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BI - Data Scientist and AI Machine Learning

Centurion
Salary: Market Related
Job Type: Permanent
Sectors: Business Management
Reference: NFP015617/HN

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Vacancy Details

Employer: Network Recruitment

Are you a data-driven innovator with a passion for business intelligence, analytics, and machine learning? We’re looking for a Data Science Lead to drive strategic initiatives, build models from scratch, and lead a high-performing team in a fast-paced, data-centric environment.

Data Scientist - BI - AI Machine Learning

What You’ll Do:

Develop and implement cutting-edge business intelligence models to drive decision-making.
Use Python and machine learning to analyze large datasets and optimize performance.
Design and maintain scalable data infrastructure for real-time analytics.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate data-driven insights.
Establish best practices for data governance, quality, and compliance.
Present complex data insights in a clear and actionable way for senior stakeholders.

What You’ll Need:

5+ years of experience in data science, business intelligence, or analytics.
Strong Python skills, with expertise in Pandas, NumPy, Scikit-Learn, and data visualization tools.
Hands-on experience with SQL, Snowflake, BigQuery, or similar databases.
Solid understanding of statistical analysis, machine learning, and data modeling.
Proven ability to build and scale data functions from the ground up.
Strong leadership skills or a desire to build and manage a team.
Excellent communication skills to translate complex data into business insights.

Bonus Skills:

Experience in credit risk modeling, financial analytics, or alternative credit scoring.
Familiarity with cloud-based platforms (AWS, GCP, and Azure).
Knowledge of BI tools such as Power BI, Tableau, or Looker.
A/B testing and experimentation framework experience.

Why Join Us?:

Build From the Ground Up – Take ownership of a growing data science function.
Impact & Innovation – Influence the future of data-driven decision-making.
Collaborative Culture – Work in a dynamic, forward-thinking environment.
Competitive Compensation – Get rewarded for your expertise and leadership.

APPLY NOW!

If you are interested in this opportunity, please apply directly. For more finance jobs, please visit https://www.networkrecruitmentinternational.com

If you have not had any response in two weeks, please consider the vacancy application unsuccessful. Your profile will be kept on our database for any other suitable roles / positions.
We also invite you to contact us to discuss your next career move in finance!

For more information contact:
Heidi Nieuwoudt on 012 348 4940
Specialist Recruitment Consultant: Actuarial and Analytical Professionals

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About Network Recruitment

Network Recruitment

Network Recruitment is a leading specialist recruitment company in the fields of IT, Finance and Engineering.

Since our establishment in 1987, we have been at the forefront of the specialist recruitment industry. Network Recruitment’s key to success is the focus on delivering superior quality service by developing and maintaining an exclusive focus on sourcing high-calibre skills for medium-sized to JSE-listed companies operating in these three niche sectors across South Africa.

Our experience in permanent and contract-based recruitment enables us to provide you with recruitment solutions that meet your long- and short-term needs.

Network Recruitment is a division of ADvTECH Resourcing, the recruitment arm of the national JSE-listed ADvTECH Limited Group a leader in quality education, training, skills development and placement services.