
Data Scientist (DBN)
- Durban, KwaZulu-Natal
- Permanent
- Full-time
- Develop and deploy Machine Learning and Artificial Intelligence models and algorithms to extract insights, predict outcomes, and optimize processes.
- Conduct in-depth data analysis, data exploration, and data preprocessing to extract valuable information from large datasets.
- Apply statistical techniques and hypothesis testing to validate findings.
- Collaborate with stakeholders to define data-driven objectives and formulate data strategies aligned with business goals.
- Identify Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) and establish data collection and measurement protocols.
- Engineer features and create data pipelines to prepare and clean data for modeling.
- Work with Data Engineering teams to ensure data availability and quality.
- Evaluate model performance and fine-tune models for improved accuracy.
- Deploy models in production environments and monitor their ongoing performance.
- Implement best practices for model version control and management.
- Ensure proven models are integrated into business processes and software products removing the requirement for human intervention to implement the model within their respective businesses.
- Collaborate with Business Analysts, Data Engineers, and domain experts to understand and address specific business problems.
- Communicate findings and insights to non-technical stakeholders in a clear and actionable manner.
- Provide leadership and mentorship to Junior Data Scientists.
- Participate in knowledge-sharing and training programs to enhance the Data Science capabilities of the team.
- Foster a collaborative and innovative work environment.
- Ensure data privacy and compliance with relevant regulations and best practices.
- Develop and enforce data security protocols.
- Master''s or Bachelors Degree in Computer Science, Data Science, or a related field.
- Relevant Certifications e.g. Certified Data Scientist etc. are a plus.
- A minimum of three years of experience in Data Science roles, including hands-on experience with Machine Learning and Statistical Analysis.
- Proficiency in Data Analysis and modelling tools and libraries e.g. Python, R.
- Strong Programming skills and knowledge of data manipulation and visualization.
- Expertise in data preprocessing, Feature Engineering, and model evaluation.
- Strong problem-solving and critical-thinking skills.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
- Strong project management and organizational skills.
- Excellent interpersonal and teamwork skills.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills to effectively collaborate with various stakeholders.
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