Overview
Senior Data Scientist Jobs in Cape Town, South Africa at Sabenza IT & Recruitment
Job Description
Join one of the country’s biggest banks and drive
data-driven decision-making
! We’re looking for a Senior Data Scientist to develop cutting-edge models, optimize financial strategies, and unlock business insights. Work with big data, AI, and machine learning to shape the future of banking. Requirements Our ideal candidate has: 6+ years of experience in a Senior Data Science role Master’s degree or higher in any of the following field statistics, mathematics, computer science, physics
Hands on experience
deploying production ready AI/ML solutions in real-world applications
Experience with
advanced data science principles including NLP, deep learning, reinforcement learning, or time-series modeling. Python/R experience and relation/Non-relational databases. Familiarity with
modern
deep learning frameworks (Pytorch, Tensorflow) Stakeholder engagement management up to executive management. Github experience or Git AWS/Azure/GCP experience
Education:
Completed a master’s degree or higher Requirements Responsibilities:
Develop and maintain strong relationships within client divisions. Serve as a primary point of contact for client enquiries and requests. Evaluate enquiries and requests, to interpret the development requirement needed. Understand client needs and collaborate with client and internal teams to deliver tailored solutions. Formulate scope and functional requirements of project for approval by project stakeholders Prepare proposals or cost estimates, managing the balance between ensuring cost effectives for client and profitability for Interfront.
Identify opportunities for
upselling
and cross selling additional services Brief the technical team and any third parties on the requirements to deliver the project successfully and within budget. Monitor project progress and ensure timely delivery of solutions. Manage multiple projects delivery, using ticketing and
project management
tools.
Minimum Requirements:
Degree, diploma or relevant industry certification in marketing management, business management, computer science or related field. Proven experience of at least 2 years, as an Account Manager or similar role within the software development industry. Proficient understanding of Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC). Excellent
communication
and interpersonal skills Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously Strong
problem-solving
and negotiation skills Proficient user of Microsoft Office applications
Project management
certification (beneficial) A solid grasp of Software Design Principles.
Title: Senior Data Scientist
Company: Sabenza IT & Recruitment
Location: Cape Town, South Africa
Category: IT/Tech
