Job Description
About the Role
Network Finance is seeking a highly skilled Data Scientist to join our team in Johannesburg North. As a key member of our analytics team, you will develop and deploy machine learning and statistical models, design AI-driven solutions, and tackle complex analytical challenges. You will work across the entire data lifecycle – from data discovery to insight delivery – while leveraging modern platforms like AWS and SAS Viya to build scalable, high-impact solutions. This position is perfect for someone who combines deep technical expertise with strong business understanding.
Key Responsibilities
- Manage full data workflows: Data extraction, cleaning, preparation, and analysis
- Create meaningful dashboards and visualisations to communicate insights
- Build and deploy statistical and machine learning models using SAS, Python, and SQL
- Develop new AI-driven solutions for complex business problems
- Translate ambiguous or unstructured business challenges into clear analytical approaches
- Work within AWS and SAS Viya environments for development and deployment
- Collaborate closely with business teams to understand needs before building solutions
- Present findings and recommendations in a clear, concise manner to stakeholders
Requirements
- Degree in a quantitative field, such as Applied Mathematics, Statistics, Data Science, or related disciplines
- Strong theoretical grounding in statistical modelling is essential
- Strong background in data preparation, data wrangling, and exploratory analysis
- Experience working with SAS, Python, and SQL in production environments
- Proven experience with machine learning or statistical models
- Exposure to cloud technologies, preferably AWS
- Experience using data visualisation tools (e.g., SAS Visual Analytics or similar)
Qualifications
No specific qualifications mentioned.
Salary & Benefits
Salary details not provided.
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Gauteng, the economic hub of South Africa, is home to various Tourism and Hospitality Management positions that cater to a diverse range of industries. The job market in this sector typically offers a mix of opportunities for individuals looking to pursue careers in customer service, event management, and hotel operations.
Generally, salaries for Tourism and Hospitality Management roles in Gauteng tend to fall within broad ranges, often influenced by factors such as experience, company size, and industry sector. While it’s difficult to provide an exact salary range without knowing the specific circumstances, common salaries typically start at around R30 000 – R40 000 per annum for entry-level positions, increasing to R60 000 – R80 000 per annum or more for experienced professionals in larger companies.
Common skills required for Tourism and Hospitality Management roles include excellent communication and interpersonal skills, attention to detail, organisational abilities, problem-solving skills, adaptability, and the ability to work well under pressure. Additionally, proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, languages such as Afrikaans or isiZulu (where relevant), and knowledge of South African culture and history can be advantageous.
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