Cape Town City Centre: Junior Data Scientist

A leading financial solutions company is on the hunt for a Junior Data Scientist to join their high-performance analytics team in Cape Town. This is your opportunity to contribute to cutting-edge projects while learning from seasoned professionals in the world of credit, capital, and fintech solutions. Here, youll get hands-on mentorship, real business exposure, and the chance to shape financial health through innovative, data-driven strategies. This role is the perfect launchpad for ambitious graduates eager to make their mark and grow into senior data science roles. Key Responsibilities: Wrangle and explore large, complex datasets to unlock insights and create business value. Build and enhance predictive models to drive smarter decision-making. Apply machine learning and AI techniques to optimise processes and strategies. Collaborate with business teams to deliver impactful data-driven solutions. Use Python, R, and SQL to automate, innovate, and visualise data effectively. Job Experience and Skills Required: Education: Recent graduate in Data Science, Mathematics, Actuarial Science, Statistics, or another quantitative field. Experience: Up to 1 year in a data-focused role (Bonus: exposure to financial services, credit, or fintech). Technical Skills: Strong proficiency in Python, R, and SQL. Other: Exposure to machine learning / AI projects (through studies, work, or personal projects). A curious, growth-driven mindset with strong communication skills. Apply now! For more exciting Finance vacancies, please visit: