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Data Scientist Position in Umhlanga, KZN

101careersUmhlanga
On-site Full-time

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Experience Level

Experience

Qualifications

Qualifications:• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Data Science, or related fields.• Demonstrable experience in data science roles, showcasing hands-on expertise in machine learning and statistical analysis.• Proficiency in data analysis and modeling tools and libraries such as Python and R.• Strong programming skills, with comprehensive knowledge of data manipulation and visualization.• Expertise in data preprocessing, feature engineering, and model evaluation.• Excellent problem-solving and critical thinking abilities.• Strong communication and interpersonal skills for effective collaboration with diverse stakeholders.• Relevant certifications such as Certified Data Scientist are advantageous.

About the job

Key Responsibilities:
1. Data Analysis and Modeling: Develop and implement advanced machine learning and AI models to derive insights, predict outcomes, and enhance operational efficiency. Conduct extensive data analysis, exploration, and preprocessing to glean valuable insights from large data sets. Utilize statistical methods and hypothesis testing to affirm findings.
2. Data Strategy and Planning: Partner with stakeholders to establish data-driven goals and devise data strategies that align with business objectives. Identify critical performance indicators (KPIs) and set up data collection and measurement frameworks.
3. Feature Engineering: Create features and establish data pipelines to clean and prepare data for modeling. Collaborate with data engineering teams to guarantee data quality and availability.
4. Model Evaluation and Deployment: Assess model performance and refine models for enhanced accuracy. Deploy models in production environments and oversee their ongoing performance. Implement best practices for model version control and management, ensuring successful model integration into business processes and software products with minimal human intervention.
5. Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work alongside business analysts, data engineers, and domain experts to tackle specific business challenges. Effectively communicate findings and insights to non-technical stakeholders in a clear and actionable manner.
6. Leadership and Mentorship: Offer guidance and mentorship to junior data scientists. Engage in knowledge-sharing initiatives and training programs to enhance the team's data science competencies. Promote a collaborative and innovative work culture.
7. Data Privacy and Compliance: Ensure adherence to data privacy regulations and best practices. Establish and enforce data security protocols.

About 101careers

Job Overview:The Data Scientist will play a crucial role in enabling data-driven decision-making to enhance company operations by developing and executing state-of-the-art AI and BI solutions. This role involves leading data science initiatives utilizing sophisticated analytics and machine learning models to address complex business challenges and produce actionable insights. The successful candidate will collaborate with various departments to craft data strategies, construct models, and integrate those models into software-driven business processes.

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