Job Description

Data Scientist (JB2934)
Area: Blairgowrie (Randburg)
25 000.00 to R40 000.00 a month (Depending on experience)
Duration: Permanent 
Application closing date: 31 March 2023
 
Overview
Established in 2012, a company that specializes in payments technology and loyalty cards, driven by innovation around traditional payment systems and loyalty models is looking for a Data Scientist to join their Team. Their team boasts highly experienced professionals with broad backgrounds in payments, technology, loyalty, banking, petroleum and retail sectors across Africa and the Middle East.
 
Minimum Requirements:
Relevant degree in Computer Science, IT, Mathematics, Statistics, or another quantitative field.
2-3 years of experience in data mining, automation processes, machine learning, and analytical tools.
Experience in scripting using analytics tools such as SQL, R, and Python is essential; familiarity with Scala, Qlik, or Java is a bonus.
Experience in using cloud platforms (Azure, AWS, GCP) is beneficial - certification would be advantageous.
Experience in using statistical and analytical methods to automate scientific processes and develop smart solutions to business challenges.
Technical competencies such as coding, mathematics, statistics, and machine learning.
Ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
Have a creative problem-solving aptitude, analytical mind, and business acumen.
Strong communication skills.
 
Duties and Responsibilities: 
Data collection, pre-processing, and automation.
Analyze large data sets to discover trends, patterns, and data challenges.
Be able to present data and data information using visualization techniques.
Build machine learning models to address business and data challenges.
Work with other data analysts to ensure delivered solutions meet the requirements
 
Please email CV to recruit@kontak.co.za and quote JB2934 in the subject line
For full JD & to apply online https://www.kontak.co.za/vacancies.php
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