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Data Scientist Jobs in South Africa at Airvantage (Pty) Ltd
Title: Data Scientist
Company: Airvantage (Pty) Ltd
Location: South Africa
Mid-Level Data Scientist | Airvantage | Johannesburg (Hybrid)
Airvantage is looking for a Mid-Level Data Scientist to join our growing Data Science team.
We’re looking for someone with formal qualifications in a quantitative field and at least 2 years’ experience in data analysis, statistical modelling, and machine learning model design. This role is ideal for a candidate who enjoys working with complex datasets, building behaviour-focused models, and turning data into clear, actionable business insight.
What we’re looking for
- Formal qualification in Data Science, Statistics, Mathematics, Computer Science, Economics, or a related quantitative discipline
- 2+ years’ experience in data analysis and model design
- Strong Python and SQL data analysis skills
- Strong understanding of statistical methods
- Experience developing and deploying machine learning models
- Ability to analyse complex datasets and identify meaningful patterns and opportunities
- Strong communication skills, with a focus on storytelling through data to drive business decisions
Bonus experience
- Exposure to the financial services sector
- Experience working in developing economies
What you’ll do
- Analyse large and complex datasets to uncover trends, behaviour, and opportunities
- Design, build, and refine behaviour-focused machine learning models
- Support model deployment and ongoing improvement
- Translate technical findings into practical recommendations for business stakeholders
- Work closely with cross-functional teams to deliver data-driven outcomes
At Airvantage, you’ll work on meaningful, real-world problems where analytics and modelling directly influence decision-making and product performance.
** Note that strong academic performance from a recognised university will be a quality gate in the selection process.