Engagement & Business Impact:
- Partner with product, underwriting, and leadership teams to identify data-driven opportunities.
- Drive buy-in for analytics-based decision-making across the organization.
- Mentor and coach junior data scientists and analysts.

What You Need to Succeed:

4–6 years of experience in advanced analytics, big data, and machine learning.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Experience with classification models, anomaly detection, regression, and neural networks.
Proficiency in Python, SQL, Power BI, and Azure (or similar cloud platforms).
Knowledge of APIs, statistical modeling, and data engineering.
Strong communication, leadership, and project management skills.

Educational Requirements:
Degree in Data Science, Mathematics, Statistics, Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.

Be part of a forward-thinking team that is revolutionizing data-driven decision-making. Apply now to make an impact with AI and analytics!

If you are interested in this opportunity, please apply directly. For more finance jobs, please visit />
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For more information contact:
Heidi Nieuwoudt on
Specialist Recruitment Consultant: Actuarial and Analytical

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