Cape Town: Mid Level Data Scientist posted by Sabenza IT & Recruitment

• Build, train, and validate predictive and statistical models.
  
• Conduct exploratory data analysis (EDA) to identify patterns, trends, and insights.
  
• Support the development and refinement of machine learning algorithms.
  
• Assist in collecting, cleaning, and transforming structured and unstructured datasets.
  
• Ensure data integrity, consistency, and accessibility across systems.
  
• Work closely with data engineers, analysts, and business stakeholders to ensure project success.
  
• Translate business requirements into analytical tasks and actionable insights.
  
• Develop visualizations and dashboards to communicate findings effectively.
  
• Present analytical insights and recommendations to technical and non-technical audiences.
  
• Explore and apply new data science methodologies, tools, and frameworks.
  
• Develop proficiency in data visualization tools and emerging technologies.
  

Requirements

• NQF Level 6 or higher tertiary qualification in Information and Communication Technology (ICT) or related field (including Information Systems).
  
• Relevant Cloud certification (e.g., Azure, AWS, or Google Cloud).
  
• Minimum of 3 years experience in a Data Scientist role.
  
• Strong understanding of statistics, data modelling, and machine learning concepts.
  
• Proficiency in Python, R, or similar programming languages.
  
• Experience with data visualization tools (Power BI, Tableau, or equivalent).
  
• Knowledge of data management and cloud-based analytics platforms.