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Senior Data Scientist

Location:Johannesburg
Type:Contract
Reference:#NG59773
Company:E-Merge IT Recruitment


Join a company filled with like-minded individuals who deliver quality solution delivery services and prioritise flexibility in work arrangements, embracing both remote and hybrid models to cater to our staff's preferences as a senior data scientist you will be responsible for developing, deploying, and maintaining advanced AI and Machine Learning models.

Main responsibilities:
  • Lead the design and development of advanced AI and Machine Learning models to solve complex business challenges.
  • Work closely with data scientists and engineers to ensure smooth integration and deployment of AI solutions.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to align AI solutions with business goals and customer needs.
  • Analyse large datasets to uncover trends and build predictive models.
  • Mentor and guide junior data scientists, promoting best practices in AI and machine learning.
  • Apply Large Language Models (LLMs) and Transformer-based architectures (such as BERT, RoBERTa, GPT-3, etc.) to enhance product development.
  • Build and refine AI features to support business strategies and growth.
  • Automation of controls in the business processes.       
Qualifications and experience required
  • 5-8 years of experience as a Data Scientist with expertise in Machine Learning and AI technologies.
  • Proficient in Python and experienced with deep learning frameworks such as TensorFlow, PyTorch.
  • Hands-on experience with machine learning algorithms, including gradient boosting, deep learning, and random forests.
  • Expertise in working with Large Language Models and Transformer-based architectures (e.g., BERT, GPT, etc.).
  • Experience with distributed computing frameworks like Hadoop or Spark.
  • Proven experience mentoring and leading junior data scientists.
  • Knowledge of cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud.
  • Experience with Microsoft SQL and the Microsoft BI technology stack (SSIS, SSAS, SSRS, Power BI) (advantageous)
  • Exposure to financial services, legal industries, or business analytics. (advantageous)
  • Strong knowledge of data warehousing, ETL processes, and advanced data analysis.
The Reference Number for this position is NG59773 which is a fixed term renewable contract position based in Johannesburg offering a monthly salary negotiable between R70,000 to R100,000 per month negotiable based on experience and skills. E-mail Nokuthula on az.oc.egreM-e@galuhtukon or call her for a chat on 011 463 3633 to discuss this and other opportunities.

Are you ready for a change of scenery? E-Merge IT recruitment is a niche recruitment agency. We offer our candidates options so that we can successfully place the right people with the right companies, in the right roles. Check out the E-Merge IT website www.e-merge.co.za for more great positions.

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Posted on 27 Sep 11:50, Closing date 26 Nov

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Nokuthula Gumbo
nokuthulag@e-merge.co.za
0114633633

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