Senior Data Scientist (Johannesburg)

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Location:	Johannesburg
Remote work:	Some remote work allowed
Type:	Permanent
Reference:	#NG61267
Company:	E-Merge IT Recruitment

An established bank is seeking for a Senior Data Scientist to design, develop, and implement advanced analytical models, quantitative methodologies, and data-driven solutions to support strategic business objectives. This role focuses on leveraging data, machine learning, and automation to generate actionable insights, optimise performance, and unlock new commercial opportunities.

Responsibilities:

Develop and deploy advanced statistical, econometric, and machine learning models to solve complex business problems
Translate business requirements into analytical frameworks and scalable solutions
Analyse structured and unstructured data to identify trends, patterns, and revenue opportunities
Design and implement predictive and prescriptive analytics solutions
Ensure data quality, integrity, and governance compliance across all analytical processes
Apply data wrangling, feature engineering, and transformation techniques to prepare datasets
Build, test, validate, and maintain analytical models for ongoing accuracy and relevance
Implement automation and productionise models using Python, R, or similar technologies
Conduct text analytics and deep learning modelling where applicable
Visualise insights through dashboards and reports tailored to technical and non-technical audiences
Identify opportunities for process optimisation, cost reduction, and revenue growth
Participate in model documentation, auditing, and risk mitigation processes
Mentor junior team members and promote knowledge sharing within the organisation
Contribute to innovation initiatives, including AI adoption and platform-driven transformation

Qualifications and experience:

Minimum: Bachelor’s degree in mathematical sciences, statistics, computer science, engineering, econometrics, physics, or actuarial science
Preferred: Honours or master’s degree in a related field
Minimum 5+ years of experience in a data science or advanced analytics role
At least 1–2 years in a leadership or junior management capacity
Demonstrated experience in delivering AI, machine learning, or automation-driven solutions
Experience working within enterprise or large-scale data environments
Exposure to platform-based transformation initiatives is advantageous

The reference number for this position is NG61267 which is a permanent, hybrid role in Johannesburg offering a salary of up to R1mil per annum salary negotiable based on experience. E-mail Nokuthula on e-Merge.co.za or call her for a chat on 011 463 3633 to discuss this and other opportunities.

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Posted on 23 Apr 10:19, Closing date 22 Jun

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