Overview
Data Scientist Jobs in Johannesburg, South Africa at Verve Media Group
We are looking for a talented Data Scientist to join our team, responsible for analyzing and interpreting complex data to inform business decisions and drive growth.
The successful candidate will have a strong background in data analysis, machine learning, and statistics, with a proven track record of delivering high-quality insights and recommendations.
The Data Scientist will work closely with cross-functional teams, including product, engineering, and business development, to identify opportunities for data-driven innovation and develop strategic plans to execute on these opportunities.
Responsibilities:
Analyze and interpret complex data to inform business decisions and drive growth.
Develop and maintain large-scale data systems, including data warehouses, data lakes, and data pipelines.
Collaborate with engineers to develop and implement data-driven products and solutions.
Work with product managers to develop product roadmaps and prioritize features and requirements.
Develop and maintain relationships with key stakeholders, including business leaders, product managers, and engineering teams.
Communicate complex data insights and recommendations to non-technical stakeholders, including business leaders and product managers.
Stay up-to-date with the latest advancements in data science, machine learning, and AI, applying this knowledge to drive innovation and improvement in data-driven products and solutions.
Develop and maintain predictive models and algorithms to drive business growth and innovation.
Preferred Qualifications:
Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Data Science, Computer Science, Statistics, or related field.
3+ years of experience in data science, machine learning, or statistics, with a focus on data analysis and interpretation.
Strong background in data analysis, machine learning, and statistics, with expertise in areas such as predictive modeling, data visualization, and data mining.
Experience with data science frameworks and tools, such as Python, R, or SQL.
Strong programming skills in languages such as Python, R, or Java.
Experience with cloud-based technologies, such as AWS or Google Cloud.
Strong understanding of software engineering principles, including design patterns, testing, and version control.
Strong communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams.
Technical
Skills:
Machine learning: supervised, unsupervised, and reinforcement learning.
Cloud-based technologies: AWS, Google Cloud, Azure, etc.
Full time
Johannesburg
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Title: Data Scientist
Company: Verve Media Group
Location: Johannesburg, South Africa
Category: IT/Tech (Machine Learning/ ML Engineer, Data Scientist, Data Engineer, Data Analyst)
